Once summer heats up and smooths into the lovely light of late summer, have you thought how your living room might adapt? How can changing a few things add energy to your home and still make it feel cozy and clean? Here, I will introduce you to practical, fashionable and appropriate ways to decorate your living room for late summer. Changing your furniture, colors or including natural textures are easy ways to freshen up your space without major changes.
Refresh Your Space With Light Textiles
Switching the heavier fabrics in your living room with lighter and more breathable ones can help change the space as late summer arrives. I tend to suggest using soft linen, light cotton or bamboo as they breathe yet keep your bedroom cozy. The openness and sunlight of summer come from the fact that light fabric allows air to pass through, reflecting more brightness and sunlight.
Start with your sofa—replacing dark or heavy slipcovers with soft, neutral tones like cream, sand, or even soft sage can immediately change the room’s mood. I find thin throws and changing my velvet cushions to lighter cotton or gauze ones are nice in the spring. These items are simple to combine, so your living room looks different with each season.
Putting a gauze white throw over a beige couch and adding linen accent pillows always opens up the space in my room. Airy curtains and fabric furnishings were highlighted by Apartment Therapy as making small living spaces look and feel much larger, especially at this time of year when soft evening light is easier to find.
You could use floor length gauze panels to give more softness and put a linen slipcover on your armchair to make everything blend nicely. Doing this would complete the mix of furniture and decor.
Add Breezy Curtains To Let Summer In
It isn’t appropriate to block the warm and golden sunlight coming inside during late summer using heavy curtains. I usually suggest putting up airy curtains instead of heavy drapes to help filter light and provide privacy. In this situation, the open curtain helps in softening the sun’s light which makes the living room seem both airy and bright.
Try using sheer white or ivory curtain panels that cover the floor. Using blush and seafoam colored linen curtains allows some color to be visible in the space without making everything look busy. Hanging your curtains from bamboo or minimal design metal curtain rods makes the room both clean and modern.
In my opinion, putting up these type of curtains can make a big difference to the feel of the room. As the windows are opened, the curtains become animated, giving the room extra peace and movement. As Elle Decor reports, letting sunlight in through light draperies evokes the feeling of a late summer place, no matter the season.
Wind some twine or woven rope around the tops of your candle stick history to make some basic tie-backs and keep the decorations matching the season. Placing a small accent chair near the window would help the room feel like a nice place to read.
Layer Throw Pillows In Soft Seasonal Shades
Many people overlook the strong influence that throw pillows have on the look of a room. I see ottomans as the stylish but key accessories in your living room. To keep the space sunny as the season changes, choose pillows in soft ochre, dusty rose, light terracotta and pale olive.
I usually tell people to use at least three and not more than five pillows in different styles and textures. Try to have a couple of plain colors along with one or two shirts that have light stripes or abstract prints on them. This gives interest to the painting without making it too bold. Choose cottons and linen as they are light and breathable to go with the seasonal look for your living room.
A trick I use is to choose white or beige for the base and let the pillows’ colors stand out. Talking to designers at House Beautiful shows that using many shades helps make late summer a smooth change of season.
Another way to improve this style is to include a pouf or an ottoman in a similar fabric or color. It would result in a coherent room that looks great and serves a purpose.
Bring Nature Indoors With Late Summer Florals
Hydrangeas, dahlias, goldenrods and cosmos are typical flowers that bloom during late summer. Including these indoor plants in the living room will help your space feel like nature is close by. Usually, I use fresh flowers in either simple glass or ceramic vases set on coffee tables, mantels or shelves.
How much you eat at dinner doesn’t have to be extreme. One big design for the coffee table and a matching smaller piece on the sideboard may be enough. Yellow and white dried flowers are also a favorite because they last and work well with natural-looking interiors.
I’ve put a dried goldenrod bouquet in a tan clay vase beside a rattan chair to catch the tranquility of the end of summer. Architectural Digest frequently suggests including florals that match the current season, doing so carefully so as not to change the room’s main look.
Can you see what is not included? You could add a botanical-themed print or two to add flowers without it looking like a living garden. Blending this with neutral walls and earthy colors would look beautiful.
Swap Rugs For Natural Fiber Alternatives
Changing heavy wool rugs with natural fiber ones, for instance, jute, seagrass or sisal, can make a big difference and bring life to the living room. These fabrics let air through, hold up well over time and give off a relaxed feeling which is perfect for fall.
Pick up rugs in light shades of beige, taupe or striped patterns that remind you of the sandy and earthy colors of late summer. Laying a little natural rug over a barefoot cotton rug adds a nice touch and more interest to the room without feeling bogged down.
This works in my setting since I have a round jute rug below a rustic wooden coffee table—it holds the room nicely without making it feel heavy. As reported by HGTV, people often pick natural rugs for spring and summer because they keep the space cooler and are simple to take care of.
Complete the design by putting the rug with wooden or cane furniture. An additional smaller sheepskin throw rug in light colors might make the area more comfortable to walk on.
Update Lighting With Warm Ambient Fixtures
Natural daylight hours begin to decrease when autumn arrives. Replacing your lighting can have a big impact on how cozy and relaxed your late summer living room is. Aim to bring in soft, ambient lights with yellow or orange bulbs in table lamps, floor lamps and wall sconces, if there’s space.
Chose wood, rattan or soft brass or gold materials for your fixtures to continue the natural and seasonal feel. I prefer to have lampshades made of neutral linen or cotton which gently diffuse light and make the room cozy.
By hanging a rattan pendant and pointing a dimmable brass floor lamp toward the seating area, the whole room looked better right away. When natural light goes away in the evening, Warm LED lights create a cozy mood recommended by Better Homes & Gardens.
Another suggestion is to include dimmable lights or a smart system to help set and change the brightness according to the time of day. This gives the atmosphere a comfortable flexibility for late summer evenings.
Create A Coastal Vibe With Nautical Accents
Using seafaring touches in your living room can elegantly and discretely represent late summer for those who enjoy the ocean. Often, I go for this theme in my interior styling using worn out wood, stripes and ropes in blues, whites and tans.
Try adding a picture of the ocean in a frame, an ocean-themed throw or a tray full of shells and coral pieces on your coffee table. Placing light driftwood accessories or a pale blue glass vase helps bring in a feeling of the ocean.
In creating my room, I chose a soft blue and beige scheme, included eco-friendly materials and put in some nautical decor here and there. Many people struggle to stay subtle with themes like these. Coastal Living usually mentions that having seaside elements is better for coastal interiors than going for an exact look.
To finically, pick a pillow made with sailcloth material or a little navy ottoman. They contribute to the coast-themed room but don’t take over.
Use Woven Materials For A Relaxed Feel
Bringing in woven materials is one way I enjoy softening, warming and adding tactile details to a late summer living room makeover. Artwork with natural textures makes the area feel down-to-earth and visualises the lightness. Whether you’re redecorating a coastal home or updating a modern apartment, woven pieces effortlessly straddle function and aesthetic comfort.
One of the first places I add is a huge woven basket holding extra throws or magazines. After that, I add accessories from nature such as a Thai side table, some wicker armchairs or a jute pouf. They go wonderfully with light woods and linen materials. A light woven tray on your coffee table can add the perfect touch and keep to the late summer style.
In lots of my design projects, I incorporate woven materials, especially while dealing with seasonal changes. According to Domino Magazine, making a neutral room more interesting means adding textured woven decor and this avoids a cluttered look.
Let’s say this section is too general—you could try wall art that is woven or bring in a console table with a caned front. They work well in all sorts of interiors because they not only structure and decorate, but also make your furniture and decorations look better together.
Mix Earthy Tones For A Natural Palette
Spending your late summer wearing earthy colors is the best way to hold off for another week or two before wearing fall shades. Thanks to this color palette—burnt sienna, terracotta, ochre, clay and moss green—the space stays grounded but also remains inviting. Such tones go well with the nature that remains towards the end of the season.
I tend to suggest you use these shades in your home by choosing throw pillows, area rugs and pottery. Updating a beige sofa with a cushion in a clay color can look stylish in a simple way, as can putting dried flowers in a terracotta vase. Using wood, stone and jute along with these accents brings the space together.
In my home, I put an ochre rug with a side chair in sage green and I have warm clay planters on the windowsill. Speaking with Veranda magazine, designers say that this blend of warm tones helps mirror nature’s colors and brings a comfortable elegance to the room.
For the last touch, you might add a textured wall tapestry in a soft earthy color or paint one of your walls in a nice, neutral clay color. They are not big renovations, but they give an easy way to see better results.
Style Your Coffee Table With Seasonal Décor
Coffee tables often draw attention and adding some seasonal décor in late summer is especially appealing. I usually get rid of any mess, then I bring in items that suit the season such as dried flowers, small ceramic dishes, woven place mats and books with warm colors.
Try to select wood or terracotta as your centerpiece materials. Placing a low ceramic bowl full of decorative moss or pebbles will give the table a grounded appearance. Layering texture is simple with a light linen runner or a small jute mat put under the rug.
When I style the coffee table with intention, the whole living room looks more joined together. Real Simple suggests that putting objects in threes at varying levels makes a display look balanced. I find this strategy is convenient and truly successful.
To improve this setup, consider adding a scent element like a soy candle in a summer-inspired fragrance (e.g., fig or citrus). It helps make the area feel special and gives more attention to seasonal senses.
Incorporate Rattan And Cane Furniture Pieces
Adding rattan or cane furniture to the living room is common for people trying to bring a light and informal mood into their space during any season. They let air circulate, come from nature and do not fade even in hot or cool weather which is great for designing in late summer.
Often suggest having a seat made of cane-back or choose something simple like a rattan bench for your first purchase. If you’re feeling bolder, a rattan sideboard or cane-front media console can make a beautiful statement. They match best with colors such as white, brown and grey.
A simple rattan stool took the place of our clunky side table and the room looked and felt much lighter. As Elle Decor reports, design experts say cane brings charm to any room and lightens up spaces, so it is popular in summer homes.
A more harmonious appearance is achieved by pairing cane and rattan with cotton upholstered pieces, comfortable throws and terracotta containers. Another idea is to use cane trays or shelves to bring that texture to every room.
Add Late Blooming Plants To Your Living Room
My living room makeovers continue to feature plants which continue to thrive as the early summer fades. Adding anthuriums, peace lilies or kalanchoes gives a room life, color and movement but doesn’t make it seem crowded.
Add one or two potted plants standing in woven baskets or ceramic pots on the floor and a small plant or two on shelves or side tables. A sprinkling of plants is enough to stylishly say goodbye to summer while heralding fall. Pick plants that can tolerate moderately low light if the natural sunlight is going down.
My coffee table has a snake plant and a blooming begonia which work well together because the snake plant is tall and the begonia is soft. Plants are often mentioned in Better Homes & Gardens as both attractive and air-purifying which makes them a stable choice.
For those who are not so good at gardening, fake plants now look very lifelike. Mixing in a few high-end drinks with real ones can still give you a nice refreshing taste.
Replace Heavy Drapes With Sheer Panels
Having heavy drapes in a room usually makes it colder and darker which is why we try to avoid it in late summer. The first step I take is to install transparent panels that allow sunlight in and give privacy.
Go for light, neutral or pale-colored materials such as white, cream, blush or light gray. Putting two thin panels next to one another on each side of the window adds depth. Pick simple and not too noticeable hardware; golden-finished or matte black rods will fit nicely.
I have found that using sheer curtains changes the way light moves around in every room I design. They help reduce brightness and add moving patterns as they swing with the wind. As recommended by Southern Living, choosing window treatments that “glow” in the light is a perfect solution for transitional months.
Longer blinds that come just above the floor or bringing in natural materials behind the panels, are ways to make your curtain seem more polished and balanced.
Introduce Warm Metallic Touches
Things like brass, bronze or aged gold are some of my favorite ways to unite the light feel of summer with the warmth of autumn. The sunset-like colors let natural light shine and make the living room look quietly beautiful.
To get things going, you can use small things like picture frames, candleholders or a metal mirror frame. When you’re happy with the base, try including a floor lamp with gold accents or a coffee table with brass as its legs. A more subtle shine is more classy, so choose matte or brushed finishes.
In the projects I’ve worked on, introducing a bit of metallic can boost the whole look of a room. Per Architectural Digest, it is best to add metals in small doses so they still allow light to shine through.
What could be left out in this analysis? Mixing warm metallics with soft, uneven fabrics such as linen or natural wood is a good idea. Thanks to this, the balance stays calm and prevents the metallics from appearing very sharp or dressy.
Decorate With Citrus-Hued Accessories
One of the things I like to do at the end of summer is bring in accessories that have a citrus touch. Lemon yellow, grapefruit pink and tangerine can bring life to a space that looks a little dull after the hot summer sun. They look nice when put with neutral colors and make the summer vibe stronger yet more vibrant which suits the mood of August and September.
I usually include these colors by placing throw pillows, vases or artwork with bright blocks on the furniture. Simply putting a bright throw over a white sofa or having an orange side table beside a wicker chair can instantly brighten the room. Often, using such elements helps the living room design benefit from natural light.
Personally, I have found that using citrus light handily makes these accents last through the decades. Besides, Elle Decor advises using color in special ways to improve transitional spaces which I think makes sense. The purpose is to enhance the warm atmosphere, not overwhelm the guests.
To make the colors stand out further, you could place a citrus-coloured rug or use glassware and candle holders in citrus tones to underline the color theme subtly.
Swap Art For Nature-Inspired Prints
In late summer, I often want to add touch of nature to my home by picking interior pieces that feature natural prints. Examples could be drawings of plants, paintings of scenery or pictures capturing meadows, forests or scenes by the sea. Thanks to these changes, the scene feels genuine yet cheerful and reflect the season as it moves forward.
I often change out a lot of heavy art for things that involve leaves, flowers or natural-looking items. You can frame these prints quite well with plain, simple bamboo or light wood frames. Light-hued or white furniture goes well with these drapes, allowing the space to feel cool and light.
I believe this style is not only fashionable but also gives a soothing emotional experience. I’ve seen interior designers at House Beautiful echo this sentiment, especially when transitioning into autumn while retaining summer’s lightness.
Adding some decor pieces such as driftwood sculptures or ceramic leaf trays on the coffee table, would really polish the space and give it a cohesive feel.
Use Lightweight Throws For Cozy Evenings
Now that it gets chilly in the evenings, I think adding lightweight throws of cotton or linen is very important to refreshing my living room. It includes both softness and usability, while still feeling a bit wintry. This is especially useful if you’re not ready to switch to heavier fall textiles just yet.
My favorite way to decorate these throws is to put them over chairs and sofas in neutral tones. Places with charming late summer interiors often match lean toward pastel shades like gray, green or coral. Using woven cushions or pillows with a soft pattern, these throws merge for that calm, end-of-summer vibe.
In my opinion, this kind of update is very straightforward and doesn’t cost much. Layering with light textiles gives the room color and comfort which is great for any transitional style, Architectural Digest suggests.
This would allow the room to have a better flow and to welcome the upcoming changing season.
Declutter To Open Up The Room
It’s a good idea to declutter during late summer, giving a mini refresh before fall starts. I eliminate anything I don’t enjoy or don’t need and I keep only things that are useful or things I value. It helps to clean up the house and also helps you feel mentally clear.
I begin by clearing out side tables and shelves by removing books I don’t need, unwanted vases and things that just don’t work with the season. I switch out bulky things and leave more open surfaces in the room when I’m cleaning for guests. We want to achieve an atmosphere that is simple and simple to breathe in.
In what I have seen at work, decluttering is very effective for making home changes. Designers on Apartment Therapy like pointing out how changing a room can affect its mood without costing anything. Once I organize and clear out my stuff, what I keep seems more valuable and looks better where it is.
Finish this area by placing one massive bowl or step tray with nicely sorted items like stones or heraldic fruits in it. It neatly tailors a room, but not at the cost of making it cluttered.
Display Late Summer Fruits As Decor
I have started using late summer fruits for decorating my living room in recent times. Pretty bowls of peaches, figs or grapes give your home a colorful scent. It’s a stylish, short-lived part of the design that links the room to the season.
I normally show them off in bowls on coffee tables or console surfaces. The organically shaped and colorful pillows look good with soft linens and neutral-toned living room furniture. They look good when matched with different styles of living room furniture.
I think it’s a fun method to use natural materials rather than lots of fake ones. Summer entertaining tips from Food & Wine once brought attention to this idea, but it just as easily works for staging homes any time of the year.
If you want to improve this style, putting a walnut or oak cutting board or tray beneath the fruit bowl will make the look more attractive and provide another textural touch.
Create A Calm Mood With Neutrals And Blues
A good update for late summer is to choose mainly soft, neutral colors and cool blues. The combination creates a calm mood, suggesting the season is ending but also keeps things bright and refreshing.
My style is to use pale beige or warm white walls and then add muted blue through various things like cushions, vases and pictures on the walls. An old blue armchair goes nicely with fair-colored wooden side tables. Mixing blues and neutrals makes jute rugs and cane baskets stand out gently in any area.
Based on my personal experience, these colors can really make a room feel cooler after summer has been very hot. Real Simple designers sometimes advise having a gray and white color scheme when homeowners seek a quiet and restful space and that makes total sense to me.
Adding some light linens or a pretty blue throw will help the scheme flow through the entire room more clearly.
Add A Pop Of Coral Or Terracotta
Once summer is ending and autumn is starting, I like to highlight my home with coral or terracotta accent colors to ease the change to fall looks. They are lively earthy colors that remind us the season is shifting, evening though they appear summery.
You can introduce warm colors with accessories too, for example, an orange accent chair, a lamp in coral or a pillow made from a chunky knit that matches. They look especially nice when teamed with neutral surfaces and complement wood furnishings in a room.
I like this style as it’s a stylish, mature way to get through the transition between weather seasons. Better Homes & Gardens suggests terracotta for a grounding touch which is why I think it makes a space look cozy without being cluttered.
You might also set up an accent wall or hang an abstract print in a warm-toned color to serve as a spot to catch the eye.
Reposition Furniture For A Fresh Layout
Simply moving the furniture around is often a simple and smart way to do a late summer living room remodel. Changing the layout just a bit allows me to give a fresh look to my home without spending. To begin, I figure out where the sun is coming from and position the seating to catch as much sunlight as possible which is truly lovely at late-summer afternoons.
I find that rearranging furniture away from the wall or pointing the chairs at each other produces a more comfortable and homey setting. Switching the spots of a media console and accent chairs or moving an armchair and table by a window, can change how the room feels and flows. I change the position of the rugs or the coffee table to fit the newly designed room.
HGTV experts often state that the first step in freshening up a room should be to have a new look at its layout. It has helped me see that when I change my home every season, the extra traffic doesn’t bother me so much and I can mentally restart my decorating process.
Finish the space by putting in a small bench or ottoman or by placing a tall plant in a corner to make the layout complete.
Update Shelf Styling With Seasonal Touches
Putting some different books on your shelves makes the seasonal change clear. Every time I do my late summer shelf update, I trade my summer-colored pieces for things that suggest the upcoming season, but not fully fall decor. Usually, it features warm metals, wooden details, ceramic vessels and fabrics in light colors.
I enjoy putting books with earthy cover on display with stacks of linen-covered containers or little terracotta items around them. My favorite artwork is framed and set in wooden frames and I also display a few decorative bowls or woven baskets. Mixing the lightness and darkness, heights and textures allows me to create balance so that my compositions are not crowded or cluttered.
Many designers from Studio McGee explain that decorating shelves can make a room feel refreshed in every season. I’ve adopted this method for years, and it never fails to make the space feel curated and timely. The best part is that. You can use the same items many times, just by mixing them in unique ways as needed.
Lacking in this arrangement is usually soft lighting. Adding a little shelf light or LED puck light inside the bookcase changes the entire look and makes it looked planned all the time.
Brighten Up With Reflective Surfaces
The impressive rich light in late summer always inspires me to stay indoors all day. Adding reflective materials is one thing I’m sure helps in the living room. This covers mirrors, decorations made of glass and glossy ceramic touches that send light everywhere, making the space brighter.
I normally place a mirror opposite a window to reflect more natural light into the room. Using glass coffee tables, glittery trays and shiny vases is a great way to create light reflections all over the room. Balancing with matte and woven textiles prevents the area from seeming too shiny or chilly.
According to experts from Martha Stewart Living, mirrors have both practical and design benefits which I support. The extra light they bring can really brighten up small or less lit living rooms.
My suggestion is to add mirrored photo frames or metallic ones as well as some glass candle holders to the shelves, as they will reflect light as well as give a warm glow in the evening.
Use Wicker Baskets For Stylish Storage
I really like having things that are both useful and fashionable and wicker baskets are my usual pick for decorating and organizing in the late summer. They bring texture, a cozy feel and usefulness together. Whether it’s storing extra throws, magazines, or kids’ toys, baskets keep the living room tidy while blending seamlessly with seasonal design elements.
My favorite baskets are square or low round ones with handles so they slide by benches or under sofas. Both bright and neutral decor settings complement the colors honey and ash. When I want something more structured, I go for baskets with lids which keep my stuff organized and hidden.
Better Homes & Gardens consistently features wicker as a must-have decor material, and I couldn’t agree more. The airy, summery style of this look is very welcome in late summer, combined with linens and cottons.
To round out this section, a small wall-mounted basket for remotes or mail can be a clever addition without compromising the room’s aesthetic.
Include Seaside Scents With Candles Or Diffusers
Sometimes a room’s transformation isn’t just visual—it’s sensory. Putting on seaside scented candles or using diffusers is one of my top ways to achieve a late summer refresh in the living room. They subtly bring memories of the beach, the sea breeze and summer sunshine into your home as the evenings get cooler.
I tend to use candles in plain ceramic or glass jars and put them on coffee tables or sideboards. Driftwood, coconut, salt spray and sea lavender scents bring in a sense of luxury. You can try using reed diffusers and styling them in woven trays or atop piles of books can add texture.
Wearing a good perfume makes a huge difference. I once saw in Elle Decor how much impact fragrance can have in interiors and that taught me to always include it now. Not only does it make the atmosphere better, but it also makes guests remember the restaurant longer.
A further improvement would be to add a tiny match holder or candle snuffer, so the scent station looks both useful and well designed.
Introduce Soft Green Accents For Freshness
Green is associated with new beginnings and small hints of green allow me to look summery but not feel like spring. Adding a bit of sage, olive and eucalyptus green makes the space more cheerful and still very earthy.
I have the color in play with green cushions, ceramic planters and not to mention soft green throw blankets. Putting a print or a rug in the same shade can highlight the color more clearly. Their colors match nicely with white, light wood and pale beige, so they fit great as the seasons change.
Experts in interior design at Domino usually recommend sage green because it can complement many modern interior designs without dominating the room. Whenever I want a bright, open style, I use this color.
Another suggestion is to include dried or faux eucalyptus in a stone vase so the tone is there without much extra effort.
Embrace Minimalism For A Serene Look
When summer is coming to an end, I want less clutter and more peace; and this is when I start taking inspiration from minimalism. A simple layout, a few select items and open areas help make the room look calmer and ready to last through the seasons.
My style begins with going for a simple color scheme in white, sand and light gray and focusing on textures more than patterns. A single quality sofa, one sculptural coffee table, and a few carefully chosen accessories (like a linen throw and a ceramic vase) create a space that feels both curated and calming.
According to professionals on The Spruce, limiting decoration is very important for a mentally relaxing home. It chimes with me because I find myself more mentally comfortable in spaces that are not too complex.
A minimalist design can be made warmer by including just one sculptural lamp or a curved accent chair.
Bring In Textural Layers Like Linen And Cotton
Bringing in some textures is one of the simplest and most direct ways to refresh your late summer living room. I often exchange light throws and pillows for natural ones like linen and cotton which are better at adjusting to different temperatures. Having dimension like this is attractive and makes it easier to handle changing seasons in the room.
Usually, I put a cotton sofa cover on and place 2 linen throws in beige, clay or muted sage around it. Having a linen blanket draped casually on the accent chair adds texture and you can finish the area with a low-pile, cotton-made rug. Having these textures around helps you relax and still leaves the area feeling fresh and up-to-date.
Just by throwing a cream cotton throw on a woven rattan armchair in my living room, the room felt more interesting. As Nate Berkus put it in Architectural Digest: “Having texture around is what makes any space both stylish and cozy.” I completely agree about the way summer-to-fall design changes.
Try putting in cotton gauze curtains and a soft linen pouf for the finishing touches. This makes the area look more appealing and cozier too.
Use Pastel Colors To Transition Into Fall
You don’t need to choose pumpkin and earth colors to move your summer look into early fall. I choose to make the walls lighter by layering soft, pastel colors which help the room look and feel appropriate for any season. Light pinks, pale purple, porcelain coral and light blue suit the room nicely.
In most cases, I start by choosing pillows in soft pastel and mix them with vases in either blush or butter yellow which I put on the console table. Using these tones in calming abstract styles keeps everything together. In places big enough for contrast, a soft-hued accent chair can change things up for the season.
Pastel colors often give a subtle and refined touch. Many times, clients are surprised to see that adding these hues brightens up their neutral-toned living rooms. Elle Decor reports that pastels work well to offset the brightness of summer sun with the simple comfort we want in the fall.
One thing left out here would be a pastel-colored rug or framed artwork that matches the updated color scheme. It holds the room together and adds to the new seasonal theme.
Add Subtle Pattern Mixes To Energize The Space
Late summer seems to be when I especially want to use subtle patterns in the living room. With this method, you build interest gradually which is important during times of seasonal changes. It brings movement and warmth which is perfect when the weather isn’t quite at the next extreme.
Pick micro florals, soft checks or elegant pinstripes as the first throw pillow style. These should be placed on top of an area rug featuring a large-scale pattern such as something tribal in soft, neutral shades. Simple prints such as fine geometric or delicate botanical patterns, work well for curtains and do not take attention away from other aspects in the room.
Using this blend gives a sense of fine and easy style. The project I finished in August last year had an ivory sofa decorated with chevron and floral pillows and a frayed Persian rug. Everything looked carefully put together, instead of looking cluttered. Emily Henderson usually explains that mixing patterns focuses on differences in hue and scale, not just using anything at random.
A nice touch for this section is to put patterned ceramic vases on your coffee table or shelf. Because of these small touches, the overall design is consistent with the theme.
Celebrate The End Of Summer With A Cozy Reading Nook
Making a comfy place to read is how I say goodbye to summer. It creates a cozy spot in your living room and helps you take it easy and take care of yourself which feels just right for the upcoming weeks.
Whenever I start reading, I prefer to do it in a soft and comfortable armchair, close by a window or a light. Place a plush pillow, a textured throw blanket and a small side table in the space for your recent book. A soft light source such as a floor lamp with a linen covering, can ensure the room stays relaxed. A rug covered in textured fibers or a sheepskin feels great under your feet.
I still remember making a reading zone in a bay window by including floating shelves for books and a comfy velvet chair. In Better Homes & Gardens, this type of nook is shown to make your home both more comfortable and stylish.
If you want to add something here, a woven magazine basket or bookshelf that mounts to the wall might be nice. Little extras can improve how useful and pleasant a space looks.
When the summer comes to an end, minor updates can help your living room look great and be prepared for the next season. Whether you’re layering textures, softening your palette, or adding cozy nooks, these makeover ideas are all about comfort and style. What do you like to do at this time of year or have any late summer news? Drop a comment below—I’d love to hear how you’re transforming your space.
