9 Tips To Make Your Home Summer Ready From Luxe Builders Bennet & Bernard

Spring and summer are all about keeping things light and cool. So, pick white, cream, or sand textiles that will reflect light. Make sure your bedding, too, has these colours so that it feels more airy, as dark colours tend to make the entire set-up heavy. Macrame is a good way to add white to the walls! 

Nothing like a fresh bowl of oranges in an earthy, wooden bowl. Apart from adding colour to the table, citrus fruits can do wonders to make a room look and feel bright and summery. And if you are not into real fruits, then just go for bringing fruity prints when it comes to home decor.

No need to entirely eliminate the lamp shade if it’s a dark colour, but definitely swap it out for a sunny one. To make the corner or table fresher, add on an easy-going bouquet of flowers displayed in a pitcher or better still a white or transparent vase. 

A rug and curtains in bright, bold patterns give the kitchen a vibrant summer feel. Think floral, graphic prints that complete the look. Anything botanical really does add that spring element to the space. 

Linen is your best friend when the temperatures soar. So, snap up a few linen bed sheets to tide you through spring and summer. They are breathable and soft, so not only do they keep you cool, but are milder on your skin too. 

Here's our pick of brand to get the best linen bedsheets from.

Floral cushion, botanical wallpaper, real flowers, planters and floral wall art. Those are what you need this spring-summer. And don’t make it seem too formal. Just get fresh flowers, of different kinds, and put it in a glass bottle, or simple vase. Or just put out one cushion cover that is bright and botanical so your home looks inspired by spring but not like a flower itself!

Summer-inspired, fresh and light scents for home fragrances will immediately transport you out of the city and into the countryside. Of course you’ll need to close your eyes and pretend a bit. Some of the notes to zero in on are ocean breeze, citrus ones of all kinds, anything fruity (especially pineapple) and tropical. Plus, lemongrass which is now an all-year favourite! 

LBB Pick: This EKAM candle, lemongrass scented of course, comes with three wicks and is a tried-and-tested option. Its fragrance is subtle and the candle lasts really long!

Brighten up dark corners with low light plants like Pothos Nerve plant, Calathea, ZZ plants. Those will immediately add an element of surprise to anyone expecting them to only be in a balcony. Plus, you can always add a flower vase beside it to make an indoor garden. Pick up plants and matching planters here. Or get plenty of planters for under INR 499 here. Looking for ceramic planters? Check out these ones that work indoors and outdoors too!

Whether you plan on spending entire days reading in the summer sun, or just having a few barbecues, or you love the balmy evenings so you unwind in the outdoors, you cannot have enough outdoor and comfortable furniture. Hammocks, cane furniture, light chairs you can move about, and of course, parasols will be crucial for enjoying time outside, but in the shade. 

While you can easily shop for stuff off Amazon, don’t. Check out these brands that do garden and outdoor furniture really well. Sirohi is another go-to for outdoor furniture that is chic, handwoven and unique. 

For more inspiration, here's how to make our patio look straight off Pinterest.