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<\/h6>\n<\/h6>\nThe summer season is here and brings with it a whole host of new summertime rituals -stepping outside without a jumper, adding ice to every drink, and going for a walk after work, just because you can.<\/strong><\/p>\n It also brings with it a whole host of interior design possibilities for our homes.\u00a0This season we\u2019re seeing summer shades being brought into the home (think blues, greens and subtle neutrals), the indoor-outdoor divide being done away with, and a lean towards minimalism and simplicity all to create a heightened sense of wellbeing.<\/p>\n That\u2019s why our decor trend pick for the season is tranquillity.<\/p>\n We know what you\u2019re thinking \u2013 that\u2019s not really a \u2018decor trend\u2019. But in a time of political uncertainty and national tragedy, there is a clear shift in attitude to the way people are thinking about their homes. Our personal space now not only has to act as a place of shelter but also of sanctuary, where one can hide away from the external stresses of everyday life.<\/p>\n Creating a tranquil home where we can relax, unwind and simply be is something that is increasingly top of interior designer briefs.<\/p>\n Below are our tips for creating a tranquil home from choosing colours and designs that put you at ease to forming an environment that works for you and your lifestyle.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n It seems to be a fact \u2013 most people feel happier when the sun shines. How then, to harness that feeling all year round, and especially in our home?<\/p>\n Firstly, by styling your space to reflect your external surroundings. Choose a palette of colours that can be seen in the landscape outside, and use those across your accessories \u2013 rugs, cushions, tableware are great places to start.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Adding touches of blue and white around your home, through tableware for example, echo the blue and white summer skies<\/em><\/p>\n Take inspiration from summery blue skies scattered with those high, wispy clouds. Pops of yellow tie in with the summer sun, whilst\u00a0varying shades of blues and greens are timeless colour choices.<\/p>\n Alternatively, stick with calming neutrals and offset with more muted hints of colour. Take inspiration from the hazy light of dusk on a warm summer\u2019s evening, when colours are slightly subdued. A calming, pared back feel keeps things simple allowing you to switch off.<\/p>\n Use plenty of indirect, soft light through table lamps to create an ambient and atmospheric lighting scheme once the sun has set. Be sure to also choose bulbs that give off a yellow-toned light rather than blue to add warmth.<\/p>\n–<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n
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