We all have an aesthetic and style we love. It might be modern lines and graphic contrast. Perhaps you prefer more rustic and eclectic designs. Maybe you love an airy Coastal Hamptons look. No matter what your style, don’t feel trapped in a one-look-wonder with the same decor you’ve had for years.

We get it – you have devoted a great deal of time to achieve a home that reflects your personality! It can be challenging to part with some of those elements that brought your home to life. Fortunately, you don’t have to completely start from scratch when you freshen up your design. A fresh touch for Spring can easily be achieved with a few minor tweaks.

The first step in this process is to simply open up the windows and take in the fresh air. Shine a little light on your room and see if anything pops out as needing a little love. Attempt to look at your home through new eyes, then try some of these ideas to brighten and update your design.

Update Wall Art

If you have had the same statement piece hover over your fireplace for years, it’s time to change it up. The instant refresh a new art piece can bring to a room is remarkable. New art can also help boost your mood and inspire creativity, which is something we could all do with right now. Love the original piece and don’t want to take it down? No problem, just add to it for a ‘gallery’ look. An assortment of photos and paintings surrounding your favourite artwork gives you the refresh without losing the original. Achieve an eclectic look with a variety of colours, shapes and sizes, or keep it simple by choosing art with similar shapes and a corresponding colour scheme.

Get Fresh

Plants and fresh blossoms are an excellent way to add fresh vibrancy to a room. Flowers, in particular, bring a whole new level of colour and joy. Not keen on having to regularly update flower arrangements? That’s ok, just choose some succulents or hanging house plants to bring the outside in. Succulents require very little time or care, and come in a wide range of sizes and colours. Many even produce flowers occasionally. In addition to looking great, fresh flowers and plants will help oxidise your home and improve general air quality for living.

New Window Coverings

Outdated curtains and blinds can really reduce the mood of a room, as well as collecting dust and odours. Consider updating your window coverings to add lightness and brightness to a room. For Spring, you could consider linen curtains or add some character with a pop of colour or a patterned material.

Replace Your Pillows

Don’t let your throw pillows put a damper on your décor! Even the best quality pillows tend to get tired over time and sag with wear. Luckily, its inexpensive and easy to replace pillow inserts, re-cover cushions, or to choose some new additions. Look for throw cushions in colours and patterns that will coordinate with the palette you are already using in your home. The key to success with bolder prints is to balance them with cushions in neutral tones.

Just a couple of new plants, a fabulous new painting, fresh linen curtains and plump colourful cushions will go along way towards Spring cleaning your design! The next step of course is to roll up your sleeves for some good old fashioned Spring cleaning.