In the summertime, remove heavy rugs and enjoy bare floors. Use greenery instead of flowers for a fresh yet casual feel.
Summer entertaining means keeping it easy-breezy. Bunches of flowers in galvanized metal containers, hurricane lanterns and a full ice bucket are all you need.
Create a cottagey entrance-way with items that have a country feel; DIY artwork perfectly complements treasures like pitchers, bottles, sailboats and an old-school fan.
If your backyard deck isn’t big enough for a table and chairs, move them onto the grass. Add a flower box to the fence to bring in a touch of color and personality.
Whitewashed tongue-and-groove paneling gives this room a fresh, clean feel. Throw pillows in citrus shades add to the summery mood.
White paired with wood looks fresh and clean – perfect for summer living. Add a throw pillow with a splash of color and a bouquet of flowers for interest.
Easy striped slipcovers and a striped flat-weave rug give this room a relaxed nautical feel. The quiet star of the room is a white paneled cabinet that provides an abundance of storage.
Pale blues and grays recall relaxed coastal décor. An ikat-patterned slipcover chair adds more interest to the room.
Take advantage of hot summer nights with overhead patio lanterns, and graphically printed napkins and placemats for outdoor dining.
Get white slipcovers for summer. You can always bleach them, and they’ll double the lifespan of your sofa.