Get Your House Ready for Spring: A Designer’s Guide
As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, it’s time to refresh your home for spring! This season is all about light, renewal, and embracing a fresh start. Here’s how to get your home looking its best and feeling more inviting than ever.
1. Declutter & Deep Clean
Spring is the perfect excuse to tackle that clutter and give your home a thorough deep clean.
Declutter: Go room by room and remove anything that no longer serves you. Donate, sell, or recycle items that create unnecessary visual noise.
Deep clean: Wash windows, clean upholstery, dust high and low, and give floors a deep refresh. A clean space immediately feels lighter and more welcoming.
It’s also a good time to make a list of needed repairs. Winter can be harsh on your home, often leaving behind a trail of necessary repairs.
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2. Refresh Your Color Palette
Spring is synonymous with soft, airy hues. Consider swapping out heavy winter tones for lighter, brighter colors.
Textiles: Replace dark throw pillows, blankets, and drapes with pastels or fresh neutrals.
Accessories: To evoke a sense of renewal, incorporate vases, candles, and decorative pieces in shades of soft greens, blues, and warm whites.
3. Bring in Natural Elements
Embrace the outdoors by adding natural textures and greenery.
Fresh flowers: Tulips, daffodils, and cherry blossoms add instant seasonal charm.
Houseplants: Consider low-maintenance plants like peace lilies or ferns to purify the air and bring life into your space.
Woven baskets & wooden accents: These details add warmth and an organic feel.
4. Lighten Up Your Fabrics
Heavy fabrics like velvet and wool can make a space feel too cozy for spring.
Swap out winter bedding for lighter cotton or linen sheets.
Trade thick, dark rugs for woven or natural-fiber options.
Opt for sheer curtains to let in more natural light.
5. Update Your Outdoor Spaces
Spring means it’s time to start enjoying the outdoors again.
Clean & refresh: Sweep patios, wipe down furniture, and refresh any outdoor cushions.
Add pops of color: Bright planters, floral arrangements, or a new outdoor rug can instantly liven up a space.
Create a cozy nook: Arrange comfortable seating to make your patio or balcony more inviting for morning coffee or evening relaxation.
Personal note: As my kids are older, I plan to remove the trampoline and incorporate a firepit in my backyard for this season. Outdoor fire pits are the ultimate cozy addition to any outdoor space. Nothing says “relaxation” quite like the warm glow of a fire in your backyard, right?
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6. Swap Out Scents
Fragrance plays a key role in how a home feels.
Ditch heavy, spicy winter scents for light florals, citrus, or fresh linen.
Use candles, diffusers, or fresh-cut flowers to subtly introduce a new seasonal aroma.
7. Refresh Your Entryway
Your entry sets the tone for your entire home—make it feel like spring as soon as you walk in!
Add a fresh doormat and a vase of seasonal flowers.
Swap out heavy winter coats and boots for lighter jackets and stylish storage baskets.
Keep the space clean and uncluttered for a welcoming first impression.
8. Rethink Your Layout
Sometimes, a simple rearrangement can breathe new life into a space.
Open up the flow of your rooms by moving furniture slightly to create more openness.
Try a new focal point by shifting a statement piece or repositioning décor.
Embrace symmetry and balance for a harmonious feel.
Ready to Elevate Your Spring Refresh?
If you want a home that feels effortlessly beautiful, fresh, and tailored for you this season, I can help! Let’s create a space that looks cohesive, finished, and welcoming—so you can enjoy spring to the fullest. Contact me to bring your vision to life!
