During these unprecedented times of social distancing and self isolation it's more important than ever to feel comfortable and relaxed in your home. The skies are blue and the spring flowers are out in force, so if you would like to bring a little of the outdoors inside then you’ve come to the right place. To give your home a spring feel, you don’t have to make drastic changes and fork out for a home renovation; there are some very quick and easy ways you can embrace the spring season. Springtime is the perfect excuse to breathe new life into your home by adding some colour, or perhaps some floral prints.
Spring clean
It's called ‘spring cleaning’ for a reason, so this is the place to start when it comes to giving your living room a fresh new look for spring. Having tidy and uncluttered living spaces is important for creating a relaxing and wellness-centred home. Start by giving your living room a deep clean, and if it doesn't smell great from the cleaning, then choose a fragrance you love to make it smell fresh. A springtime scent is perfect and makes your room feel lighter and brighter already. Tidy up your living room, do your best to get rid of things, or choose some stylish storage solutions to minimise clutter. Adding a basket or two is a great way to reduce clutter and change up your look. A lovely woven basket is a perfect accessory to store everything from throw blankets to dog toys to stuffed animals, while still looking chic and stylish.
Sprinkle in Bright Colours
Spring is a time of new life, rebirth, and renewal, so try to replicate this in your living room. The warm, dark colours were perfect for the winter, but now it's time to swap them light pastels or bright neons. Try something different and change some of your dining room chairs for new ones with a pop of colour; it'll make a big difference to your space.
Bring in fresh flowers
One of the easiest ways to update your living room is to add a bouquet of fresh flowers. Daffodils and tulips or sprigs of eucalyptus and hyacinths; there's so much choice around now. Decorating with fresh flowers is easy, and they look good in any room. From stunning centrepieces and side-table friendly vases, there's no place in your home that couldn't use a few flowers. Beautiful flowers add colour and style to your living space, and spring is the perfect time to pick up a seasonal bouquet that suits your decorating scheme.
Add Greenery
As well as flowers, adding some plants can be a lovely way to bring in the spring. It can be difficult to keep plants alive during the cold winter, and the dark nights, so you've had to get rid of a few plants recently, then start fresh for the new season and replace them with spring-friendly plants. Before you buy any plants, though, do some research and pick the right plant for your light to make sure your plants survive until next spring. There are also many more benefits than just looking good. Plants can help filter the air indoor as they absorb CO2, so as well looking beautiful, houseplants are good for your health because they eliminate harmful toxins and freshen up the air.
Paint the Room
If you've got a weekend to spare, consider repainting your living room for a quick and easy makeover. Either a fresh coat of the same colour or you could go with something different. Green is the colour of rejuvenation and rebirth and is a great choice for welcoming in a new season. A light pastel shade of green could really make all the difference.
Add patterned wallpaper
If you really want to give your living room a fresh new look, then go bold by choosing a decorative wallpaper to add interest. You could just do the one wall with something like palm prints, oversized florals, or a jungle-themed design. A bold pattern will really make a style statement.
Switch up your soft furnishings
If you want an easy upgrade, you can make in just one afternoon, then swap out throw pillows and blankets throughout the home for a quick refresh that doesn't take any effort at all. Put away those heavy throws and cable knit blankets that you were using over the winter to snuggle up in and replace them with lighter fabrics like cotton or linen. A light and airy living room with crisp neutrals can make a room feel bigger and brighter. Layering whites and pale pinks can be a lovely way to add a pop of colour while keeping your space neutral. Whether you opt for soft pink throw pillows, or you want something a little more traditional, swapping out textiles is a great way to make a room feel brand new. If you don't want to go with the lighter colours, then introduce cushions and throws in bright colours with spring-themed designs.
Swap Out Candles
If you're someone who loves to fill your home with beautiful scents and have bought gingerbread and pumpkin-scented candles for the winter, it's time to change those candles for something a little more spring-friendly. Reach for floral or citrus candles to liven up your living room in your house. Cotton scented candles can also provide a boost of freshness when you need it.
Focus on light
Spring is the season to say goodbye to dark and cozy interiors the time to fling the doors and windows open and to let in the light. You could swap your curtains for a lighter sheer fabric, decorate with a lighter paint shade, or hang a stylish, oversized mirror on the wall to make the room feel bigger and lighter.
