Get rid of that old winter-themed interior, and prep it for spring with these tips

Spring is the time to bring in the new and get rid of the old in your home.

From the lovely warmth of rusty orange hues perfect for autumn and winter, move into the new season with subtle taupe, cool greys and royal purple which Ballito interior designer, Jeanine Theron of Jadore Design said feel lighter, fresher and more apt for spring and summer.

“Nothing brings spring into your home more than pops of colour. Switch out some of your darker, cozier winter throw pillows for fun, bright turquoise pillows. Fold up your cashmere and cable knit throws and replace these with light and vibrant ones. White and grey colours work with any setting,” said Theron.

An instant fix is to bring flowers inside, a fresh reminder that spring is on the way.

Theron suggested focusing on the bedroom first. This after all, is where you go to unwind, kick off your shoes and rest or enjoy a good book.

“All of this makes your bedroom a significant space. You can make a dramatic change by simply rotating your bedding based on the season. Change out dark, heavy fabrics for lighter, more airy blends and darker hues for calmer, cooler ones and voilà, you have just transformed your cozy winter cave into your light and bright springtime sanctuary.”

Take a look at your windows, too – if they are framed by a dense, moody fabric, you may be missing out on some natural spring light that lends everything it touches a nice, healthy glow.

“Decorate your home with a spring mindset. Swap out heavy fur throws and pillows for light and crisp silk or linen pillows and throws.”

As for the kitchen, the first thing you should do is reorganise and give it a spring clean!

Last but not least, the overall approach which is what adds the most value and concludes the work you have done – fixtures.

These, Theron said, should almost always be left for last as they depend greatly on the changes you have made.

“Switching out fixtures is so much easier than changing large furniture. Do these last, since it is like the jewelry on an outfit. Sometimes just getting an updated finish on your chandelier helps tremendously.”

If you are nervous about blending metals, opt instead for a champagne finish on lighting, or natural materials like shells, resin or even glass.

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