Your Home Office Deserves Better Than a Blank Wall
I work from home a fair bit, and I'll be honest, staring at a plain white wall while you're trying to focus is not exactly inspiring. One of the first things I did when I set up my own space was hang one of my coastal prints above the desk. It sounds simple, but it genuinely changes how the room feels. A customer of mine put it perfectly: "Getting a view of Eastern Beach lifts my mood every time I sit down to work at my desk." That stuck with me.
If you're setting up a study or home office and you want it to feel like yours, not just a corner with a laptop and a pile of cables, this one's for you. Here's how I think about styling a home office with coastal wall art, and what actually works.
Pick One Hero Print and Let It Do the Work
The home office is usually a smaller room, and it doesn't take much to make an impact. I'd always go for one strong piece over a bunch of smaller prints scattered around. Something with real presence. An L or XL size works well above a desk or on the wall directly opposite where you sit, so it's the first thing you see when you look up.
My Point Addis Art Print I is my top seller for a reason. I shot it from above with my drone on a clear morning, and that aerial perspective gives it a quality that's hard to put your finger on. It's not just a pretty beach shot. It reads like a piece of art. Customers who've bought it say it brings them back to that place every time they glance at it, which is exactly what you want in a room where you're spending a lot of hours.
If you're looking for something from the Surf Coast, Bells Beach Art Print I is another one I'd point you toward. Bold, clean, and instantly recognisable.
Think About the Frame for Your Lighting
Home offices are often well-lit, either from a window or overhead lights, and glare can be a real issue with framed prints. The good news is there are easy solutions.
My floating frame canvas prints use 400gsm Hahnemuhle Daguerre canvas with no glass at all. Zero reflections, full colour, and they look great in bright rooms. If you prefer a framed print with glass, the shadow box frame is my most popular option. The glass sits 20mm off the print, which creates a subtle depth effect and it just looks sharper on the wall. The standard shadow box uses 2mm clear glass and is a genuinely premium product.
For rooms with a lot of natural light or a window directly opposite, the premium shadow box with Tru Vue Museum Glass is worth considering. It cuts out 99% of UV and virtually eliminates glare. I wrote more about it in this post if you want the full rundown.
Match the Print to the Mood You Want in the Room
This is where it gets personal. Think about how you want to feel when you're sitting at your desk. Calm and focused? Something wide and open like a flat ocean shot works well. Energised and ready to get into it? A surf break or dramatic cliff shot gives the room a bit of edge.
My prints are shot from real beaches I know well, so they carry a genuine sense of place. If you grew up going to the Surf Coast, or you've got a favourite spot up at Port Douglas, having that on your wall is a completely different thing to hanging generic beach art. It's yours. It means something. That connection to place is what makes people say it brings them happiness throughout the day, not just on the first day it goes up.
For something warm and colourful that works across a range of interiors, Wye River Art Print I is a solid pick. The colours are rich and the composition is clean. It looks great in a home office without being distracting.
Where to Hang It for Maximum Effect
- Directly opposite your desk, at eye level when seated. This is the sweet spot.
- On the wall to your side if you turn away from your screen often. A quick glance at the coast is a great mental reset.
- Above a bookshelf or credenza if wall space above the desk is limited.
- Avoid hanging it behind you if you're on video calls, unless you want everyone in the meeting asking about it (which, to be fair, happens a lot).
Not sure what size to go for? My size guide is a good starting point. For most desk setups, an M or L print hits the right balance.
Bring the Coast Into Your Workday
Beach prints aren't just for living rooms and holidays houses. Some of the most meaningful purchases I've seen are people setting up a space that genuinely feels like theirs. Coastal wall art from Australia's best beaches, printed and framed properly, turns a functional room into one you actually want to spend time in.
All my prints are made to order, printed right here in Victoria, and shipped free anywhere in Australia. Frames are FSC certified timber, and every product comes with a 10-year warranty. Start from $89 and go from there.
Browse the full range at Point Addis Art Print I or explore more tips for styling a home office with coastal prints.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size wall art should I get for a home office or study?
For most home offices, an M (42x59.4cm) or L (59.4x84.1cm) print is the right size. An M works well in smaller rooms or above a shelf, while an L makes a strong statement above a standard desk. If you've got a larger wall or a dedicated study room, an XL (84.1x118.9cm) is worth considering. Use the size guide to compare against your wall space before ordering.
What type of frame is best for a well-lit home office?
A floating frame canvas is a great choice for bright rooms because there's no glass at all, so reflections are never an issue. If you prefer a framed print, the standard shadow box is the most popular option and works well in most lighting conditions. For rooms with direct sunlight or strong overhead lighting, the premium shadow box with Tru Vue Museum Glass cuts out 99% of UV and virtually eliminates glare.
Can beach prints for a home office work with beach prints australia themes beyond just surf beaches?
Absolutely. Coastal wall art for a home office doesn't have to mean a surf break. Aerial coastline shots, calm bay views, and wide ocean vistas all work well in a work-from-home setting. The key is choosing a print that connects with you personally, somewhere you've been, a beach you love, or a place you'd rather be.
Do I need to get my print framed, or does unframed work in a home office?
An unframed print is a good option if you already have a frame you love or want to match an existing set. All unframed prints come rolled in a protective tube, printed on 250gsm premium matte art paper with giclee archival inks. That said, most people go for a fr
