55 Colorful Coastal Bedrooms That Channel The Beach, Wherever You Are

And they’re all worthy of imitation, whether you live near the shore or not.

All-Out on Every Inch

Eric Piasecki

While some wish to lean serene in their bedrooms, thisSt.

Simons Island, Georgia,homeowner stayed true to her gleefully unbridled preferences.

Bohlert Massey Inlet Beach primary bedroom

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), designer Lauren Liess had to get creative with the sleep space for her five children.

The bunks fit to the inch, says the designer.

Two of them are not as long as standard ones, and we just shoved the mattresses in.

Andrew Howard St Simons Island Georgia bedroom wallpaper pattern

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Earth Tones

Blue-and-white aren’t the only colors suited for a coastal bedroom.

As long as its not overused, its one of the most beautiful colors there is.

In the twin guest room of thisSt.

Lauren Liess cottage bunk room

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The four poster spindle bed is timeless and low maintenance, says designer Phoebe Howard.

Under the Sea

This Sea Island, Georgia, home takes lots of cues from its location.

Here,Coral Buff by Benjamin Mooregives the space a welcoming, rosy glow.

March and May Fairhope primary bedroom

The primary bedroom, where a canopied bed is the focal point.Credit:Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Patterned Paradise

Bold pattern in a bedroom?

Yes, it’s possible for you to!

Cozy Retreat

Texture is everything in this coral guest room.

Mark Sikes Sea Island girl’s room

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The ikat draperies and box spring fabric make a subtlebut funstatement in the bedroom.

Easy Breezy

A campaign-style canopy bed serves as the focal point in this island bedroom.

All of the accents are minimal in deference to the antique-inspired frame.

Idea House bedroom

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Batik prints easily dress up any room and are a fun way to channel exotic coastal style.

“I tried to give the house soulfulness and optimism,” says designer Allison Bloom.

This lovely glass bead number from Ro Sham Beaux is made of recycled Coke bottles.

Mark Sikes Sea Island boys room

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Color Splash

Ceilings are the new accent wall.

The bamboo matting in this uniquely shaped bedroom adds easy visual interest without introducing clutter.

Dramatic Pattern

Allow a fabric you love to play a starring role in the room.

Andrew Howard St Simons Island Georgia guest room twin beds

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Select a graphic print with a large repeat and spread it around.

Show it off on bedding, a headboard, accent pillows, and seat cushions.

Classic Retreat

Honey tones set the stage in this serene primary bedroom.

Pass Christian Bedroom

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The subtle addition of grasscloth wallpaper envelops the room, making it feel especially cozy.

Here, horizontal shiplap wainscot wraps the lower half of the walls for an added dose of charm.

Soft Escape

Cypress ceilings and shiplap walls painted soft seafoam lend a breezy feel to this bedroom.

Heather Chadduck Hillegas designed Primary Bedroom in Aiken Street House Plan

Credit: Annie Schlechter; Styling: Page Mullins

Stripes and prints mix effortlessly thanks to the beachy blue and white color combo.

Forgoing window treatments allows the window’s beautiful casing to stand out as an exciting visual element.

The headboard’s geometric pattern lends a modern design element to the room.

Sherwin-Williams Westhighland White (SW 7566)

Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Liz Strong

White walls and warm wood floors are the perfect balance for a colorful rug, bedspread, and pillows.

Hang netting from acanopy bed framelike curtains or suspend it, hoop-style, from the ceiling.

Classic Coastal Redux

This restored Anna Maria Island beach cottage perfectly blends the old with the new.

Wood-clad Master Bedroom with White Four-Poster Bed

Credit: Dane Tashima; Styling: Page Mullins

The twin surfer lamps, passed down from a friend, beautifully complement the iron bed.

White Is Always Right

Enlarge a small space by coating every surface in white.

The absence of color opens up areas that have limited natural light, making them feel airier.

This Hamptons bedroom is as peaceful as it gets, with its relaxing blue-and-white palette and classic furnishings. The four poster spindle bed is timeless and low maintenance, says designer Phoebe Howard.

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Add texture with building materials and textiles to keep a pale scheme from falling flat.

Sweet As Can Be

Pamper yourself with a romantic room.

Choose bed covers with scalloped edges and add ruffled pillows.

Bright, beachy bedroom

Credit: Photo by David A. Land; Design by Kevin Isbell; Styling by Liz Strong

Skirt a table in tulle.

Little touches go a long way to make guests feel welcome.

Nautical Bedroom

In this nautical-themed twin bedroom, red cannonball beds reside under the dormered roof.

Vibrant colors come with the territory here in Palm Beach, and this guest room, with its hot pink, lime green, and mustard yellow scheme (the bed skirt and shams are in Schumacher fabric, and the duvet and sheets are from Serena & Lily) is a color lover’s

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Sculpted metal fish swim above, and a fly-fishing basket lamp underscores the home’s proximity to the water.

Give a small room big presence.

Billowing fabric hung overhead softens the lines of ceilings and walls, adding texture and dimension without using paint.

Kiawah Island Home Master Bedroom

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Let an accent color, such as kiwi green, leave its mark on the space.

Paint the window muntins and sashes for contrast in an all-wood room.

Select a color from the room’s palette.

Dreamy master bedroom

Credit: Photo by J. Savage Gibson; Styling by Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Hanging Out

Typically reserved for the porch, hanging beds command attention when installed indoors.

Added Value

Create a bunk room in an otherwise unusable attic space.

Get the bunks shipshape with peek-a-boo portholes, and pump up the playfulness with whimsical patterns and tangy hues.

Folly Beach South Carolina cottage bunk room

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Built-in storage maximizes limited square footage.

The under-the-bed drawers are easy for kids to reach and eliminate the need for bulky dressers.

The colorful bedspreads and rug add color and vibrancy to the space.

Coral guest bedroom

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Select bedding andarea rugswith large-scale graphic patterns to complete the effect.

To prevent furnishings and accessories from appearing dwarfed beneath a dramatic vaulted ceiling, opt for bigger-than-average pieces.

Roman shades (we love the fun pattern!)

Because the wicker and bamboo bed frame almost reaches the ceiling, the designer of this Florida bedroom added two oversize nautilus lamps to keep the scale consistent.

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are ideal for rooms with irregular ceilings where traditional curtains would feel overpowering.

Bend the Rules

In kid-friendly spaces, there’s no such thing as pattern overload.

Combine stripes, polka dots, and prints with chenilles and cottons for a lighthearted look.

Master bedroom

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Pick a two-tone palette, such as green and blue, and use several shades of each hue.

Island Inspiration

Bring home the tropics with an adventurous palette.

For best results, use the deepest shade on the floor, to ground the space.

Boy’s Room Linens

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Simple island bedroom

Credit: Photo by Brie Williams; Styling by Liz Strong

Shiplap loft bedroom

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Beachy boho bedroom

Credit: Photo by Erin Kunkel; Design by Allison Bloom; Styling by Liz Strong

Nautical guest bedroom

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In this Manhattan Beach bedroom, the soft, watery tones in the aqua dhurrie rug and paisley print draperies pair well with the room’s white and oatmeal pieces.

Credit: Photo: David Tsay; Stylist: Liz Strong

The owners of this Cape Cod cottage made their shoreline view the focus of this bedroom by cladding walls and ceilings in soft white paint that seems to amplify the natural light.

Credit: Photo: Annie Schlechter; Stylist: Sasha Emerson

Small loft bedroom

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The color scheme of our Coronado Showhouse master bedroom is inspired by the green fig leaf-patterned drapes, which have robin’s egg blue accents that are repeated in the chevron dhurrie rug, leather settee, and fringed accent pillow.

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This Rehoboth, Delaware, bedroom is the perfect combination of restful and rejuvenating, thanks to its soothing neutrals, fiery color palette, and ebullient patterns.

Credit: Photo: Helen Norman; Stylist: Liz Levin

Light Blue and White Bedding Beach Bedroom

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Honey tones set the stage in this serene Provincetown, Rhode Island, master bedroom. Above the Ficks Reed bed is a pretty, custom mosaic mirror in sea-going blues, which are echoed in the bedding and bedside table lamp.

Credit: Photo: Annie Schlechter; Stylist: Karin Lidbeck

This St. Augustine, Florida, master bedroom is the picture of romance with its wrought iron canopy bed and pomegranate accents.

Credit: Photo: Francesco Lagnese; Stylist: Elizabeth Beeler

Cypress ceilings and shiplap walls painted soft seafoam lend a breezy feel to this Jersey Shore bedroom.

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This Lowcountry bunkhouse bedroom is all about classic elements (reclaimed wood floors, large windows, and shiplap walls) and shades.

Credit: Photo: Peter Frank Edwards; Stylist: Ginny Branch

Combining treasures from local shops with crisp bedding and a nautically leaning rug give this Long Island bedroom a balanced and relaxed feel.

Credit: Photo: David A. Land; Stylist: Elizabeth Beeler

In this Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina, master bedroom, it’s all about a muted and romantic color palette.

Credit: Photo: Laurey Glenn; Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

This light-filled Michigan bedroom features a snug sleeping nook that opens via a sliding barn door wall to the living room, giving both spaces an extra spot to snooze or relax with a book.