10 Easy Tips To Refresh Your
Space For Spring And Summer 2006
By Breiana Cecil
It's the time of the season, friends!
1.Time to paint those bland winter walls! Neutral tones are just fine, but
add in some of the cool blues and greens that are making a statement this
Spring. Pastels and Ultra Brights are the spring and summer trend for this year.
2. Clear the clutter! Time for spring cleaning. Get to those scary spots
(under the bed, closets, storage) and throw away all that old junk that you
don't need. A good philosophy to follow is 'The things you truly need will come
to you'. This will reassure you when you come across that shoebox of old
trinkets that you would probably be too embarrassed to put on display anyway.
3. Splurge on some new artwork. Whether it's a light hearted oil painting, a
sleek sculpture, or a Monet piece you've been eyeing for a year, reinvent your
space!
4. New accessories! Reframe your photos with more interesting casings. The
heavy woods and metals are out for the spring. Change up that china vase, try
blown glass, recycled glass cobalt, or topaz! There are a variety of colors and
shapes to choose from. Throw pillows can bring any color into your room or out
of your artwork.
5. Change your window treatments. Lighter fabrics such as satin, chiffon,
hand painted or dyed silks, are all in this spring. The colors are zesty and the
look is fresh!
6. New rugs can change the entire look of your space! Move away from the
heavy traditional patterns and textures and look for stripes, polka dots, and
Kandinsky-esque styles.
7. Love your furniture but looking for a change? Slipcovers are still the
way to go! Solids are always safe, but if you want to branch out, a lot of the
light colored damasks are coming back in. Again, if you want to be trendy, go
with greens and blues--light to bright colors. If you know your taste, then just
be creative with it!
8. If you can manage to swing it, change out a few of your side tables with
lighter colored woods or glass tops. If not, cover up the winter table tops with
some light colored scarves or placemats. Work with what you've got, it brings
out your most creative self!
9. Change your dishware for the season! Use fun, bright colors and chic
designs on pottery or glass. Tangerines, ocean tones, hot pinks and purples!
Check out Issac Mizrahi's line.
10. If nothing else, open up your space and add a splash of color with fresh
flowers. They are at their best now and the colors are the inspiration for
modern color trends. House plants and foliage of any kind (even if it's faux)
are a must in your spring space!
So there you have it! Spring-summer 2006 is the time for reinventing and
refreshing! Use your invigorated senses to inspire your dwellings. Happy Spring!
Breiana Cecil of
OverstockArt.com graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor Degree
in Interior Design and in Studio Art. Breiana is an avid enthusiast of the art
and design world and intends on continuing her contribution to the industry.
Talk to Breiana on the ArtCorner Blog
today!
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