2023/24
RESORT STYLE
2023/24 Summer
TRENDING STYLE
Make a splash this summer at Homemaker The Valley! We’re delighted to present our latest seasonal trend report, brimming with vibrant colours, statement furnishings, and a whole lot of summer inspiration that’ll make your space pop. Flip through to discover top tips from our centre stylist as well as her top 10 pieces of the season. Plus, every item you see and love is readily available for purchase at Homemaker The Valley.
Incorporating
In conversation with
ELIZA GRACE
Decorating your home for the summer months is all about embracing a relaxed and welcoming vibe to create spaces you can unwind in.
As the summer season also coincides with the entertaining season here in Australia, it’s essential for your home to feel fun, fresh, and inviting. There are a few simple ways to update your home this season and create a space that feels like a holiday at home!
Soft furnishings can set the tone for the space during each season. For summer I recommend selecting fabrics such as linen and cotton that are lightweight and soft to the touch. Try adding a few linen cushions in a colourful striped pattern to your sofa or bed for a fresh new look. Remove any heavy blankets and soft furnishings in textures such as faux fur and wool as these create too much warmth and heaviness during the summer months.
Scent is an often-forgotten aspect of decorating but can play a huge role in how a home feels and the atmosphere it portrays. For summer I recommend adding scents such as citrus, freshly washed linen or jasmine to your home to create a calming and relaxing vibe. Simply add a reed diffuser to the entryway and living area and light a few candles prior to guests arriving.
Colour is the main aspect to embrace when decorating your home for summer and it can be added in subtle and easy ways. For the bedroom I love switching up my quilt cover to something colourful in a shade of pink, green, blue or yellow and adding cushions with an interesting pattern for a styled look. In the kitchen, try adding a large bowl to the island bench filled with citrus fruits or a large bunch of colourful, seasonal flowers. In the outdoor living areas, I suggest refreshing your plants and adding some brightly coloured cushions to your existing outdoor furniture.
MORE IS MORE
Maximalist interiors are redefining home décor with unconventional designs, bold hues, and innovative furnishings. Unlike minimalism, which embraces simplicity and a “less is more” approach, maximalism celebrates all things excess. The key? Find a balance between abundance and cohesiveness.
Mix different shapes and play with heights when embracing this trend. The more intrigue you can create when decorating a space, the better!
TOP TIPEliza’s
MORE IS MORE
Break free from the idea that less is more and embrace the “more is more” philosophy this summer. Think visually rich and opulent spaces filled with colour, pattern, and personality.
Eliza’s
TOP TIPS
Tip 1
Contrasting colours are huge when decorating in a maximalist way. For summer, try mixing bright greens and blues or pastel pink and yellow for a unique and fun, summery vibe.
Tip 2
Layering is key with this trend, so ensure your sofas are layered with beautiful, coloured throw rugs and cushions or your coffee table has a beautiful vignette filled with books, vases, candles, and flowers.
1. Provincial Home Living Aegean Jug (left) $99.95 & Aegean Footed Bowl (right) $59.95 Cushions $89.99 each 3. Adairs Contrast Candle Holder $19.99 4. Early Settler 5. OZ Design Gabino Buffet $2,099 6. Plush Benz Swivel Armchair POA 7. Adairs Cygnet Sorbet Side Table $349.99
Coastal style is all about embracing natural elements and selecting finishes that create interest through texture and natural patterns.
TOP TIP
Eliza’s
TREND 02 COAST REVIVAL
Taking cues from the sand, sea, and sky – coastal interiors are a must for summertime. This easy breezy trend features a soothing colour scheme, nautical motifs, and the use of natural furnishings like rattan chairs and crisp white linens (the kind that invites you to kick off your sandals and sink into after a day spent by the water).
COASTAL REVIVAL
Incorporating the coastal revival trend into your home is like creating a vacation destination right within your living space.
1. Freedom Surfers View Framed Print $249 2. Early Settler Isla Fringe Bottom Pendant $329 3. Adairs Coconut Palm Cushion $69.99
4. Eureka Furtniture Capewell 1 Seater Lounge Chair $849 5. Sleepy’s Mocha Bedhead from $2,199 6. DecoRug Elements Indoor/Outdoor Stone Rug from $69
ADAIRS
Marine Life Conch
Statue $69.99
PROVINCIAL HOME LIVING
Pelike Urn $299.95
FREEDOM
Cancun Bedside Table
$549
TOP TIPS
Tip 1
Stick to a neutral colour palette for larger furniture items in calming tones of soft white, warm beige, and light oak timbers. This allows you to embrace subtle pops of colour in soft furnishings and home décor pieces.
Tip 2
The overall feel of a coastal home should be welcoming, relaxing and laid-back. Keep these terms in mind when shopping for pieces to ensure you create the perfect coastal vibe.
TREND 03
LEANING INTO L INES
Robust and prominent lines are serving as one of the fundamental elements in the interior design space this season. The trend, which draws inspiration from a blend of art deco and mid-century modern styles, has introduced a fresh new take on décor. It’s visually striking and impactful but can easily be pared back for a more subtle approach.
Eliza’s
TOP TIP
Stripes are a huge trend this summer and a great way to decorate with impact in a fun and easy way. Try adding a striped throw blanket to your sofa or a colourful striped cushion combination to your bed.
Eliza’s
TOP TIPS
Tip 1
Stripes are one of the most classic patterns to use when decorating an interior. The timeless look allows you to have fun in a bold way whilst knowing it’s a trend that stands the test of time.
Tip 2
Inject stripes this summer in your tableware and entertaining decorating. I love adding a striped tablecloth or table runner and pairing with some contrasting-coloured napkins or dinnerware for a fun, summer look.
NICK SCALI
LEANING INTO LINES
Create a sense of structure and focus in your space with striped patterns, linear mouldings, and angular furnishings.
1. Domayne Montauk Table Lamp $179 2. Plush Zena Armchair POA 3. Freedom Adrift Canvas $399
4. Early Settler Ravel Framed Mirror 177x109cm $849
5. Adairs Belgian Cushion $89.99 6. Eureka Furniture Carlton Bar Table $1,399
NICK SCALI
BEDSIDE STYLING
Your bedside table can be a lot more than just a spot to charge your phone. With some well-considered ideas, a bit of planning, and a whole lot of inpsiration you can have the side table of your dreams.
JAMES LANE
1. Adairs Zephyr Wood Room Mist $26.99 2. Adairs Sorbet Vase from $29.99 3. Freedom Orchid Phalaenopsis Spray $34.95 4. Frame Today 450x450mm Picture Frame $119 5. Freedom Mass Side Table $499 6. Forty Winks Nords Bedside Table $599 7. Freedom Dome Table Lamp $299
RAW MATERIALS
The raw materials trend is in full force this season with everything from beautiful clay pots and vases to unvarnished wooden tables hitting store displays. This trend highlights the use of natural, unrefined resources like wood, stone, concrete, and terracotta for an effortless and simplistic look.
When embracing raw materials, the more unique the better! Look for pieces that have imperfections, rough edges, and oblong shapes to lean into this beautiful trend.
Eliza’s
RAW MATERIALS
Showcase the inherent beauty and authenticity of natural materials this summer by opting for organic and rustic-themed pieces.
1. Early Settler Azzedine Floor Lamp $249 2. Domayne Anthea Vase $259 3. Early Settler Parvani Pins from $18 4. OZ Design Monaco Buffet $3,299 5. Snooze Piper Queen Bed Frame $1,199 6. Snooze Finn Bedside Table $249 7. Early Settler Alaia Water Hyacinth Basket Medium $109
LIVING
Alabaster Posy Vase $54.95 (left), Alabaster Vase $74.95 (middle), & Alabaster Pot $59.95 (right)
Tip 1
When selecting larger pieces in the raw materials trend I suggest choosing one statement piece per room. This will allow balance within the space and draw the eye towards one focal point.
Tip 2
Vases and pots are a great way to embrace this trend in a subtle way. Simply group together three vases in materials such as concrete, terracotta or raw timber and place some beautiful stems or native flowers inside for a styled look.
RESORT STYLE
Summer wouldn’t be complete without a touch of outdoor living! This trend embodies the essence of luxurious resort-style living. Think sun loungers, plush dining chairs, poolside umbrellas, and all the essential elements for a relaxing alfresco experience.
RESORT STYLE
Transform your outdoor living space into an everyday getaway.
Eliza’s
TOP TIPS
Tip 1
An easy way to refresh your outdoor living space is by switching out your old cushions and rugs for some new, brightly coloured pieces in an on-trend pattern. A simple and affordable upgrade this summer!
Tip 2
Create a mood in your outdoor entertaining areas in an unexpected way by adding creative lighting. I love adding lanterns to the corners of the room, festoon lights hung from trees or fairy lights draped along the ceiling.
Lady Green Potted Palm $219.99
Paros Outdoor Chair $129
THE FINAL TOUCH
Small homewares are integral to interior design, transforming a space with personality and style. But there are some essentials that every household needs...
JAMES
1. Provincial Home Living Matisse Galerie Maeght 70x50 Canvas $59.95 2. Early Settler Constance Lady Bust $99 3. James Lane Dried Heart Fan Palm $9.95 4. Domayne Anthea Urn $179 5. Baby Bunting Living Textiles Cotton Rope Basket 3 Piece $39.95
Double Sided LED Pedestal Mirror $61.95 7. Freedom Nina Candlestick Holder from $14.95 8. Sheridan Outlet Bangalay Beach Towel RRP $69.99
JAMES LANE
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Eliza’s TOP TEN
Here’s a roundup of Eliza’s favourite seasonal products.
HOMEMAKER
THE VALLEY
Adairs
ALDI
Baby Bunting
Beds N Dreams
Café 63
Carpet Call
Cellarbrations
DecoRug
DeRUCCI
Domayne
Early Settler
Eureka Furniture
Forty Winks
Frame Today
Freedom
Goodlife Health Clubs
Green Bean Coffee Roasters
Harvey Norman
Hey Crois
Howards Storage World
James Lane
Kitchen Warehouse
Nick Scali
OZ Design
Plush
Provincial Home Living
Sheridan Outlet
Sleepy’s
Snooze
Tesla
Theatre at Home
The Carwash Company
The Furniture Shack
The Rug Establishment
TK Maxx
H OW TO FIN D US
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