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    Home » Home » Bring the Outdoors Inside ... 6 Tips from a Professional Designer

    Bring the Outdoors Inside ... 6 Tips from a Professional Designer

    Published Jun 4, 2014 · Updated Aug 26, 2019 by Ginnie · 6 Comments

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    Six easy tips for bringing the outdoors inside ... from a professional interior designer!

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    Tips for Bringing the Outdoors Inside for Your Decor

    At this time of year, I want to spend as much time outside as possible. The weather is warm, everything's in bloom, and there's nothing better for cheering up my mood than a little sun. Unfortunately, that not always possible ... a girl has to work after all!

    A few weeks ago, I attended an event hosted by Thom Filicia, a well-known interior designer who you may know from Queer Eye for the Straight Guy among other shows. Thom has partnered with Bounce Bursts, a new in-wash laundry detergent that helps you experience outdoor freshness even if you're stuck inside.

    I was lucky enough to spend some one-on-one time with Thom, who shared a few simple ways to bring the outdoors inside. Here are his 6 tips!

    Bring the Outdoors Inside: Don't Be Afraid of Bright Colors | Hello LIttle Home #InteriorDesign #Decor1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10

    Don't Be Afraid of Bright Colors

    Bright colors, especially those inspired by nature, can truly transform a space.

    Go bold and paint your walls a vibrant color.

    If that seems too risky, introduce color through accessories, such as pillows or throws.

    Bring the Outdoors Inside: Add Fresh Flowers to Your Space | Hello Little Home #InteriorDesign #Decor

    Add Fresh Flowers to Your Space

    Fresh flowers are the perfect way to enjoy the scent and the beauty of the outdoors while inside.

    Look for affordable bouquets at your supermarket or corner store, and display them in your favorite vase.

    I like to search for unique vases at thrift stores. You can transform a secondhand vase with a little spray paint so that it fits perfectly in your space.

    Bring the Outdoors Inside: Switch Up Patterns & Layer Materials | Hello Little Home #InteriorDesign #Decor1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12

    Switch Up Patterns and Layer Materials

    Thom suggested being playful with fabrics. Try mixing floral-inspired patterns and colors into your home to help evoke an outdoorsy feeling.

    Don't forget about using natural materials in your home. Mixing natural elements, such as wood, metal, and stone, also helps to bring the outdoors inside.

    Bring the Outdoors Inside: Transform Your Fabrics | Hello Little Home #InteriorDesign #Decor

    Transform Your Fabrics

    Is there anything better than the smell of line-dried laundry?

    My mom always hung our laundry outside when I was growing up, but as a city-dweller, I've never been able to do that myself.

    Look for laundry detergents and products with fresh, floral-inspired scents, which are known to stimulate the senses and improve mood and energy.

    I received a Bounce Bursts sample at this event and have it stored in my hall closet. Every time I open the closet door, I'm met with a wonderful burst of fresh air!

    Bring the Outside Inside: Blur the Line | Hello Little Home #InteriorDesign #Decor1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9

    Blur the Lines

    According to Thom, there's really no difference in how you decorate from outdoors to indoors, so blur the lines a little!

    There's lots of ways you can do this. Use indoor/outdoor rugs in high traffic areas like the kitchen or laundry room. Outdoor fabrics are easy to keep clean, making them perfect for kids' rooms. Bring all-weather baskets (perfect for holding firewood) and other outdoor accessories inside, too.

    Bring the Outdoors Inside: Invest in Art | Hello Little Home #InteriorDesign #Decor1 (similar)/ 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9

    Invest in Outdoor-Inspired Artwork

    Artwork is a great way to evoke to spirit of the outdoors. Try hanging a picture from your favorite outdoor adventure or an abstract painting that reminds you of a beautiful sunset.

    Not only will it boost your mood, but it will elevate the look and feel of your space as well.

    Do you have any tips to help bring the outdoors inside? I'd love to hear them!

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    Lindsey
    10 years ago

    These are some really fun colors you have selected and the artwork you posted is beautiful.

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    Eco Friendly Homemaking
    11 years ago

    These are awesome tips!! So glad I discovered your blog!

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    Caitlin Craig
    11 years ago

    I love all these tips! I'm especially obsessed with buying plants lately, they really spruce up a room! Thank you for joining us at the Be.You.Tiful Link Party; we hope to see you again!

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    Jessica K
    11 years ago

    I love the idea of bringing the outside in. You can also cut your own flowers from outside. If you have enough this is even more budget friendly and it makes the flowers that much more special. I also love getting vases at thrift stores. Otherwise they are so expensive! I feel like areas with less furniture and more light remind me more of the outdoors. If you start in an area like that and then follow the tips you listed it would be an amazing area! Thanks so much for these tips! I love the ideas with colors and… Read more »

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    Pure Grace Farms
    11 years ago

    Great post! I love all the bright colors, your photography and the wonderful tips!

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    Dee
    11 years ago

    These are great ideas and I am with you. I want to spend time outside preferably in water. aka beach.
    Have a great summer! Never change and be true to YOU. You are Be YOU tiful! 🙂
    Cheers,
    Dee from The CSI project
    Thanks for coming by!

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