Follow these 8 trends to help redecorate your home this summer

The most interesting spaces are those that vibrate with the season Indian summers in particular necessitate a major interior makeover to protect it from the elements while creating an atmosphere that complements the seasons character All you need is a refresh in the textiles new prints on the walls new hints in the materials and a revitalising summer spirit inspired by the restyling mood boards Punam Kalra creative director of Im the Centre for Applied Arts shares some tipsInvest in the Biophilic trendSummer air carries scents and flavours from the outdoors to the interiors of a space serving as a reminder to go natural this season The calming energy that connects the outdoor to the indoor also makes the space feel largerThe simplest way to accomplish this is to introduce fresh flowers and indoor plants into the interiors Include ecofriendly material palettes with raw wood ceramic or stone in furniture decor or even backdrops solid ceramic vases seamless wooden tables rough cut stone backdrops and more leave a lasting dose of freshness and tranquillity in the space without suffocating it with layersGo light and airyThe first desire of the exhausting season is for breathable spaces Keep your home light and airy by using lighter preferably semisheer fabrics like slub cotton linen and so on for your curtains tapestries and upholsteriesReplace heavy winter throws with neat trimmed finishes in neutral toned upholstered pieces like sofas armchairs ottomans and pouffes Woven pieces made of rattan bamboo wicker or cane can be used as larger pieces such as recliners chairs and consoles or as smaller accents such as baskets planters or even headboards to add a light twist to the furnitureSummer is all about the sun and its open invitation to the home which shifts the focus away from the enclosed walls and toward openings such as windows Examine the window treatments and incorporate more solar shades such as bamboowooden louvres or linen blinds to filter the incoming heat wavesFor that harsh time of day a blackout curtain becomes a must If you have a balcony decorate it with blooming flowers and revitalising herbs and set up an island seating area for some evening tea In the case of open sitouts or backyards go big with garden furniture sets under a greenhouse setup or a floral pergola to create an athome retreat atmosphereReminisce a distant vacationSummer vacation is a term in and of itself Indian summers are unfinished without the vacation vibe Incorporate tropical prints in hand embroidered throws or leafy wallpapers or nautical sculptures and souvenirs to create a sense of recreation and travel in the interiorsPicnic tables in the backyard cocktail counters near the kitchen or bar cabinets in a quiet corner of the living room can all add a more experiential element This necessitates a mix of texture and personality such as indoor tepees and floor cushions for the picnic scene a luxurious bar cabinet and barstools for the cocktails and so on Try an improvised setup with a versatile colour palette to reflect your mood with each passing dayHit or hint with the coloursThe season like the unpredictable weather takes us up and down the extremes The colour themes too favour the extremes the delectable sorbet colours and the subtle earthen colours both of which are appropriate for the summer character If you want your space to be filled with joy and cheer try palettes that include mustard lime coral aqua or even shades of mango If you want a more calming and tranquillizing atmosphere choose olive taupe fawn and other colours that soften the tone of the interiorAvoid chaotic palettes with a mix of both characters and stick to a single choice for a more cohesive overall composition of the spaceIndoor plantsPlants are the most adaptable item to have in your home Plants not only add aesthetic value to the outdoors but they also look elegant on your window sills on your dining table near any doors on your side tables or try something big and boldIndoor plants will improve your life in both practical and aesthetic ways Indoor plants have been shown in studies to improve concentration and productivity reduce stress and boost mood making them ideal not only for your home but also for your workplace They are inexpensive and have the ability to add value to even the most mundane of roomsCurtainsHow can a curtain increase the value of your home Curtains can be used to define a room and add character to it in a variety of ways Curtains can change the feel of a room in addition to making it look nice Curtains like mirrors can create an illusion if they are placed correctly This is because like mirrors highhung drapes can draw your eye upward making the room appear taller than it is The implication is that when given the option always choose floorlength curtains for living rooms and bedrooms This will make your room appear larger and more luxurious Sheer curtains provide natural light while filtering harsh sunlight We can select from a variety of motifs and patterns to give our home an elegant and charming appearanceEarthy tonesWe are all required to spend more time indoors than ever before which has accelerated our love affair with soothing greens blues and earthy tones Even when we are indoors we want to feel connected to nature The colour palette is very close to what youd find in nature Nature has long been a source of inspiration for usThe use of stone carved bathtubs natural stones and textures and Travertine in the space adds depth soul and strengthens a connection with the natural beauty of outdoor spacesBiophilic design elements such as plants courtyard houses and clear glass add transparency and openness to the spaceCurves in spacesCurves enhance the aesthetics of a space while also making it feel safe warm and comforting Curves aid in the development of a better connection with nature resulting in a space that is naturally soothing to the eyesThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated 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