Is your home summer-ready?
Is
your home summer-ready?
With the mercury hitting 30 degrees and more
across most of South Africa these days, it’s official: summer is finally here!
This year, instead of just packing away those winter woollies and calling it
quits, why not give your home some summer loving as well?
Debbie shares her top do’s for a summer ready
home
Send
winter packing
“Those cosy cushion covers and layered throws
are all wonderfully warming in winter, but can make interiors feel overly
cluttered and stuffy in the heat,” says Reabow. “If you can’t see yourself
snuggling into that pile of velvety cushions or tucking that faux fur rug over
your knees, it’s time to pack them away where they’ll stay clean and fresh for
next season.”
Top tip: Soft furnishings aren’t the only things we tend to collect during
winter, either – decorative knick-knacks have a habit of building up as well.
Try to clear out as much unnecessary clutter as possible to get that easy,
breezy summer vibe. You don’t want a totally blank canvass, but you do want
some room to breathe.
Colour
it casual
When it comes to making a space feel lighter
and brighter, there’s nothing more powerful than colour.
Summer is all about fresh, juicy hues, so
replace winter’s intense tones with cool, ice-cream pastels or palettes
inspired by fruity sorbets or tropical prints. Nautical blues and whites are
also timeless choices that pair particularly well with natural materials like
wood, linen, cotton and cane.
Get
personal with prints
“This season has some incredible textile
prints to choose from,” says Reabow, “and they make amazing accents to add
personality to any summer space. Choose from bold tropicals, delicate florals,
exotic geometrics and more.”
Don’t be scared to mix and match for a more
eclectic feel – summer is the perfect time for light-hearted fun, so get
playful with your choices.
Bring
the outdoors in
Indoor plants are making a huge comeback at
the moment, and Reabow says they are a perfect way to introduce a touch of
summer into your home.
Tropical-styled delicious monsters (monstera
deliciosa) are the most gorgeous choices for a pop of lush green, but simple
succulents and air plants are also extremely trendy and attractive. If you’re
feeling a little more adventurous, you also get some miniature fruit tree
varietals that thrive indoors in the right light conditions, and produce
scented blossoms and fruit as well.
If you don’t have green thumb, don’t worry –
plants aren’t the only way to embrace the outdoors. Try introducing natural
materials like raw wood, sandstone, seagrass and loose-weave linens to bring
nature into your home.
Take
the indoors out
There’s nothing better than alfresco
entertaining on a balmy summer’s day, and Reabow highly recommends giving your
outdoor areas a little love to make this as enjoyable as possible.
Outdoor entertainment areas are extremely
popular with property buyers, so don’t be afraid to invest a little money in
this area – it’ll pay off down the line. If you have the space, a covered patio
with a built-in braai is a fantastic option, but a neatly paved area with a few
outdoor couches or a dining table and a big umbrella can be just as nice.
When planning an outdoor space, Reabow
reminds homeowners not to overlook lighting.
Top tip: The right lights are essential from an ambiance perspective as well as
a functional one. There are a lot of solar options available these days that
are great for areas where it’s difficult to get power. Candles, lanterns and
torches can be very romantic additions as well.
No matter how you choose to embrace the
summer season, fun should always be the focus. Your home is your playground,
and should always reflect the uniqueness of you. Don’t get too caught up in
what’s trendy and forget about the things that make you and your loved ones smile.
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