Tips for Bringing a Calming Ocean Theme into the Home

The relaxing beauty of sea waves and the irrepressible power and scale of the ocean are subjects close to many writers' and artists' minds. Designers working across the board in homeware regularly like to make use of the dramatic shapes and textures inspired by sea-life. Life within the ocean is also looked at often by design companies, with the curiosity it provokes in young and old always worth closer inspection.

Using ocean and sea themes across the home is a great way to bring a strong new look in rooms and interiors. Capturing a sense of the mystery and wonder of aquatic life provides interest and wonder in the home. Great for instilling the relaxing natural harmony of a a balanced life and a healthy outlook, keeping the power of the sea close to mind is always worthy of consideration.

The Ferm Living Shell Pot, Off White adds a beautiful offering straight from the edge of the sea. Created from stoneware with internal glazing to render it waterproof, the delicate pot by Ferm Living looks fantastic when placed on a ledge or shelf and can be filled with plants or left empty. Offering a wonderful hint of the seaside, the sublime ornament works effortlessly as a statement piece. 

Ideal for sparking off an assured interest in ocean life and creatures beneath the waves, the Mclaggan Smith Mugs Educational Ocean Life Mug makes a drinking addition to the home. Capable of teaching family and friends all about the ocean depths, the mug makes a brilliant gift to anyone with an interest in the natural world.

The Frequency Vase from Georg Jensen, like the rest of the design house's Frequency collection, has been inspired by the ocean and the patterns of the waves. Designer Kelly Wearstler has fashioned shiny stainless steel into a dramatic and highly modern looking vase. An impressive way to contain plants and flowers in any area of the home, the vase is another fantastic visual recall of the ocean.

Another vase inspired by the power of the waves is the Stelton Stockholm Aquatic Vase, Large. This assured piece offers an individually hand painted image representing a crashing ocean wave. Unique and perfectly appealing to a variety of positions in the home, the vase is also available in other sizes so that you can find exactly what's right for you.