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☀️ Summer trends in upholstery and furniture design: get inspired by nature and lightness

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With the arrival of summer, everything around is filled with light, bright colors and a warm atmosphere. In this season, you especially want the interior to reflect lightness, freshness and joy of lifeSummer trends in upholstery and furniture design emphasize these feelings - from natural fabrics to earthy tones and graceful shapes.

In this article, we will tell you what trends dominate the world of upholstered furniture this summer, and how to incorporate them into your interior without making radical changes.

🎨 1. Natural and pastel shades: calm and freshness

Summer interior is, first of all, color mood. This summer in fashion:

  • 🌿 Light green (color of sage, pistachio, mint)

  • 🏖️ Sand and beige - like muted rays of sunlight

  • 🐚 Milky and creamy - versatile and lightweight

  • 🌅 Sky blue and peach - associations with vacation and the sea

🌈 These shades help visually expand the space, create a feeling of coolness and harmony. Particularly relevant in small rooms and studio apartments.

🌾 2. Natural fabrics: linen, cotton and microfiber

They are especially appreciated during the hot season. breathable, natural materialsAmong the summer's favorites:

  • Flax - environmentally friendly, durable and gives the upholstery a light texture

  • Cotton - pleasant to the touch, easy to clean and breathable

  • Microfiber - modern hypoallergenic material, resistant to fading and wear

💡 Summer upholstery should not only look good, but also be pleasant to the body, especially if you often sit at home in shorts or light clothing.

🌺 3. Floral and botanical prints

Don't go anywhere and bright accents, prints are especially popular:

  • Flowers (peony, lavender, poppy)

  • Foliage (palm leaves, eucalyptus)

  • Tropical motifs (fern, banana palm)

🌴 They look great on pillows, armchairs, poufs and decorative inserts on sofas. The main thing is not to overload the interior, but to use in moderation.

💫 4. Lightweight shapes and low rise

This summer's upholstered furniture should be:

  • Compact

  • Air

  • Minimalistic

🛋️ Massive sofas with bulky armrests are a thing of the past. In fashion low rise, streamlined shapes, open legs And modules that can be easily transformed.

This design fits perfectly into modern apartments and gives a feeling of space and freedom.

🧵 5. Furniture with covers: practicality and summer upgrade

One of the trends has become removable textiles — covers for sofas, armchairs, pillows. This is convenient for several reasons:

  • Can renew upholstery without completely replacing the furniture

  • Summer covers are often made of lightweight materials.

  • Easy to wash and clean after picnics, ice cream or pets

🌟 The perfect way to refresh your interior for summer without spending a lot of money.

🪑 6. Rattan, wood and wicker elements

The summer trend is a return to natural structures and tactility:

  • Rattan backrests and armrests

  • Light wood inserts (oak, ash, birch)

  • Woven accents on legs, sides or decorative elements

Such furniture creates an atmosphere cottages, terraces, outdoor recreation, even if you live in a city apartment.

🌞 7. Resistance to UV and pollution

In sunny weather it is important that the upholstery is:

  • Resistant to fading

  • Did not absorb dust and moisture

  • Easy to clean

✔️ Furniture manufacturers are increasingly using innovative fabrics that do not fade, do not attract wool and dust and easily withstand high temperatures.

🛋️ 8. Modular sofas and transformers

In summer you want spontaneity and change. The following are relevant:

  • 📦 Modular sofas, which can be rearranged according to your mood

  • 🛏️ Transformable chairs and couches for rest and sleep

  • 🎒 Compact poufs with a drawer - convenient for storing blankets, games and small items

This approach makes the interior flexible, light and alive - exactly the way it should be in summer.

🧘 9. Softness and tactile comfort

More and more often, when choosing upholstery, the emphasis is on sensations from touch. Especially popular in summer furniture are:

  • Short pile velor - visually cools and is pleasant to the touch

  • Velvet sand - dusty effect, softness and discreet shine

  • Suede and nubuck — provide coziness even on cool summer evenings

Tactility is a new level of comfort and a way to create a truly relaxing interior.

💡 Helpful tips: how to incorporate summer trends into your home

  1. Don't change everything at once - start with decorative pillows, blankets, covers

  2. Add some light - use light-colored furniture and a minimum of massive shapes

  3. Combine textures — linen + wood, cotton + rattan

  4. Refresh the accents - new sofa legs, new handles or armrests

  5. Breathable upholstery - is a must, especially if there is no air conditioning

🔚 Summing up

Summer trends in upholstered furniture design are:

✅ Light and bright colors
✅ Natural materials and fabrics
✅ Compact forms
✅ Modularity and transformation
✅ Natural motifs in prints and textures

If you want to update your interior for the summer - start with upholstered furniture. Even small changes will give your home a a feeling of freshness, comfort and harmony with nature.

☀️ In Linea Rosso We create custom furniture that matches the season, style and your comfort. We will help you choose the perfect upholstery, shape and color - everything to make summer settle in your home!

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