Summer Styling Tips for Your New Build Home

As the days grow longer and brighter, it’s the perfect time to breathe new life into your interiors. Whether you're looking to freshen up your space for summer or channel the effortless elegance of a show home, a few seasonal styling tricks can make a big impact.

At Hurstwood Homes, our beautifully designed show homes are created to feel welcoming, stylish and unique - and with these summer-inspired décor ideas, you can bring that same warmth and personality into your own new build home.

Here’s how to give your interiors that sun-drenched, show home feel this summer.

Embrace Baked Earth Tones

Soft ochres, sunbaked pinks and clay-like reds are having a design moment, and for good reason. These earthy hues bring a grounded, sun-kissed aesthetic that works beautifully in any modern home, especially when balanced with neutral caramels or biscuit tones.

How to style it:

• Paint a feature wall in muted terracotta or dusty pink for a warm focal point.
  
• Layer in natural textures like jute rugs or linen cushions to complement the colour palette.
  
• Add contrast with a mustard throw or leafy green foliage to keep the look fresh.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: These tones shine in our open-plan kitchen/dining spaces, where natural light enhances their warmth and creates a calm, cohesive flow from indoors to outdoors. See our Instagram for inspiration.

Add Texture with Natural Materials

Minimalist interiors don’t have to feel cold. The secret to a serene yet inviting space lies in layering textures. Summer is the ideal time to introduce soft, tactile materials and organic elements that add depth and dimension.

How to style it:

• Choose lightweight linen or cotton throws in calming neutral tones.
  
• Add sculptural touches with curved ceramics, rattan accessories or wooden side tables.
  
• Swap out heavier winter textiles for breezier fabrics in khaki, cream or stone.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: Our living rooms and bedrooms are the perfect blank canvas for layering textures and creating a relaxed, retreat-like atmosphere.

Make the Most of Your Shelves

Whether it’s a kitchen shelf, hallway alcove or living room bookcase, styled shelving can instantly elevate your space. It's a simple way to inject character, colour and personal flair into your new build home.

How to style it:

• Lay out items on the floor before arranging them to test combinations.
  
• Use books or boxes to vary height and create interest.
  
• Mix materials like ceramic, wood, glass and metal for a curated, balanced display.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: Our homes offer ample storage, so shelves can stay clutter-free and reserved for curated styling – just like in our show homes. We love this tip, we adopt this in our show homes to add personality, colours, textures and display our favourite things! With plenty of storage in our homes, save some of your shelves to achieve your look!

Introduce Summer Nostalgia

Ruffles, stripes, frills and bows - nostalgic homeware is back, bringing a light-hearted, countryside-inspired charm. The key is to strike a balance with clean, contemporary pieces.

How to style it:

• Add frilled cushions or scalloped lamp shades for a soft, playful touch.
  
• Choose pastel hues or candy stripes to evoke vintage charm.
  
• Ground the look with neutral furniture or modern silhouettes.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: Our interiors are designed with timelessness in mind, giving you the freedom to layer seasonal trends like these with ease. This gives that summer feel to your home - think sunny picnics or summer holidays! It also helps to add texture as well as a bit of fun to your home - your home is meant to feel like you after all!

Refresh Your Table for Summer Dining

Summer is all about relaxed, joyful living and your dining table can reflect that. Whether it’s an alfresco meal or morning coffee with the windows open, make your table a visual treat.

How to style it:

• Use a gingham or linen tablecloth to set a summery tone.
  
• Display fresh-cut flowers in a statement vase.
  
• Add terracotta plates or floral napkins for Mediterranean flair.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: Our open-plan kitchen/dining areas often lead directly into the garden - perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Bring the outdoors in with pretty blooms, gather flowers to place on your table for colour and freshness and add florals to your tableware for an allround fresh feel.

Create a Statement Hallway

Your entrance sets the tone for the rest of your home – so make it count. This often-overlooked space is ideal for experimenting with bold styling and personality.

How to style it:

• Add a patterned runner or vibrant rug to energise the space.
  
• Use a statement mirror to reflect light and enhance size.
  
• Introduce unique lighting or sculptural wall hooks for a creative touch.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: With flowing layouts and spacious entrances, our homes give you the freedom to make your hallway an extension of your interior style.

Try Yellow Drenching

Bold yet uplifting, yellow drenching – using a single sunny shade across multiple surfaces – is one of the standout interior trends of the season. It’s a fun way to bring joy and cohesion into a space.

How to style it:

• Opt for a soft ochre or buttery yellow for a more subtle effect.
  
• Carry the colour across walls, skirting boards and cabinetry.
  
• Keep furnishings minimal to let the colour shine.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: Our light-filled rooms are perfect for colour drenching. Start with a smaller space like a snug or home office to experiment confidently.

Reclaim Upholstery

Upholstered furniture is enjoying a well-deserved comeback - think plush bedframes, padded benches and soft, sculptural seating.

How to style it:

• Add an upholstered bench at the foot of your bed or in the hallway.
  
• Refresh tired pieces with new fabric or slipcovers.
  
• Choose sun-washed tones or relaxed neutrals for a laid-back summer look.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: Our generously sized bedrooms give you space to embrace statement upholstered pieces and create cosy, luxurious nooks.

Update Your Gallery Wall

Ditch the grid - today’s gallery walls are eclectic and personal, showcasing everything from prints and mirrors to collected objects and stories.

How to style it:

• Mix framed art with sconces, hats or other 3D elements.
  
• Use different frame sizes and materials for a layered look.
  
• Let the wall evolve over time for a more natural, authentic feel.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: Open-plan living areas in our homes offer the perfect backdrop for gallery walls that tie spaces together and reflect your personality -  it allows you to show off everything you love, whether its personal memories or your favourite thrifted picks.

Let There Be (More) Light

Great lighting transforms a room especially on those longer summer evenings. Layer your lighting to create ambiance, depth and functionality.

How to style it:

• Combine ceiling lights with wall lights, floor lamps and table lamps.
  
• Use warm-toned bulbs to keep the atmosphere inviting.
  
• Add personality with neon lights, fairy lights, paper lanterns or sculptural shades.
  

Hurstwood Homes tip: With high ceilings and well-placed windows, our homes make the most of both natural and artificial light - helping you style your space beautifully from day to night.

Ready to Style Your New Build Home for Summer?

Explore our latest developments or visit one of our show homes to see these seasonal styling ideas in action. For more interior design inspiration and home styling tips, sign up for our newsletter and follow Hurstwood Homes on social media.

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