Wallpaper - Going Coastal I

Created by Yvette St. Amant, our Going Coastal I wallpaper brings a classic maritime feel to the wall with a relaxed, artistic touch. The design features a pair of crossed canoe paddles detailed with hatched lines and chevron patterns, set against a backdrop of soft blue and white vertical watercolour stripes. The gentle brushstroke texture in the stripes softens the geometric layout, while the deeper blue ink-like lines on the oars give the central motif crisp definition. Printed made-to-measure on our PVC-free paper, this wall mural combines clean coastal styling with a light, airy colour palette.

In the room

We see this design working beautifully in a holiday home, lake house, or a bright family bathroom where its nautical theme feels right at home. The vertical stripe background naturally draws the eye upward, making it an effective choice for rooms with standard ceiling heights or smaller transitional spaces like entryways and pool houses. Because the crossed paddles form a distinct focal point, we recommend giving this wallpaper a prominent, relatively uninterrupted wall—such as behind a low console table or opposite a doorway—so the central motif can be appreciated in full.

Styling it

To complement the New England coastal character of the design, we suggest pairing it with clean, simple furnishings that let the pattern stand out. White-painted wood furniture, tongue-and-groove panelling, or natural pale timber elements keep the room feeling fresh and uncomplicated. Woven accents, such as a braided jute runner or simple rattan storage baskets, add subtle texture that echoes the relaxed lakeside mood without competing with the striped background.

Colour combinations

Our wallpaper centres on soft baby blue and crisp white in the vertical stripes, accented by the deeper navy-toned hatching of the paddles. When choosing paint colours for surrounding walls, woodwork, or cabinetry, we suggest continuing the palette with fresh off-whites, soft chalky blues, or a grounded navy blue for doors and skirting boards. For a touch of warmth against the cool blue tones, muted sandy neutrals and unbleached canvas shades blend in effortlessly.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers and mural wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper during installation. Each design is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, designed to be straightforward and easy to hang in any home.