BY Faithe Lo
From warm breezes, to chirping birds, to first blooming buds—spring is just around the corner! Feel the excitement as the world reawakens. At Elite Lifestyle Magazine, we’ve compiled seven ways for you to instantly spruce up your home and welcome the arrival of spring.
1. CHANGE THE WALL COLOR OR WALLPAPER
(PHOTOGRAPHED BY CHRISTOPHER STARK)
DE GOURNAY, MAGNOLIA CANOPY HAND PAINTED WALLPAPER, PRICE UPON REQUEST, DEGOURNAY.COM
Transform any room by simply changing the paint or wallpaper. Select a pale neutral color or a soft, neutral floral print to keep the space fresh and elegant.
Left: SANDBERG WALLPAPER, KRISTINA WHITE, $122/ROLL, SANDBERGWALLPAPER.COM；Right: BENJAMIN MOORE, AURA INTERIOR PAINT, SPRING BUD 520, $79.99/GALLON, STORE.BENJAMINMOORE.COM
2. UPDATE HOME TEXTILES
SKY, GARDENIA BEDDING COLLECTION (QUEEN), DUVET COVER SET $230; GARDENIA SHEET SET (QUEEN), $170; GARDEN LEAF DECORATIVE PILLOW (18″ X 18″), $115; GARDEN GREEN DECORATIVE PILLOW (14″ X 24″), $115; GARDENIA STANDARD PILLOWCASE, PAIR, $70; GARDENIA EURO SHAM, $155; BLOOMINGDALES.COM
Swap out the heavy fabrics and dark colors of winter, and liven up your home with light and airy textiles. Add a splash of pink and green to your bedding, as well as some floral patterns, to give the bedroom a vibrant touch.
1 BLUEBELLGRAY, VALENCIA PILLOW (19” X 19”), $123, AMARA.COM；
2 SURYA, AZALEA INDOOR / OUTDOOR RUG (8’ X 10’), $785, BURKEDECOR.COM
3. ADD HOUSEPLANTS AND FRESH FLOWERS
BLOOMINGVILLE, GOLD IRON FLOWER POT (LARGE), $62, AMARA.COM; A82043486 PLANT HANGER, $27.99, AMAZON.COM; AH0710 FLOWER POT, $16.99, AMAZON.COM
Bring any room to life by adding some fresh flowers. Not to mention, houseplants are said to reduce stress and purify the air.
BACCARAT, EYE VASE, LARGE, $1,650, US.BACCARAT.COM
4. CHANGE YOUR TABLEWARE
Even subtle changes can make a difference! Bring the spirit of springtime to your dining room through your tableware, and add a few floral-patterned pieces to your collection.
1 ROYAL COPENHAGEN, PRINCESS DISH LEAF SHAPED, $80, ROYALCOPENHAGEN.COM；2 WEDGWOOD, VERA JARDIN DINNER PLATE, $35, WEDGWOOD.COM；3 HEREND, ROTHSCHILD BIRD GREEN MOTIF 01 SALAD PLATE, $320, NEIMANMARCUS.COM；4 ROYAL COPENHAGEN, PRINCESS DISH LEAF SHAPED, $80, ROYALCOPENHAGEN.COM；5 ROYAL COPENHAGEN, FLORA DANICA CAKE DISH TRIANGULAR, PRICE UPON REQUEST, ROYALCOPENHAGEN.COM
5. PUT UP FLORAL WALL ART
JAPANESE FOUR PANEL SCREEN, ANCIENT SAKURA CHERRY BLOSSOM, $1,000, 1STDIBS.COM
Brighten up your walls with artwork infused with the essence of spring. From lush greenery to elegant plum blossoms, bring the liveliness of the season indoors.
LULUDI LIVING ART, LAVENDER PALM LIVE WALL ART, $1,350, NEIMANMARCUS.COM
6. USE FRESH, FLORAL, AND FRUITY HOME FRAGRANCES
SENTI, ORCHID FLOWER DIFFUSER, JASMINE & GERANIUM, $204, AMARA.COM/US
Let the fresh spring breezes waft through your home. Floral diffusers, fruity candles, and refreshing room sprays can fill your living space with the smell of springtime.
1 BAOBAB, WOMEN SCENTED CANDLE (16CM), $175, AMARA.COM/US；2 JO MALONE LONDON, BASIL & NEROLI SCENTED CANDLE, $67, BLOOMINGDALES.COM；3 AGRARIA, MONIQUE LHUILLIER CITRUS LILY AIRESSENCE SPRAY, $55, AGRARIAHOME.COM
7. CELEBRATE SPRING OUTDOORS
SKAGERAK, MIRA TABLE, HUNTER GREEN, $491; MIRA ARMCHAIR, $33; FINNISHDESIGNSHOP.COM
Take advantage of the warm weather and spend more time outside! Revitalize your outdoor living space with these stylish furniture pieces. Add a fire pit to your backyard for the ultimate cozy touch—it makes the perfect place for gathering with loved ones on a brisk spring night.
ECOSMART FIRE, ARK 40 OUTDOOR FIRE TABLE, FROM $2,328, MAD-USA.COM
