Home decor trends are typically brighter and bolder than their predecessors, seemingly gravitating towards vibrant colors and quirky looks meant to make a statement. This pattern usually reaches a pinnacle each summer. However, in 2019, summer home decor trends are more muted and traditional than in previous years, according to Realtor.com®. While traditional, several of the top summer decor trends also have a surprisingly modern feel, Jane Chertoff writes for Realtor.com®.
Organic Materials
With the meteoric rise of modern farmhouse decor (thanks, Joanna Gaines), rustic furniture is hardly a new addition to our home decor. But Carrie Long, founder of Carrie Long Interiors in Detroit, Mich., says this summer will see us doubling down on the natural look with pieces made from organic materials and that have unique textures.
"From rustic woodwork that leaves live edges and characterized knots exposed, to natural stone accessories that balance soft textures in a space, bringing natural elements into the home can create an organic style that provides balance, warmth, and comfort," Long says.
Whether embracing a traditional aesthetic or a more modern design, Long says organic materials can work in any space.
Outdoor Furniture That's Just as Comfortable as Indoor Furniture
"Gone are the days of uncomfortable patio furniture," Long says. "Your sofa outside should be just as comfortable as your sofa inside, so curling up with a good book or lounging while you watch the kids play is just as enjoyable outdoors as it is inside. Seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living creates a very livable space that is perfect for making the most of summer days."
Beige That's Anything But Basic
In summers past homeowners might have tried to incorporate tons of colors to brighten up spaces. But this year, you might appreciate sticking with a neutral palette—one that includes plenty of beige, explains Kate Spiro, interior designer in New York City.
You can thank the fashion world for this turn back to a traditional neutral: Khaki and beige have been popping up on runways this season, Spiro says, and that's influencing interior design colors as well.
"Beige is a beautiful color to work with, and you can easily incorporate varying tones of this color into your home to highlight its true beauty," she says. "If you build in natural materials, like linen, you get an earthier feel, or you can incorporate this color through art, objects, and vases to bring forth an elevated and inviting look."
Plus, while other colors are considered "trendy," beige is a classic choice that will last a lifetime, Spiro says.
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