Five Trending Summer Interior Styles - Plus The Wall Panels To Match

June 21st - the official start of summer - is just around the corner bringing with it some of the happiest months of the year. In preparation for the season, we’ve pulled together five of our favourite summer interior styles with some top tips for adding stylish wall panels into the mix. Read on to discover how the right wall panels can make your home the epitome of style this summer!

Coastal calm

Whenever it's sunny and hot, our thoughts frequently turn to the seaside. Walks on the beach, the fresh air, and the peace of mind of the coast make us calm and content. Luckily, this relaxing energy can also be enjoyed in the home.

Coastal calm interiors feature a light, breezy aesthetic with plenty of whitewashed finishes and natural tones. Soft linens, an eclectic approach to furniture and nature-inspired colours will help you enjoy this stylish trend with minimal effort. What’s more, there is a stylish array of wall panels that will harmonise perfectly with this trend.

Washed oak SlatWall panels, or tongue & groove panels with their vertical lines adding a sense of height, in a relaxed neutral colourway, are great examples. Either choice will help to capture a sense of coastal chic no matter where you live.

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Warm minimalism

Minimalist approaches to interior design have been enjoyed for decades, bringing peace and calm to countless homes. The avoidance of clutter, and keeping everything paired back promotes a positive mindset which is ideal for living rooms, bedrooms and home offices alike.

Where some minimalist styles can be a little cold, warm minimalism marries the softness of Scandi style with warm textures and pared-back colour palettes. As a result, you can enjoy a space that offers both serenity and cosiness in equal measure.

For best results, add plenty of nature-inspired materials and colours into your warm minimalist space. Shades of oak, warm creams and cosy textures are great places to start.

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Earthy monochrome

Embracing the warmth and elegance of earthy monochrome colours is another fabulous way to decorate a home this summer. Taking inspiration from clay, terracotta, and rust tones will provide you with a timeless look combined with Mediterranean cool.

There are two simple ways to create an earth monochrome space. The first is combining pops of rich earthy colours with plenty of soft neutral colours to add depth and joy to the space. The second is pairing earthy tones with darker shades of slate and anthracite for a more dramatic finish.

Adding wall panels to an earthy monochrome inspired space will add structure and detailing. Darker slats, coloured oils and matte finishes will all serve you well when applied to the walls. You could even choose paintable panels and paint them in ochre or terracotta for a more modern effect.

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Modern heritage

Striking a balance between classical and contemporary styles, the modern heritage trend can be enjoyed in newly built and period homes alike. Combining time-tested interior styles with a touch of sleek 21st century design, modern heritage is ideal for spaces where we relax and entertain.

Floral fabrics, tartans and plenty of wooden shades are at the core of this summery trend, alongside shades of cream, pink, yellow and pale blue.

Wall panels are an excellent way to play on the heritage side of this trend. Half wall panels, beaded and V-groove styles, or wainscoting covering the bottom half of the wall, with muted colours above, will add a classically stylish structure to the walls. This will help you then enjoy a more open, modern style toward the centre of the space.

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Outdoor-inspired interiors

Summer is a time of blooming flowers, verdant greenery and bright blue skies. These are all things that have a positive impact on our wellbeing so why not let them inspire your home renovation?

Often known as biophila, this trend seeks to reconnect us with our inherent affection for the natural world. While an important part of the trend, it’s not solely built around floral fabrics, it's deeper than that. Soft, flowing fabrics, natural materials and organic colours are integral to outdoor-inspired interiors

Alongside natural soft fabrics and plenty of potted plants, oak and walnut tone wall panels will add an organic finish to a room. So too will stone effect Elemence Panels which while designed for bathrooms, are equally beneficial in garden rooms and even outdoor-inspired kitchens.

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By embracing any of these five summer trends in your home, you’ll be able to enjoy the season in peerless style and comfort. To make sure you find the perfect panels for your project, don’t forget to order samples from the website so you can see how your options synergise with your other summer-inspired purchases! You can also shop our summer trends collection here.