Create a Summer Retreat With Calming Hues
Create a peaceful summer retreat with calming hues and simple nature decor inspired decor. Bring the serenity of the season into your home with soft colors, natural textures, and minimalist style.
Welcome Summer with a Serene Sanctuary
As the days grow longer and the sun casts a golden glow, summer invites us to slow down and reconnect—with nature, with ourselves, and with the spaces we live in. This season, embrace the essence of a peaceful summer retreat right at home by incorporating calming hues and nature-inspired décor into your interiors.
Why Calming Hues Set the Tone
Color is key in creating a restful atmosphere. For a tranquil summer vibe, opt for a palette inspired by the outdoors:
- Soft sage and leafy greens
- Sandy beige and sun-bleached taupe
- Ocean blues and sky-inspired pastels
- Crisp whites and pale greys
These nature-inspired colors promote relaxation, making them perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and quiet reading nooks.
Pro Tip: Pair these hues with plenty of natural light for an airy, open feel that mirrors a seaside retreat or mountain hideaway.
Embrace Simple Nature Décor For Your Summer Retreat
The key to creating your summer retreat is bringing nature indoors through organic textures and minimalist design. Focus on elements that evoke simplicity and warmth:
- Woven baskets, rattan chairs, or bamboo blinds
- Natural wood furniture with raw or whitewashed finishes
- Linen and cotton textiles in earthy, breathable tones
- Greenery, such as potted herbs, succulents, or dried pampas grass
- Found objects like driftwood, stones, or sea glass
Not only are these pieces timeless, but they also ground your space with an effortless, organic home design aesthetic.
Minimalist Styling Tips For Summer Retreat
When it comes to styling a summer retreat, less is more. A few thoughtfully chosen pieces will speak louder than an overly decorated room.
- Choose quality over quantity with décor that feels personal and calming.
- Leave space between objects to allow the room to breathe.
- Use baskets or wooden crates for stylish storage that reduces clutter.
This minimalist summer styling approach creates harmony and promotes mindful living—ideal for winding down after long sun-filled days.
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Final Thoughts: At-Home Summer Retreat
You don’t need a weekend getaway to experience the restorative power of nature. By using calming hues, simple nature décor, and organic textures, you can create a summer sanctuary that encourages rest, reflection, and joy—right in your own home.
Whether you’re styling a cottage, apartment, or backyard nook, let the beauty of the natural world inspire your summer décor.
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Your home is gorgeous! I’ve seen the outside, but the inside….wow! I love the open and airy feeling. It is fantastic. Thanks for sharing!
So beautiful! Loved the whole tour! Glad we could link up together for this summer home tour! Have a great weekend!
Yes, its been so nice meeting everyone, its been heartwarming for me, because you all are so special, warmest wishes and a Happy Fourth
Maria
Maria – your home is absolutely beautiful!We especially love he beams and your dining area…so very pretty!
Thanks ladies, you guys are so nice! Have a wonderful holiday
Maria
I am pretty sure you are living in my dream home! Oh my goodness, how gorgeous it is! Enjoy it for me! Haha! Thanks so much for sharing it with us on the home tour!
Many xoxo your way!
Maria
Your house is amazing; such great attention to detail when you were planning it – love that laundry room!
Nicole, So nice of you to stop by, its been lots of fun doing this home tour with you all.
Maria
Your house looks like such a great place to relax! And I love your laundry room!
Happy 4th, the laundry room needs work , its the last place I have paid any attention, need a re-do
Maria
You have an absolutely beautiful home. No kidding it could be in Good Housekeeping. I am going to close my eyes and wish mine was a quarter as nice!
Ellen, Happy 4th and hope you have a great Sunday, thanks for the nice compliment. You are so sweet.
Maria
Wow Maria, your home is absolutely stunning! I think this is the first time I am actually seeing the interior. That dining room looking onto the living room is so stunning!!!!
Deb, Happy 4th! I always post outside posts!, need to do more inside.Thanks for stopping by.
Maria
Maria, your home is just gorgeous! Has great style and some cute character-that built in bench is so cute!
Hello Kristen, it was such a fun tour with wonderful ladies
Maria
This is great. I love the feel when homes bring the outdoors inside.
Lady Lilith
What a pretty blog you have, heading over to explore, thanks for visiting mine.
Maria
Your home looks so peaceful and comfortable Maria! It is so beautiful!
Hey Tara, Thanks for visiting this post again, you are such a good friend!
Maria
Maria-
Your home is just lovely!
Thank you for joining us and sharing at Thoughts of Home.
We are so glad you are here!
Laura
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Laura love your parties they are so pretty and full of great projects
Maria
Your home is so beautiful and feels so serene from your photos! Gorgeous!
Emily, you are super nice to stop by, hope you weekend has been a good one, it goes by to fast.
Maria
Your home is gorgeous! I love the open and airy feeling and it looks like the perfect place to relax! Of course I love your laundry room, I would never ever mind doing laundry here:)
Thank you ever so much for sharing this with us at TOHOT!
Jemma
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Its a work in progress to keep it tidy and pretty! Sometimes Its exhausting, but i love it.
Thanks
Maria
Gracias! For the Wonderful Feature! So excited Maria
So excited for the feature! Maria
Wonderful feature! Thanks a bunch 🙂 Maria
Such a wonderful surprise to see my living room as one of your features, such a great feeling.
Thanks
Maria
Maria, your home is absolutely stunning! Your dining room is amazing and I am swooning over your laundry room!!
Thanks for the love! :)) Hope you are going to have a nice weekend, are you going to HAVEN, wish I could see you there!
Maria