Beachy Home Decor: 27 Easy Ideas for a Summer-Ready Home
Looking for beachy home decor ideas that actually feel relaxed, simple, and pulled together? This list is packed with easy summer decorating tips that don’t scream “the beach called and wants its shells back.”
Instead, think laid-back textures, soft colors, and practical ideas that make your home feel light, breezy, and totally you.
Beachy Home Decor for Summer Living
Whether you’re near the lake, the coast, or just dreaming of the waves, I’ve got 27 quick, easy, and impactful ways to infuse that carefree, coastal vibe into your home. Think of this as our little summer project together—let’s dive into these fun, fresh, and fabulously simple ideas to make your home summer-ready!
1. Try a Coastal Wallpaper Moment
Want a bold-but-easy update? Peel-and-stick wallpaper is your friend. Try a soft coastal print—like breezy palms, watercolor waves, or a sandy neutral stripe—on just one wall, a powder room, or the back of a bookcase. (I shared a few of my favorites here.)
You’ll add instant texture, beachy color, and that “ooh, where’d you get that?” factor—without the full-room commitment.
2. Freshen Up Your Entry Bench (Inside or Out)
Whether it’s just inside the door or out on your porch, a bench sets the tone—welcoming, casual, and perfect for beachy summer living. Freshen it up with light textures, seasonal accents, and a touch of coastal flair.
Use it as a drop zone for bags, beach hats, or towels. Bonus points if there’s a basket nearby for flip flops and sunscreen (see #7 and #8 for more on those ideas!).
Layer in a colorful pillow, a small piece of art, or even a vase of fresh-cut flowers—hydrangeas or daisies are always a win. If your bench is neutral, try adding a pop with a woven seat, rattan tray, or bold summer cushion to give it that laid-back coastal feel. (I share some woven bench ideas – check them out here)
3. Hang a Seagrass Statement
Skip the heavy wall art. A large seagrass disc or woven wall hanging brings texture, warmth, and instant coastal cool. Think organic, light, and effortlessly stylish.
(see the set I used along with styling ideas here)
4. Go Bold with Coastal Color Pops
Beachy doesn’t have to mean all neutrals. Bring the energy with accents in coral, aqua, or sunny yellow—think pillows, art, or even a cheerful doormat. A little color goes a long way when everything else is light and relaxed.
(I’ve got another post to help you mix bold accents with beachy neutrals—take a peek.)
5. Sprinkle in Sea Glass Green
Speaking of color—this soft, breezy green is basically summer in a shade. Try layering it in with sea glass bottles on a shelf, a linen throw pillow in this tone, or even a painted picture frame or plant pot. It’s subtle, calming, and looks amazing with white oak, rattan, or creamy whites.
Don’t be afraid to use it in more than one spot—it’s one of those colors that just works when repeated across different textures and finishes. (Get more styling inspiration in this sea glass green guide.)
6. Beach Towels as Summery Decor
Roll up a selection of vibrant beach towels and neatly stack them in a wicker basket near your entryway, laundry room, or mudroom. This adds a pop of color and provides convenient access to towels for impromptu lake outings or picnics. Choose towels with bold, beachy patterns for an extra splash of fun, or go all stripes for a nod to nautical decor.
7. Sunscreen Station
Find a fun basket, wooden box, or metal pail to store your selection of sunscreen and keep it handy by your back door, mudroom, or laundry room. Opt for a basket with a coastal theme, like one with rope handles or a driftwood finish.
This beachy home decor hack does double duty to simplify summer life as you head outdoors for some fun-in-the-sun!
8. Create a Flip Flop Drop Zone
A shallow basket or tray by the door keeps sandy sandals and wet flip flops contained—while still giving off vacation energy. Add a striped rug underneath to anchor the space and make it feel intentional.
Up the beachy vibe by adding a small sign that says “Beach Shoes Here” or “Flip Flop Drop.”
9. Summer Color Palette
Pick a summery shade to sprinkle throughout your house with small accessories. Think hand towels, candles, picture frames, vases, table linens, shelf décor, and soap bottles.
Aim for 3-5 pieces in the summery shade per room or space. For instance, coral or aqua accents can instantly give your living room or kitchen that beachy vibe.
10. Summery Dinnerware
Swap out your regular drinkware and/or dinnerware for fun seasonal sets. Opt for colorful, beach-themed plates, bowls and cups, such as those with images of sailboats or palm trees. This can make every meal feel like a seaside picnic.
A seasonal tray — when not being used to serve drinks or snacks on the patio — can do double duty as a touch of beachy home décor in the kitchen!
11. Lightweight Throws
Trade your heavy throw blankets for lightweight versions in beachy tones like white, aqua, sandy beige, or breezy blues. They’re perfect for those cooler summer nights and add a light, airy lake-life feel to your space.
12. Vibrant Towels
Do the same for your dish towels and bath hand towels. Bring in bright, vibrant colors in summery prints and patterns to deliver an instant does of beachy home decor…. in an everyday essential!
Turkish cotton towels with fun fringe edge details are a personal favorite of mine. Why I love them? Because they dry quickly and add a cheerful, summery touch.
13. Add a Coastal Scent
Scent is a sneaky but powerful way to set a summer mood. Look for candles with notes of sea salt, coconut, or fresh citrus. Bonus if the jar is cute enough to leave out on display.
Try Malibu Sunrise or Malibu Sunset from Life In Lilac.
14. Clear Out Wintery Items
This may sound obvious, but it never fails that some winter items linger around. Walk through your house and put away any ‘wintery’ things, such as the winter coat still hanging in the mudroom, the pine-scented candle on your coffee table, or the winter berry soap in your guest bath. Replace them with summery items like a light raincoat, citrus-scented soaps and candles.
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15. Coastal Light Fixtures
Bring in a new coastal-inspired light fixture to really boost the vibe. Capiz, rattan, or clear glass are perfect options to cast a coastal aura over any room.
For example, a Capiz shell chandelier over your kitchen table can add a touch of elegance mixed with coastal charm to your dining room, especially when paired with the next two ideas!
16. Nautical Textiles for a Breezy Feel
Dress up your dining table with a crisp white tablecloth or table runner adorned with blue stripe accents. Add a glass vase or jar and complete the look by dropping in a stem of greens or flowers.
Up the beachy home decor ante by sprinkling the table cloth or runner (or a tray holding the vase) with seashells or starfish.
17. Beachy Centerpiece
Create a beachy centerpiece for your coffee table, kitchen island, or dining room table using a large glass bowl filled with textured pieces of nature such as driftwood, beach stones, sea glass, a rope ball, or vintage glass fishing floats.
OR — Arrange small potted succulents in a wooden tray, each in its own pot. Scatter tiny seashells and pieces of coral around the pots. Weave a string of fairy lights between the succulents to create a cozy, beachy glow perfect for evening gatherings. This setup is easy to move and adds a fresh, vibrant touch to any space.
Get more color ideas and styling hacks for your dining area! Check out my coastal table decor guide for simple ways to bring beachy vibes to your meals.
18. Swap Shelf Decor
Swap out some of your darker shelf decor for elements that bring in the outdoors like greenery (real or faux), bleached wood pieces, or seashell accents. Add in some light-colored books and maybe even a piece of driftwood you found on your last beach trip to tie the look together.
For more shelf-spiration, check out 7 Simple Shelf Styling Tips for a Home Décor Makeover to effortlessly elevate your home’s style with minimal effort.
19. Fresh Window Treatments
Freshen up your window treatments by washing them. Or consider swapping for new light-colored, sheer, or summery-patterned options like palm prints. This can instantly brighten up your space and let in more natural light.
20. DIY Capiz Shell Art
Create your own custom wall art using capiz shells. This is a simple DIY way to create some low cost beachy home decor — no artistic experience necessary!
Simply arrange the shells in a pattern or design of your choice on a canvas, a wooden board, or the backing of a frame. Then secure them in place with strong adhesive.
Hang your coastal creation in your living room, bedroom, or hallway to add a touch of coastal elegance to your walls. The shimmering shells will catch the light and create a stunning focal point in any room.
Design ideas:
For a pattern, consider making your initial, a wave, a starfish, a sunburst, a swirl, an anchor, an oar, or a boat outline. For a simpler design, create vertical stripes, horizontal rows, or a diagonal pattern. There’s no right or wrong way to make your design… and if you’ve got children, they would love to help!
21. Pillow Paradise
Give your bedroom or living room a dose of coastal by swapping out your throw pillows for ones with beach-inspired designs. Look for pillows featuring seashells, starfish, or anchors in soothing coastal colors like aqua, coral, and sandy beige.
22. Lakeside Linens
Freshen up your bedding with crisp white sheets and a lightweight duvet or quilt in a soft, ocean-inspired hue like seafoam green, soft aqua blue, or sandy beige. Top it off with a throw blanket in a summery accent color for those cooler summer nights.
23. Spa-worthy Shower
Transform your shower into a spa oasis with a Rainfall Shower Head and a Pebble Shower Mat, ensuring each shower feels like a rejuvenating escape.
24. Watersports Wall Art
Elevate your space with vintage charm by hanging a vintage surfboard, oar, or waterski as wall art. Lean it against a wall for a laid-back vibe or mount it securely for a focal point that exudes coastal flair.
Make this beachy home decor project functional:
Take it a step further by attaching hooks or knobs to the surfboard, oar, or water ski, and use it as a towel rack or hat rack (perfect for all those baseball hats!)
Check out my post on Lake Life Décor with Wood Water Skis to get the details on this water ski wall art project.
25. Green Oasis
Bring the outdoors in by adding a potted palm plant – real or faux — to a dark or dull corner. Entryways, living rooms, and even bathrooms are great spots. It infuses your space with life and enhances the coastal ambiance.
26. Seasonal Wall Art
Swap out existing artwork for a summery piece for the season. Incorporate pieces with summery words or phrases. Some of my personal favorites are:
- On Lake Time
- Meet Me at the Dock
- No Wake Zone
- Life is Better in Flip Flops
- I Dream of Summers That Last Forever
Most of these pieces were custom made by local favorite Kreative Knotts who creates handmade, reclaimed, upcycled gifts and home decor.
27. Firework Solar Lights
Jazz up your outdoor space with “firework” solar lights. They look like little bursts of fireworks! 💥🌺 Add them to flower beds, along the sidewalk or pathway, in potted flower pots outside on your patio, etc.
To give these even more enjoyment, place them near windows so you can see them twinkling at night from inside your home.
Find Your Beachy Vibe
I hope these tips inspire you to bring some beachy vibes into your home this summer! For even more easy, impactful home decor ideas and color palette inspiration, be sure to download my free guide, 10 Quick Tricks to Instantly Elevate Your Home. Let’s make our homes reflect the beautiful, carefree spirit of summer together! 🌺🌊✨
Want to keep that breezy summer feel going all season long? Keep the momentum with my favorite spring refresh tips, or explore coastal color combos that bring in that beachy vibe year-round. And if soft sea glass green caught your eye? Don’t miss this guide—it’s full of simple styling ideas you can actually use.
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