SUMMER STYLISH HOME UPDATES

May is the perfect time to begin updating your home for the summer. Just a few seasonal updates will make your home feel refreshed, lighter, and more welcoming—just in time for summer guests and family activities.  So, once Memorial Day comes, you’re ready to relax and enjoy those long summer days.  So if you’re planning to host backyard barbecues, welcome out-of-town family, or simply enjoy the longer daylight hours, follow these four tips. Update your key indoor spaces, wow your guests, and prepared for summer fun.

1. Refresh with Color:  Updating your palette for summer calls for a shift in tone.  Think bright, airy, and bright colors. Accessorizing is one easy way to bring color into your home. Swap out blankets for throw pillows in breezy fabrics in ocean blues, citrus tones, or soft neutrals. These small elements dramatically change the mood of a space. Add floral prints for seasonal charm. Florals bring in a fresh, outdoorsy feeling we crave during summer.  Colorful area rugs also really refreshen a space. Select area rugs with bright oranges, pinks, greens, and even the soft blues of summer.  Bring in fresh summer florals for the fireplace, dining room, or kitchen table. Think peonies, sunflowers, or even wildflowers in clear glass vases for an elegant but effortless look.or light-filtering cellular blinds to diffuse harsh sunlight while maintaining brightness; and two, incorporate mirrors to reflect and distribute natural light throughout the space, brightening even the darkest corners.
2. Update &  Organize the Mudroom: In the summer the mudroom often becomes the command center for family life with all the outdoor activities. Preparing it now will save time and frustration later.  Create labeled bins or baskets for outdoor activities such as beach towels, pool toys, gardening tools, and sports gear. Clear labels and designated spaces keep things tidy.  Add a summer-friendly area rug with bright colors that can handle sandy feet and wet flip-flops. Look for indoor/outdoor rugs that are easy to clean.  Install or refresh hooks for hats, totes, and dog leashes. Include a drop zone for sunglasses, sunscreen, and bug spray. A small tray or basket near the door keeps everyday summer essentials handy.
3. Welcome Guest In Style:  Sprucing up your foyer allows you to set the tone for your entire home.  Your foyer gives your guest the first impression your home.  So, create an entry that’s both inviting and seasonally inspired. Add a fresh arrangement of seasonal flowers or greenery on a  console or entry table.  Use a decorative vase or a vintage pitcher for added charm. Make a statement with a decorative mirror.  This will reflect light and make the space warm and inviting. Incorporate a colorful area rug to set the summer mood. If you have space, consider adding a small bench or chair with colorful cushions for both function and flair. It gives guests a spot to remove shoes or set down bags.

4. Refresh Guest Room:  Impress your overnight guest.  Don’t overlook that guest room.  Why create additional anxiety and wait to update that guest room when your guest arrive.  Give your guest a great experience. Turn your guest room into a relaxing retreat.  Switch heavy bedding for light, breathable layers in cotton or linen.  Add colorful accent pillows to brighten the bed and bring in that summer feel. Mix patterns like stripes, florals, and solids for a layered look. Place a basket of travel-sized toiletries, fresh towels. Also add thoughtful extras like snacks, books, or a handwritten welcome note. Don’t forget the power of scent. Bring in summery scents like lavender or citrus with a diffuser or a small candle to keep the room smelling fresh.

As you can see these small touches don’t require a big investment or renovation.  These are small ways you can update your home for summer.  So this May, add color, get organized and create some stylish interiors. These quick changes will allow you to enjoy your summer relaxed in a home that is warm, beautiful and stylish. Allowing all who enter to celebrate  the best of summer in Style. Need help transforming your home this for summer? Let us help you curate spaces that are not only stylish, but practical for your lifestyle. Contact me today to schedule your seasonal refresh consultation. Summer style is just a few thoughtful changes away!