Wallpaper - Floating in the Ocean

Our Floating in the Ocean wallpaper by Nathan Larson captures the distinct perspective of resting right at the water line, looking out across gentle ocean swells towards an open sky filled with soft white clouds. We particularly like how the composition splits horizontally between the deep aquamarine and turquoise movement of the sea and the bright, airy blue above. The photographic detail brings a calm, natural rhythm to the wall, making it a distinctive focal point for quiet interior spaces. Like all our mural wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the horizon sits directly across the middle of the photograph, we think this design works best on a wide, relatively uninterrupted wall where the full expanse of the seascape can unfold. It is an intuitive choice for a bathroom, a poolhouse, or a dedicated home meditation space where the natural marine palette sets a tranquil tone. We also see it working beautifully across the main wall behind a bed or low living room seating, provided the furniture remains low enough not to block the transition between the water and the sky. In rooms with plenty of daylight, the clarity of the water tones and the bright sky become particularly vivid.

Styling it

To keep the visual focus on the photograph's natural horizon, we would surround this wallpaper with low-profile furniture and restrained contemporary styling. Clean, linear pieces prevent the space from feeling cluttered and let the ocean view dominate the room.

When choosing materials, we suggest pairing the cool sea tones with warm, natural finishes to create balance:

• Light, natural woods such as bleached ash or pale oak soften the cool blues without overwhelming them.
• Matte white or light stone surfaces, particularly around bathroom vanities or poolhouse features, mirror the bright clouds in the upper half of the motif.
• Simple, unpatterned fabrics in off-white or soft sandy tones allow the fluid texture of the water to remain the central feature of the room.

Colour combinations

The design is built on cool ocean blues, deep seafoam green, rich turquoise, and the bright blue and white of the open sky.

When painting surrounding walls, we recommend pulling the soft off-white from the clouds onto adjacent surfaces or skirting boards to maintain an open, luminous atmosphere. For a bolder, more cocooning feel in a bathroom or meditation space, you could pick up the darker aquamarine green from the swell of the water on neighbouring walls or cabinetry. Soft sand, warm chalk, and muted driftwood tones also work exceptionally well alongside the aquatic palette, grounding the cool blues with gentle warmth.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your specific wall dimensions. Printing each order to your measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess compared to purchasing standard rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure. They are designed to be straightforward to hang, whether you are refreshing a family home or personalising a rented apartment.