Coastal Style Decorating Guide Part 2: Floors, Wall, Ceilings

PART 2

# Floors, Walls & Ceilings in Coastal Homes

photo By Martha’s Vineyard Interior Design Fresh And Relaxing Beach House Design

Consider hardy flooring in natural materials – timber or stone look are ideal for beach house homes. Tiled or laminate open plan living areas keep the whole family cool.

Avoca Beach House – Architecture Saville Isaacs Pty Ltd Image: Kate Bayer

I just love stackstone or stackerstone feature wall tiles indoors and out for a stunning textured look. Find them online in Australia here

For a casual, less modern, perhaps almost grunge look on a feature wall, try Retro Wood panelling or wood-look wallpaper. (So hot right now) Look for it here

If you prefer paint to wallpaper and planning on DIY – read “6 Top paints for the ultimate beach house”

Key Features

*  Light coloured wooden planks or cladding fitted either horizontally or vertically helps establish a feeling of space, harmony and order.
* Natural, polished, painted or whitewashed timber floorboards or beachy sandstone pavers throughout living areas can create a cool openness and flow.
* Choose darker timbers or polished mahogany for a Balinese beach resort feel.

Photo from Trip Advisor “The Legan Bali – A GHM Hotel”

Previous Posts on this topic: 

Part 1: Architecture & Design

Future Posts:

Part 3: Natural and Artificial Light
Part 4: Colours
Part 5: Textures & Materials
Part 6: Fabrics
Part 7: Display & Adornment