Decorating for Summer: Easy, Breezy Summer Interior Decor Ideas That Actually Feel Chic
Summer: the season of sunshine, long days, and iced everything. Whether you're daydreaming of margaritas on the patio or trying to convince your kids not to eat popsicles on the sofa, it's the perfect time to refresh your interiors with a little summer style magic.
And no, we don’t mean flipping your living room into a Jimmy Buffett tribute. You can embrace summer interior decor in a way that feels fresh, elevated, and totally Lark-approved—with zero flamingo inflatables required.
Here are our favorite (and actually do-able) ways to refresh your home and keep things light, bright, and beautifully breezy all season long.
1. Edit Like It’s 90 Degrees Inside ✏️
If summer has a design mantra, it’s less is more. Heavy throws, dark velvet pillows, and thick wool rugs? We love them in November. But now? It’s time to let them hibernate.
Stash away the cozy layers and let your home breathe. Think of this as the interior version of swapping your boots for sandals—you’re not reinventing, you’re just dressing for the weather.
💡 Lark Tip: Clear a few surfaces, swap in lighter linens, and let your accessories take a little summer vacation. Your home will instantly feel more relaxed (and so will you).
2. Embrace a Lighter, Brighter Palette 🍋
Decorating for summer isn’t about painting everything turquoise—it’s about letting natural light and soft neutrals do the heavy lifting. Creams, warm whites, sunwashed taupes, and sandy blushes? Yes, please.
That said, a little color never hurt anyone. Add a playful pop with a citrusy print pillow, a sage green vase, or a pale sky blue accent chair (extra points if it feels like it belongs in a coastal Italian villa).
💡 Lark Tip: Looking to repaint? Check out our guide to the Top Paint Colors for Dallas Homes in 2025—so many perfect year-around neutrals and colors.
3. Refresh with Textures That Feel Like a Getaway ✈️
Wicker, rattan, linen, cane—summer loves a little texture. Swap your heavy coffee table accessories for ceramic vases, woven trays, or even a vintage shell dish that looks like it came from your favorite boutique hotel in Tulum.
Lightweight curtains or Roman shades in natural fibers can also instantly lighten a room (and help tame that harsh Texas sunlight).
💡 Lark Tip: If you’re leaning into the summer feel, check out some of the vintage finds we score at Round Top—they’re always full of warm-weather personality.
4. Bring the Outdoors In (Without the Pollen)
Summer is all about that indoor-outdoor flow, but let’s be honest—we’d like to enjoy it with AC and no mosquitos. The solution? Decor that blurs the line between inside and out.
🪴 Bring in fresh greenery (think big leafy plants like monstera or birds of paradise)
🪴 Display seasonal produce in oversized ceramic bowls
🪴 Incorporate natural stone, driftwood, or sea glass for subtle summery touches
💡 Lark Tip: Even a single oversized palm frond in a sculptural vase can feel like a vacation in your entryway.
5. Don’t Forget the Scent (Summer Has a Vibe) 🍊
Summer isn’t just a look—it’s a mood. And nothing sets that mood faster than scent. Swap your cozy winter candles for something citrusy, herbal, or ocean-inspired. Think:
Lemon verbena
Sea salt & sage
Grapefruit & mint
Your house will smell like a spa retreat.
6. Style Your Outdoor Spaces Like They're Rooms 🏡
Summer is the season for living outdoors—so treat your patio or porch like it deserves more than a lonely folding chair and a citronella candle.
✅ Add outdoor pillows in performance fabrics (we love a bold stripe)
✅ Style your coffee table with a melamine tray and fresh blooms
✅ Layer a rug (yes, even outside!) to anchor your space
💡 Lark Tip: We help clients design interior and exterior spaces that feel seamless and stylish. Interested? Learn more about our full-service interior design and architecture offerings.
Final Thoughts: Summer Style Should Feel Effortless 🕊️
Decorating for summer doesn’t require a total overhaul. With a few smart swaps and thoughtful details, you can give your home that cool glass of rosé on a 100° day feeling. And if you’re ready to go beyond seasonal refreshes and talk big-picture design? You know where to find us.
🍊 Contact Lark Interiors to make your home feel as good as summer vacation looks.🍊
LARK INTERIORS
An interior design and residential architecture firm based in Dallas, Texas and focused on liveable luxury. We believe in comfy sofas, performance fabrics, and coffee tables you can put your feet on.