Wallpaper - By the Sea

Our By the Sea wallpaper brings the movement of open water indoors through sweeping brushstrokes and rich tonal depth. Created by Haley Knighten, this abstract seascape design captures the rhythm of rolling waves in deep ocean blues, teals, and soft cool whites, set against an airy horizon of pale blue and muted grey. The expressive, painterly composition balances broad strokes with finer textural details, giving the motif an artistic presence that feels expansive rather than overwhelming. Printed made-to-measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, it offers a distinct way to introduce coastal character into contemporary interiors.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well as an accent feature on a wide, uninterrupted wall in a living room or behind a bed in the bedroom. Because the composition relies on horizontal movement and a distinct horizon line, giving the mural wallpapers plenty of lateral space allows the sweep of the brushwork to unfold naturally. In a dedicated home office or study, positioning the design across the primary view brings an open, contemplative backdrop to the workspace without visual clutter. For compact areas like an entryway or reading nook, the contrast between the deep teal base and the lighter upper section helps draw the eye upward, giving smaller spaces a sense of breathing room.

Styling it

To let the expressive brushwork remain the focal point, we recommend keeping surrounding furniture relatively grounded and clean-lined. Low-profile seating and streamlined pieces work well here, as they avoid interrupting the horizon line of the design. When considering materials, natural pale timber such as ash or bleached oak provides a soft, organic warmth that balances the cool blue palette. For textiles, unpatterned woven fabrics in soft off-white, light oatmeal, or slate grey complement the coastal theme without competing with the painterly motion on the wall.

Colour combinations

The palette within our design centres on deep ocean blues, rich teals, crisp wave-crest whites, and cool misty greys along the horizon. When selecting paint for adjacent walls and woodwork, a soft chalky white or pale grey creates a seamless transition that enhances the lighter tones in the sky area. If you prefer a richer, more enveloping scheme, colour-matching surrounding trim or a nearby accent wall to one of the deeper navy or teal tones within the lower half of the wallpaper creates a striking, unified interior.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls. All our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to the printed design. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our wallpapers provide practical options to suit both homeowners and those living in rented spaces.