4 ways to elevate your space for summer

Summer carries a unique energy that sets it apart from other seasons. With its warmth and vibrant spirit, it’s the perfect time to infuse your home with a lively, relaxed ambiance that reflects the season’s cheerful vibe. But how do you do it?

Keep reading to find out four ways to make your space shine for summer—with tips covering everything from home flooring, to indoor/outdoor flow and how to perfect colour palettes. Get ready to turn your space into an inviting, summery retreat!

1. Upgrade your flooring for summer vibes

When choosing floors for a summer vibe, how they cope with daily wear and how they look are both equally important. Luxury vinyl flooring and stylish rugs offer the perfect balance for a summer-ready space.

Embrace luxury vinyl flooring

Luxury vinyl flooring is perfect for your home year-round, but you’ll find its durability particularly beneficial in summer when you spend much more time moving between indoor and outdoor areas. This type of flooring mimics natural materials too, so you’ll have plenty of stylish options to choose from without compromising on practicality.

Enhance the space with rugs

You’re not really summer-ready until you’ve laid a few well-placed rugs to bring some extra comfort and brightness to your space. When crafted from the right materials—think cotton, jute, linen, or even bamboo—a rug can also add a cool feel underfoot, which makes it perfect for coming inside after lounging in the sun.

2. Create an outdoor oasis

Don’t forget your outdoor spaces when preparing for summer! With plenty of time spent soaking up the sun, creating functional zones in your yard is essential. This doesn’t just mean adding outdoor furniture. To turn these into spaces you can enjoy well into the evening, add ambient lighting to soak up the warmer weather regardless of the time of day.

Designing a functional outdoor space

Your outdoor furniture should serve two purposes—relaxation and socialisation. Select comfortable sofas and chairs and set them up so the conversation flows easily. A great way to do this is by creating a square (or circle) around a central table, fire pit, or other statement piece for the main seating area. Then, add a comfy chair or two in other shady spots for more intimate gatherings.

Add ambient lighting

While not everyone can access outdoor power, all yards enjoy natural light. That makes solar-powered lanterns and/or string lights a great choice. These will bring a magical ambience to your space and make summer evenings even more enjoyable. If you don’t want to go solar, use battery-operated lights for a soft, flickering glow.

3. Bring the outdoors inside

Once you’ve worked out the core elements for your indoor and outdoor areas, it’s time to bring them together. Bringing natural elements and greenery inside can enhance the flow between your indoor and outdoor zones, making for a seamless transition.

Incorporate natural elements

The best natural elements for creating an organic summer space indoors are wooden accents and/or stone features. They’re easy to incorporate and can also be added in your outdoor area, bridging the gap between the two. Think wooden furniture, stone planters, or even wood-framed mirrors to bring the outdoors in. Use similar materials on an outdoor deck or a stone pathway for a seamless connection.

Choose the right greenery

Bring plenty of indoor plants into your space for both their natural beauty and air-purifying benefits. Snake plants are excellent for filtering air, while ivy thrives effortlessly in most indoor settings. Just be aware that ivy can damage walls due to its aerial roots, so make sure to grow it up a supporting structure like a trellis for best results.

4. Refresh with a summer palette

Colours can evoke emotion and completely change how a space feels, so choosing the right summer palette is key. Light and airy shades always win, while bold tones and patterns add personality and impact.

Opt for light and airy colours

If you’re looking for summer colours that create a serene vibe year-round, you can’t go past blues, corals and soft yellows. These tones build a cheerful atmosphere while enhancing the summery feel of your space. They also blend well with other hues, so they’re super easy to work with.

Accent with bold patterns

You may also consider adding patterns such as stripes or even tropical prints if you want to take your space to the next level. Bring these elements in through cushions, throws and artwork to inject vibrancy into your room without overwhelming it. These little touches are also easy to swap out, so you can change your room to your heart’s content.

Embrace the summer transformation

Summer is all about life, vibrancy, and warmth, so designing your home to reflect this is a great way to get into the spirit of the season. Whether it’s adding a splash of colour, updating your flooring, or creating cosy outdoor spaces, there’s so much you can do when it comes to having a summer-ready space. So, create a mood board and get started on your summer-ready renos ASAP!