With the warm months approaching, it’s a perfect time to spruce up your home.
And you don’t need a full-blown renovation or a maxed-out credit card to make your space feel fresh for summer.
A few clever swaps, a pop of color here, a touch of texture there, and boom: instant seasonal upgrade.
DailyMail.com spoke to Elizabeth Bauer, a top interior designer, to learn some easy, affordable ways to give your home a revamp for summer without breaking the bank.
Add pops of color
Elizabeth Bauer, a top interior designer, shared affordable ways to give your home a revamp for summer without breaking the bank (stock image)
Summer is all about bright pops of color, which are easy to add to any space.
‘Add pops of color with throw pillows and table books,’ Elizabeth recommended.
‘Mix the textures of the pillows and layer coffee table books with one another to add visual interest.
‘Pillows are an easy way to refresh a space for different seasons.’
Bring out the outdoor furniture
She suggested, ‘Incorporate outdoor furniture pieces for a relaxed look that enhances the flow between indoors and out’ (stock image)
Summer is the best time to enjoy your outdoor space.
‘Incorporate outdoor furniture pieces for a relaxed look that enhances the flow between indoors and out,’ the interior designer said.
‘A wicker chair in the living room or a garden stool as a side table works well.
‘Garden furniture can be incredibly functional and add whimsy to an interior at the same time.’
If you stored your pieces away for the winter, you can easily use a hose and a soapy sponge to make everything fresh and new.
Cleaning your furniture at the start and end of every season will allow it to last longer for you to enjoy.
Spruce up your tablescape
Elizabeth suggested using tablecloths to add a ‘stylish backdrop for your other décor accessories.’
She continued: ‘They can be a great way to add patterns and textures that compliment the season.
‘A floral linen tablecloth on your dining table will elevate the dinnerware you already have.’
Refresh your furniture
Elizabeth suggested slipcovers for a couch or chair to ‘refresh your furniture without having to buy a whole new piece.’
‘It’s cost-effective and gives you [the] flexibility to change the fabric with the seasons,’ she added.
‘Light-colored linen slipcovers invoke a summer vibe and create a breezy look.’
The interior designer also recommended getting some new lampshades, which are usually cheap, to add some summer flare.
‘Swap old lampshades for something more bold,’ she told DailyMail.com. ‘Fun colorful shades provide an instant update with minimal effort.
‘Look for bold patterns and textures that compliment your existing space.’
Bring the outdoors in
She also recommended adding some greenery inside your home as a calming element (stock image)
After all the work you put into the outside of your home, now it’s time to bring a little bit of that life inside.
‘Introduce plants for freshness and air quality,’ Elizabeth suggested.
‘Adding greenery brings a calming, natural element to the space. Consider low-maintenance plants such as succulents.’
You can place them by the window for the best light and keep them watered.
Another option is to propagate plants yourself by cutting off a leaf and stem from a friend’s plant and placing it in a cup of water.
Play with light
Elizabeth shared two recommendations with DailyMail.com to add unique lights to space. One included adding a mirror to reflect light and open up a space (stock image)
Elizabeth shared two recommendations with DailyMail.com to add unique lights to space.
‘Add a mirror to reflect light and open up the space,’ she suggested.
‘This works particularly well in a small space that doesn’t get a whole lot of sunlight.
‘The frame can be as bold or minimal as you want.’
Secondly, she mentioned cordless sconces.
‘Install cordless wall sconces for ambient light,’ she said. ‘Without the need to hardwire you can add light where traditional lamps can’t go and make any space feel more sophisticated.
Look for vintage Finds
The interior designer recommended you turn to vintage pieces if you do want to add to your furniture.
‘Layer in vintage pieces from a local flea market that adds character and warmth,’ she shared.
‘A unique coffee table or piece of art will add depth to your design.’
A simple vintage piece can enhance any space. It is also a cost-efficient way to purchase new furniture for the season.
Implement scented Candles
One of Elizabeth’s suggestions was also to add a scent to your space (stock image)
Lastly, Elizabeth suggested adding a scent to your space.
‘Use light floral scented candles to evoke the essence of summer and enhance the seasonal ambiance,’ she explained.
‘Preferably find candles in beautiful containers that will double as décor pieces.’
