Creating a Summer Look

Since its month end and before the summer ends (though as noticed, temperatures keep rising as we approach the supposedly raining months), i decided to upgrade the look of my place. In fact, this is so much anticipated not just because i really wanted a summer look (which is inspired by the last edition of real living magazine) but because were celebrating mothers day and my mothers birthday. And i would like to say that this inspiration is a tribute to my mom who little by little is adjusting to my new found passion on house decorating.

As noticed, i already incorporated my flea market finds on my nest. The native drums, candelabras and two garden set stool which became my side tables are now part of my design. The old artworks are still there. I managed to blend in my old pieces, those that i already have in my new color scheme. In fact, this were my considerations before i chose the blues over the creams as wall color. I made it sure that my old pieces will never be outdated or out of place on my current theme.

So this is my new living room on its summer inspired look . As noticed, the old pieces are still there, the floor lamp and side tables are on their original placements but the most noticeable change is the color. The lace drapes was replaced with a light green curtain with some flowery accents. (Btw, the curtains was sewn by my mother and so she was happy having contributed something on the space). The silk pillow cases was replaced with natural color palette of greens, blues and browns. I managed to use the orange yoga mat as a rug for my coffeetable to accentuate the citrusy color for summer and to match the old oriental picture on my wall. Native bean bags are on the floor making the theme more coherent and functions as additional seating. Real plants gave a fresh addition to the room by bringing the outside world inside. The native capiz coffee table is now an outstanding centerpiece, a flea find that really works in the space. The turtle stuffed toy contributed to a playful touch on the space while the dark wood on the furnitures ties all the colors together. The result is a space which is so fresh, playful and green!

Btw, the transformations only cost is for the purchase of new pillow cases which is less than Php 400.00 for the three pairs. Other additions came from the things that i already have.

So who would say that you cannot have a beautiful and stylish nest for a dime! We can make our place our dream place. All we have to do is to be playful, look for all the pieces that we already have and work on it. Take it from me, its a stress buster also!

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