Home Design Updates that are Fantastic for Fall
As the seasons change, so does our style. We bundle up with scarves and boots and swap our summer iced coffee for hot pumpkin lattes. Giving our homes a little autumn update can do wonders, too!
To boost your home’s comfy factor at the end of the year, all you need to do is take stock of the items you already have and consider adding a few new pieces to match the weather. A lot of times, home improvement projects can get by with just a little style advice. You don’t need to do anything fancy to make a big difference. The little details alone can go a long way.
Taking Stock of the Season
Try as they might to have year-round appeal, certain items in our home really do fit better in cycles. Not every piece of décor is going to be suitable for permanent display. And that’s okay! Swapping out different colors and textures is a great way to breathe new life into a space. (Plus, making a couple changes can be a surefire way to fight off cabin fever.)
Before you start moving anything around, it helps to do a quick home tour. Look at each room with an objective eye and try to pull out any pieces that feel more “summer” than “winter.” You can do this solo, or with a professional designer to really take your space to the next level.
As you make you way around the house, consider the little details—not so much the big furniture. Window treatments, the bookshelf knickknacks, throws and pillows are where it’s at. Ideally, you’ll be able to decide what palette your heart is leaning towards for the season and then double-check that your home is embracing the season tastefully. You shouldn’t give every room a splash of orange to be fall-festive, but incorporating warmer earth tones can definitely help.
If you’re working with a neutral base, try to spice things up when the temperatures drop. Instead of leaving your cream sofa plain, top it off with a couple velvet cushions. They’ll instantly warm up your space and can be super-affordable upgrade for your home. Store your spring and summertime colors in the closet, and it’s like getting a whole-room makeover in a snap.
Decorate with Fall Favorites
One of the best ways to enhance your autumn décor is to rotate your artwork. All too often, homeowners forget that their walls and floors can also get spruced up. (It’s not just about flannel blankets for fall!) We love drawing attention to fireplaces and exposed brick this time of year. Shopping around for a new area rug or piece of local artwork can really tie a room together before the holidays. If you lean toward pastels in the warmer months, try transitioning to richer tones like a deep rust or forest green.
The other side of embracing fall favorites is to bring the outdoors inside. Hanging out on the porch and using our outdoor living areas is a no-brainer when the days are sunny. But even as the chill starts to hit, we can still welcome natural light into our homes. Keeping curtains and blinds open in the fall is a great mood-boost. Although the weather might be a little gray, odds are, you’ve got a colorful tree right next to your window. There’s almost nothing cozier than making that kind of view a highlight of your home.
Staging to Sell Your Home
Redesigning your home is great for your own comfort, but it’s even more valuable when you’re looking to sell. Plenty of buyers prefer to house hunt in the autumn because their kids are back in school and summer vacations are finally wrapped up. Just like in the spring and summer, certain staging needs to stay current for the fall.
The entryway is a major first impression for potential buyers. Keeping your landscaping up-to-date helps make that moment count. Brush off any leaves from the sidewalk and arrange a few potted mums on the porch to show your buyers (and, frankly, your neighbors) that you’re focused on year-round home maintenance. Inside, a clean and thoughtfully designed home will instantly welcome and guests or visitors. Rooms automatically feel more inviting when they have the right-sized furniture, good lighting, and seasonal textures.
All of these features set the tone of “home” for your own family, and they’ll do the same for any potential buyers. Making sure your home is fashionable for the season can really help your listing shine. And if you’re looking for an extra design eye for your space, Home Matters is here to help.
In addition to our staging services, our stylists are also available for design consultations. Whether you’re looking to sell before the New Year, or just want to feel more settled in to your current home—we’d love to hear from you! To get started, contact us at info@homematters.com or call (317) 774-7025. Together, we’ll get your space to perfection so it’s easy to fall in love.