Summer Year-Round: Easy Ways to Bring the Beach to You

Summer is so close, we can almost taste the ice-cream sundaes. If you’re looking forward to the chance to immerse your home in the tranquil mood and color schemes that summer brings to mind, we have an idea for you. What about not limiting summer fun for just a few months and enjoying the best parts of the season all year long? With a little interior décor finesse, it's possible to transform your property into your very own beachside getaway, complete with seashells, light, and relaxation. While you might still have to head outside if you want to dip your toes into some sand and replenish your Vitamin D supply, the following tips will help you to add a beachy element to your abode. That way, you never have to do without the joy of a seaside vacation.

1. Start with Seaside Colors

While many colors represent the beach, including deep greens, turquoise, and sandy tones, there's one shade that stands out most of all — blue. The color blue is everywhere when you’re by the water, from the crystal-clear ocean to the vast, cloudless sky. Adding a little blue into your property with accents of green, yellow, and even coral will give you the effect you're looking for. What's more, according to color psychology, blue calls to mind feelings of serenity and calmness. Consider integrating the Lafer Kiri recliner for a dose of deep blue, combined with a soft sandy-colored blanket. Pure heaven!

2. Bring Elements of the Beach Indoors

The next time you visit your local beach, why not go foraging for a few interior accessories? Seashells and sea glass make an excellent addition to any room. For a luxurious look, store your finds in attractive glass vases. You can even fill one of these containers with the soft sand that you love so much. For those bigger seashells, consider making them statement pieces on your mantelpiece, alongside a photo of your family and friends enjoying moments at the beach. To give your mind an extra sensory boost, place your beach finds next to candles and diffusers designed to smell like sea air.

3. Brighten the Room with White and Neutrals

For an effective beach experience, you'll need plenty of coastal elements, including white or creamy-colored paint and accessories. White towels and soft fluffy throws in neutral colors can give your home the extra touch needed to conjure the beach vibes. Remember that loose, flowy fabric is often a good addition too. Linen curtains tied back with authentic rope will give you an instant seaside-worthy look. Depending on your personal taste, you can be as subtle as you like with your coastal features. The Stressless Windsor sofa in white, combined with blue and green cushions and a sand-colored rug, is an excellent place to start.

4. Embrace Natural Textures

For many, a day at the beach is all about getting back to nature. Everything from rustic pieces of driftwood to wicker baskets can make your interior décor feel truly authentic. One good option for those in search of a luxurious look is bamboo shades. They provide an appealing exotic element in a room, without making your property look too cliché. Other options include wicker baskets filled with the finds you've gathered from the beach or cozy throw blankets. You can even get crafty and transform a piece of driftwood you've found into an effective shelf if you've got the know-how.

5. Add Plenty of Light

One of the reasons that we love the beach so much is that it gives us a chance to soak up the sunshine in a way that's not always possible during the rest of the year. Take advantage of the joyous feelings of summer by removing heavy curtains and blinds from your windows and letting the sunshine in as often as possible. It's also worth investing in some unique sources of artificial light too, such as the Koncept Z Bar desk lamp. No one ever said that a beachside decorative scheme couldn't be modern! When you're looking for bulbs for your light, stick to something that can mimic natural light for the best experience.

6. Include a Touch of Luxury

Finally, when we invest in a beachside vacation, we often immerse ourselves in luxury for the entire time that we're there. Think about lounging with your feet up in the sun, your phone and emails far away and a book open on your lap. How can you give yourself that feeling of indulgence at home? When all you want to do is relax, a luxurious recliner chair imitates the feel of languishing by the water. This Himolla Crosby chair even comes in white, which would perfectly suit your coastal theme. A final suggestion: Remember to remove any clutter from your home that you no longer need. Too often, clutter can lead to stress and you’ve got no room for that in a beachside home. The staff at The Back Store would love to help you pick out some furniture items to go with your summer decorating plans. Contact us today to get started!