Freshen Up Your Home: Summer Interior Design Tips for a Light, Bright Space
Summer is the perfect time to breathe new life into your home. Whether you're hosting backyard parties, enjoying longer evenings, or just craving a fresh vibe, small design updates can make a big difference.
At Mavis Design, we believe a well-designed home should shift with the seasons—here are some simple, stylish ways to make your space feel lighter, brighter, and ready for summer.
1. Lighten Up Your Color Palette
Swap heavy, dark hues for lighter, softer colors that reflect natural sunlight. Think warm neutrals, soft blues, dusty greens, and muted terracottas.
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Change out throw pillows, blankets, or rugs for lighter textures and brighter patterns.
Paint an accent wall in a pale, inviting shade to instantly refresh a room.
Neutral living room with a linen sofa, light wood coffee table, woven rug, and natural light streaming through sheer curtains. Features soft textures and minimal summer decor for a bright, airy feel.
2. Bring Nature Indoors
Nothing says summer like fresh greenery. Incorporating plants adds life, color, and energy to any space—and it’s good for your air quality too.
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Style a few potted plants on your kitchen island, entryway table, or bathroom vanity.
Choose easy-care options like fiddle leaf figs, pothos, or snake plants.
3. Refresh Your Furniture Layout
Summer is all about flow and flexibility. Rethink your furniture placement to create open, conversational spaces that invite gathering and relaxation.
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Float furniture away from walls to encourage easier conversation.
Create cozy nooks for reading, morning coffee, or sunset watching.
4. Update Accessories for a Seasonal Touch
Small changes = big impact. Switch out accessories for pieces that feel lighter and breezier.
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Swap heavy winter candles for fresh, citrusy scents.
Replace velvet or wool throws with linen or cotton.
Use natural textures like wicker, rattan, or raw wood for trays, baskets, or accent pieces.
Sunlit modern kitchen with white cabinetry, open wood shelves, and natural accents. Features lemons, fresh greenery, and ceramic decor that bring a bright, summery feel to the space.
5. Focus on Outdoor-Indoor Living
In Colorado, we’re lucky to enjoy beautiful summers. Blur the lines between indoors and out with smart design choices.
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Add sheer curtains to allow in maximum light while softening your views.
Style your patio like a true living space—with rugs, lighting, and cozy seating to extend your usable square footage.
Airy living room with a sliding glass door opening to a furnished patio. Features natural tones, a rattan coffee table, and light furniture that blends indoor comfort with outdoor living style.
Ready for a Full Summer Refresh?
Sometimes a few quick updates are all you need—but if you’re ready to reimagine your home completely, we’d love to help.
From a fresh kitchen redesign to a total outdoor living makeover, Mavis Design specializes in spaces that feel welcoming, timeless, and uniquely yours.