Summer home decor is all about light and bright, so don’t forget to swap out your spring pastels for summer landscapes and bright tones. From wall art to the lingering scent throughout your space, there are so many possibilities for a whole new home interior for the summer! Brighten up your home for the sunny season with these easy summer decorating swaps, from hanging your summer landscapes to displaying some fresh florals.

Wall Art

Finding the perfect home decor for summer does not need to be a strenuous task. Maximize your shoreline summer spirit with playful patterns, woven details and bright finishes, all of which are sure to add a splash of style to your tranquil summer space. Large canvas prints and nature scenes emphasize the feel of summer. Adding a canvas, such as one that exhibits the sunny faces of golden sunflowers, brings in a casual yet organic style. Wall art with brightly colored floral displays is also sure to add the perfect pop of color to any space. A unique addition to wall art is blowing up your favorite vacation photo or nature scene and having it framed.

Create a “living” wall indoors by hanging a vine on a wall sculpture. Hanging baskets with your favorite succulent or plant can also be hung to accentuate the space. Wall-hanging succulent gardens are a great way to add freshness to your space and have been slowly climbing their way up in the trends. If you’re looking to add some color or interest to a wall in your home just in time for summer, a succulent wall garden might be just what you need!

Bring the Outdoor Comfort In

Outdoor furniture has come a long way, with so many stylish selections that barely even look like outdoor furniture! Dress up your outdoor chairs and sofas with throw pillows of different colors, styles and patterns! The wicker furniture gives off a cozy summer feel and is the perfect addition to any outdoor or indoor gathering space. Paired with throw pillows and blankets, some end tables, and an indoor-outdoor area rug to tie it all together, you will have created the perfect space. As an added advantage, indoor-outdoor poly or poly-combo rugs used in high traffic areas of your home are super durable and reliable. Another option is a rug inspired by natural fibers like sisal. Paired with bright, summery colors, this combo makes for a soft contrast in a balanced space. Alternatively, you may consider keeping your floors bare during the summertime for a fresher, cleaner feel!

Bring Summer into Your Living Space

1. Replace heavy curtains with light and bright fabrics
2. Add fresh flowers
3. Add a light, fresh coat of paint to your walls
4. Add a new canvas or painting to brighten your space
5. Swap out decor pillows and throws

Bring Summer into Your Kitchen

1. Remove valances to let the light in
2. Add fresh flowers
3. Repaint with a fresh, light color
4. Add citrus accents—think lemons or limes in a festive bowl
5. Use outdoor features such as the grill to make summer dishes accompanied by watermelon, corn on the cob or a colorful fruit salad

Color POP!

Accessorizing is the easiest and most effective way to add little pops of color here and there around your space. Fun pops of reds, oranges and blues will help lift your space up. Mixing prints and patterns is a fun way to lighten and freshen up any room during the summer months. As simple as it may sound, placing floral arrangements or even a bowl of citrus fruits on the kitchen counter or end table will instantly add a brighter, summery feel. Mixing florals throughout your space—from prints to real floral arrangements—will instantly add a cheerful feel.

Throw pillows are another easy addition. Swap out the thick textured pillows on your sofa with lighter and brighter ones. The idea of overfilling a nook space in your home, like a corner set up for reading, with colorful throw pillows is one that is often overlooked. Add pillows of different colors and sizes to create not only dimension but a cozy and appealing nook in your home.

Summer Scents

The scent lingering around your space is one of the most notable features and the first thing you’ll notice as you enter any room. Switch out your seasonal candles with some summery aromas! Anything fruity (especially citrus), tropical or floral will fill your home with the perfect summer scent.