Summer Inspirations for the Home


In a few weeks summer begins; the sun shines and birds sing. After the dreadful blizzards brought on by Old Man Winter, it’s time to bring joy and warmth indoors with summer inspirations listed below. 
           Bright Vibrant Colors
           Flowers/ Framed Pressed Flowers
           Mirrors & Reflective Surfaces
           Slipcovers/ Throw Pillows 
           Lighten Window Treatments 
           Display Fresh Fruits 
           Combine and Mix Furniture 



Bright Vibrant Colors: Enliven your home and uplift your spirits with bold vibrant hues such as fuchsia, teal, fire orange and pastel greens.  The color trend for spring and summer 2011 is honeysuckle (rosy pink).



Flowers/ Framed Pressed Flowers: Stimulate your sense of sight and smell with floral arrangements.  Get creative and use the flowers from your garden in art work such as framed pressed flowers.





Mirrors & Reflective Surfaces: Utilizes mirrors and reflective surfaces to scatter sunlight throughout your space.  Mirrors are also an excellent way to add depth and length to your space.  



Slipcovers / Throw Pillows: Throw pillows and slipcovers offer an easy and quick method for incorporating color and dynamic to a space without a permanent commitment. 




Lighten Window Treatments: Replace thick and heavy winter curtains with lace or sheer curtains. Woven shades are also an awesome summer look for your home.



Display Fresh Fruits: Add a dash of color to your kitchen by displaying summer fruits. This will also be a helpful reminder of recommended daily fruit intake, yes daily. 



Combine and Mix Furniture:  Rearrange furniture in the living room, bedroom, and or family room to create a new exciting layout and look in a familiar space. Create a reading nook in the Family Room with the arm chair found in the Master Bedroom. Take a side table from the Living Room and use it as a bed side table in a Bedroom. Dust off the buffet table in the garage which you purchased at last year’s flea market. Add a coat of paint to it and use in the dining room or kitchen.



The smallest changes in your home can be the most effective when executed in a proper manner.

Happy Summer! 

By: Valene Greene 
Veluxe Interiors
www.veluxeinteriors.com 





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