But todayscoastal decoris a crowd-pleasing and ubiquitous style that can work in a variety of spaces.

Incorporate Inky Blues

K+Co.

Natural wood accents like the organic coffee table add warmth.

coastal living room

Christina Kim Interior Design/Raquel Langworthy Photography

An airy glass bubble floor lamp adds a lighthearted note.

The pair of rounded sandy beige armchairs add a sculptural feel.

Add Dramatic Lighting

K+Co.

Coastal living room with neutral decor and blue accents

The Spruce / Jacob Fox

A painted white shiplap ceiling adds a cozy note.

Board and batten detailing on the white walls and a chunky natural wood mantel enhance the coastal feel.

A framed ocean-themed painting above the fireplace adds a homey touch.

modern coastal living room

K+Co. Living

A coffered ceiling and built-ins adds a custom feel.

Hang Coastal Photography

Look for ways to add coastal flair using accessories, finishes, and decor.

Large solid blueottomansunder the coffee table add extra seating and a subtle coastal feel.

coastal cottage living room

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understated coastal living room

Design byCurated Nest Interiors/Jacob Snavely Photography

Coastal spaces are airy, breezy, uncluttered, and relaxing.

The simplest way to broadcast a coastal vibe is to stick to a natural palette of white and blue.

coastal waterfront living room

Tyler Karu Design + Interiors/ Photo byErin Little

coastal living room with dark blue walls

Design byCurated Nest Interiors/Jacob Snavely Photography

coastal living room with blue-and-white textiles

Design byAmanda Barnes Interiors/ Styling and Photo byAlyssa Rosenheck

coastal living room with tonal blues

Folding Chair Design Co./Katie Merkle Photography

cozy coastal living room

Desiree Burns Interiors

eclectic coastal living room

Allison Babcock Design/ Photo by Matt Kisiday

coastal living room with sailor striped rug

Christina Kim Interior Design/Raquel Langworthy Photography

coastal living room with exposed ceiling

K+Co. Living

coastal midcentury modern living room

Louis Duncan-He Designs/Heather Dunbar Photography

casual coastal living room

Emily Henderson Design/ Photo by Tessa Neustadt

coastal living room

Mindy Gayer Design Co.

coastal living room with dark floors

Design byAmanda Barnes Interiors/ Styling and Photo byAlyssa Rosenheck

casual coastal living room

Mindy Gayer Design Co.

coastal living room with earth tones

Desiree Burns Interiors

coastal living room with weathered beams

Christina Kim Interior Design/Raquel Langworthy Photography

neutral coastal living room

Mindy Gayer Design Co.

vintage coastal living room

Becca Interiors

moody coastal living room

Tyler Karu Design + Interiors/ Photo byErin Little

sophisticated coastal living room

Mindy Gayer Design Co.

minimalist coastal living room

Desiree Burns Interiors

coastal living room with blue and pink accents

White Sands

coastal living room with white brick fireplace

Kate Marker Interiors

coastal cottage living room

Desiree Burns Interiors

coastal living room with beige accents

White Sands

coastal living room with fig trees

Kate Marker Interiors

coastal living room with green couch

Desiree Burns Interiors

coastal living room with conversation area

Kate Marker Interiors

coastal living room with beachy accents

Maite Granda

coastal living room with live edge table

White Sands

coastal living room with indoor-outdoor fireplace

Kate Marker Interiors

coastal outdoor living room with fireplace

Kate Marker Interiors

family-friendly coastal living room

Christina Kim Interior Design/Raquel Langworthy Photography

coastal living room

White Sands Design Build

coastal living room mountain home

Michelle Berwick Design

modern coastal living room

Brophy Interiors

coastal living room with mixed wood tones

Mindy Gayer Design Co.