Maritime
In homes decorated in a maritime style, you can almost hear the sound of the sea and feel the sand between your toes. The combination of natural colors and materials with accents and decorations reminiscent of the sea, beach, and sailing creates a harmonious picture.
Typical of the Maritime Style
- Natural, light-colored basic aesthetics
- Furniture made of light-colored, often old wood
- Various shades of blue with accents of red, white, or beige
- Decoration with maritime elements such as shells, lifebuoys, nets, or ropes
- Airy and flowing
- Natural materials such as rattan, fabric, stone, or wood
Basic Guidelines
The maritime interior style aims to bring the feeling of summer, beach, and the high seas into our homes. This is achieved through a mixture of flowing materials, shades of blue, weathered surfaces, and typical maritime decorative elements such as fishing nets or shells.
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Materials
Light-colored, old wood is typical of this interior design style. It can be worn, limewashed, or completely natural brown. Houses furnished in this style often have exposed ceiling beams, which further enhance the feeling of an old fisherman's cottage. Driftwood is also very popular for decoration or furniture.
There are many options when it comes to fabrics: airy linen or cotton is often paired with cords or woven elements.
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Products
Typical Color Scheme
The natural colors of floors, walls, and ceilings are often complemented by all kinds of blue tones in this style.
The possibilities are virtually endless. Wall colors, tiles, furniture, and decorative elements can all incorporate this versatile color.
Red can be used to create a bold contrast. This is reminiscent of sailors and creates a very special look.
Furniture & Furnishings
Old, often worn pieces of furniture are the perfect match for the maritime style. These are often made of rustic wood, with peeling paint or varnish, and fit perfectly into the picture of an old fisherman's cottage by the sea.
Decorations are particularly important for creating a successful overall look. Shells, seagulls, fishing nets, lifebuoys, model boats, and lanterns are especially popular items.
