Vogue: Summertime Home Decor

As spring continues, a midsummer's night draws nearer, and in just a few weeks, we'll be welcoming the longest days of the year. To prepare for the delightful days of chilled rosé and picnics, we've compiled some tips to update your home, ensuring you'll be fully ready for those enchanting summer soirées on June 21.

The key is to bring the essence of the outdoors inside. Soft palettes inspired by nature, complemented by earthy ceramics, and textured elements like thick woven rugs, create a serene oasis from the summer heat and humidity. By incorporating natural elements such as wood, rattan, and malachite accents, you'll infuse your space with an effortless summer breeziness—one that we all wish could linger well beyond Labor Day.

Decorating for Summer

Refreshing your living space for the summer doesn't require a large budget or extensive time investment. Even the tiniest adjustments, such as adding lightweight throw pillows or incorporating breezy, organic textures, can instantly infuse your home with a fresh and seasonal vibe. These subtle changes can rekindle your love for your space and make it feel rejuvenated.

As the birds chirp and nature starts to bloom, it's the perfect time to consider updating your home for the spring, according to Ami McKay, the president and principal designer of Pure Design. Recently, she had an artist apply a lime wash to her living room walls, which served as inspiration to tidy up and rearrange her furniture.

If you're unsure where to begin, don't worry. Follow these interior designer tips to keep your home feeling cool and fresh throughout the entire summer season.

Summertime Successes | 2019

Anyone who has owned a home knows that it can be a purchase based on an a high level of emotion. The Kitsap Peninsula is experiencing an surprisingly low inventory this summer, which means it is the perfect time to list your home. Low inventory in your area not only often results in fewer days spent on the market, it also favors increasing home prices - making this a seller’s market.

Sinclair Inlet Waterfront

4 Beds, 1.75 Baths, 3,926sf | Sold at $530,000
Represented Seller

Fern Street Townhouse

3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1,344sf | Sold at $305,000
Represented Seller

Country Living

3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1,574sf | Sold at $495,000
Represented Seller

Hood Canal Waterfront

3 Beds, 2.75 Baths, 2,312sf | Sold at $691,000
Represented Seller

Shoreview Drive

3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,540sf | Sold at $326,000
Represented Seller

Rolling Bay Gardens

4 Beds, 2.75 Baths, 3,398sf | Sold at $839,000
Represented Seller

Northwest Mystic Court

3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1,752sf | Sold at $399,950
Represented Buyer

Hidden Heights

3 Beds, 3.5 Baths, 2,804sf | Sold at $715,000
Represented Buyer

If you have considered selling your home, now is the time to embrace the last few lazy days of summer. I would love the opportunity to discuss options for your home sale and provide a personalized market analysis.