Spring Home Refresh: 5 Easy Updates

Spring is the ideal time to shake off the winter blues and welcome a sense of renewal into your home. Whether you're considering a full-scale revamp or simply looking to make a few thoughtful updates, these five easy interior ideas will breathe new life into your space—blending style, comfort, and the uplifting energy of the season.

Interior by Laura Stephens.
  1. Swap Out Textiles

Swap out heavy throws and dark-toned cushions for lighter, airier alternatives. Think linen or cotton in vibrant pastels, sun-washed neutrals, or playful floral prints. Introducing a splash of colour or a lively pattern through soft furnishings is one of the simplest ways to lift a space and reflect the spirit of the season.

2. Bring the Outdoors In

Nothing says spring quite like a burst of greenery. Refresh your space with fresh-cut flowers, sculptural houseplants, or a petite herb garden on the windowsill. These natural touches introduce colour, texture, and movement—bringing a sense of vitality that instantly enlivens any room.

3. Declutter & Restyle Your Shelves

Spring cleaning is the perfect excuse to refresh your surfaces, not just clear them. Take a moment to curate your shelves with intention—swap in seasonal accents, style books by tone or theme, and introduce natural textures like rattan, wood, or ceramics to add warmth and character. Thoughtfully styled shelves create visual rhythm and focal points, helping your space feel more considered and cohesive.

4. Lighten Up Your Palette

Refreshing your colour scheme doesn’t require a complete overhaul. Simple swaps—like replacing heavy lampshades with lighter, linen or whimsical patterned alternatives or repainting an accent wall in a soft white, chalky pastel, or warm neutral—can dramatically brighten a room. These subtle shifts reflect more natural light, creating a space that feels calm, open, and refreshed.

5. Refresh with Fragrance

Scent is the quiet layer of design that often goes unnoticed—but it transforms how a space feels. Trade rich, wintery notes for something lighter and more uplifting: think citrus, wildflowers, soft herbs, or fresh linen. Use diffusers, room sprays, or even a few fragrant stems in a bud vase to introduce a signature seasonal scent to each room. It’s a subtle yet powerful way to evoke the freshness of spring and make your home feel reawakened.

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