The summer house is a place where the rules are a little more relaxed. Here, things don’t have to match perfectly, and that’s exactly what makes it cozy. Decorating a summer house is all about blending practicality with personal style—and being a little more daring than you would be at home.
Color belongs in the summer house
If you stick to neutral tones in your apartment, the summer house is the perfect place to experiment. A colorful rug on the floor sets the tone for the entire room. Choose warm colors like terracotta and yellow for a Mediterranean vibe, or go for shades of blue and green for a Nordic coastal feel.
Animal-print rugs are popular in summer homes—they’re casual, fun, and make the floor soft under bare feet. A tiger or leopard rug by the sofa has become a classic.
Vases and flowers from the garden
One of the great joys of the summer house is picking flowers in the garden or along the road and placing them in a vase. Keep a few small vases ready on the windowsill—they don’t have to match. Feel free to mix a ceramic vase with one made of colored glass for a relaxed look.
If the summer house has a large dining area, a large vase or a pitcher filled with wildflowers serves as a natural centerpiece on the table.
The Evening Ambience
When the sun goes down, it’s all about candles. A few colored candleholders on the patio or dining table create that summer house vibe that’s hard to replicate. Glass candleholders in different colors cast a beautiful play of light at dusk.
The wall doesn’t have to be bare
Summer cottages often have white or wood-paneled walls that call for a little decoration. A few posters in light frames, a tapestry, or a collection of wall decorations add character without requiring much effort.
Hang a row of colorful hooks in the entryway for towels, sun hats, and beach bags—it’s practical and looks great.
The Kitchen: Mix and Match
The vacation home kitchen is the place to gather cups, plates, and dishes that don’t necessarily belong to the same set. A stack of colorful ceramic plates, a few hand-painted bowls, and a pitcher with a lemon motif create a casual, Mediterranean look that’s perfect for long summer lunches.
See our selection of kitchenware and decor for the summer house.
