Here at Selby Anda, we could not be more excited for summer! With less than 2 weeks to go, it’s a great time to switch up the home decor and get prepared for a new season. It’s easy to get carried away and spend too much money on new furnishings when it comes to your own home, so if you’re looking for ideas that won’t require a full home makeover we’ve got you covered!
Ready for some simple ways to turn your interiors from cozy and warm to airy and totally relaxing? Here’s Zsuzsi’s (from DIY Zsuzsify) 5 favorite decor ideas for summer that are sure to bring some life and fun summer atmosphere!
1- Bring nature inside!
Nothing gives your home that airy look and feel like copious amounts of leafy greenery and fresh flowers! Bring the fresh feel of mother nature indoors and spread them around the living areas on counters, windowsills, and side tables for a beautiful display of colour.
2- Display your artistic talent
Add a personal touch to your decor! Find those shots you’ve taken on past holidays; whether it’s an ocean landscape or a beach getaway. Adding art that’s reminiscent of the season will help create a relaxed focal point that eases up a space and gently expands the view in a room, it’s also the perfect talking point with guests!
3- Love linen
It’s not just the summer staple fabric of choice for no reason! Linen fabric is light and breathable and it gets even softer with use, which makes it ideal for those hot Bondi days and nights. A simple tip that makes a world of difference, swap in linen pillows, table covers, curtains, bedding and of course your clothes as you lighten those heavier winter layers.
4- Mirror mirror on the wall…
Our oldest trick in the book! Adding a large mirror to a room helps reflect more light and creates an illusion of a larger space. Commonly used in restaurants and cafes to open up the space, it’s incredibly effective when you’re working with a small area like an apartment! On a smaller scale, mirrored pieces (like coffee tables or frames) can also work to spread light and add some sparkle to your home.
5- Invest in some colourful tableware!
We all know summer is about long lunches and dinners on those balmy nights! Ahead of the upcoming holiday season, tableware is often overlooked as a perfect way to refresh your space for summer! Bring joy into a room with a thoughtfully set up bright and beautiful table. Indulge in some colourful and bright tableware and crockery with different prints and colours and watch the summer vibe set in.