It’s high summer, and Remodelista editors are determined to bring some of that warm-weather magic indoors. Here are some easy, fresh decor ideas to go with that glass of cold lemonade in your hand.
1. Tame Some Wild Flowers
Above: Instant summery charm can be had by simply plucking a clutch of wild flowers and putting them in a vase, pitcher, bottle, or whatever vessel you have lying around. Photograph by Jefferson Smith, from The Engine House: A Romantic Rescue in the English Countryside (Available for Getaways).
2. Use Modern Wood Trays
Above: Light wood channels the brightness of the season. Alexa gathers her favorite wood trays in 10 Easy Pieces: Round Wood Trays, including these ash wood versions by Hasami.
3. Plumb the Seas for Inspiration
Above: Pillows embroidered with fish imagery reference the sea right outside its windows. Photograph by David Curran, courtesy of Millard & Flo, from The Life Aquatic in Cornwall: A Waterfront House—and One-Time Dinghy Club—Reinvented.
4. Embrace Rattan
Above: The old-fashioned material is back in a big way, and summer is the best time to bring it into your home. We’re loving Soane Britain’s handmade rattan lighting, like this Hanging Petal Light. See Summer Lights: Playful Rattan Lamps, Sconces, and Pendants by Soane Britain.
5. Hang a Few Adirondack Baskets
Above: Adirondack baskets are not only charming but also useful. Hang a few around the house as a catchall for mail, magazines, and more. Photograph by Nicki Sebastian, courtesy of Rudy Jude, from Rudy Jude: 12 Simple Ideas to Steal from a Mainer’s Thoughtful Shop in LA. (Be sure to also check out Object Lessons: The Enduring Adirondack Day Pack Basket.)