5 Ways to Refresh Your Home This Summer

Summer in the Texas Hill Country feels like a deep exhale—longer days, open windows, slower dinners, and time with the people we love. It’s also the perfect season to take a fresh look at your home and ask: How can I make it feel more peaceful, more beautiful, and more me—without tearing it all apart?

If you’ve been craving a reset but don’t have the margin (or desire) for a full-scale renovation, here are five approachable, high-impact ways to refresh your spaces this summer—each one rooted in warmth, character, and livable luxury.

1. Rearrange & Restyle What You Already Have

One of the simplest ways to breathe new life into your home is to move things around. Re-style a bookshelf. Swap the rug in your bedroom with the one in your living room. Edit what’s on the coffee table. Less is often more, especially in summer.

Need a finishing touch? At Heirloom Shoppe, we curate vintage and new pieces that tell a story—worn clay pots, handwoven textiles, antique oil paintings, and soft linen pillows that instantly give soul to a space.

2. Shift to a Summer Color Palette

Summer calls for calm, organic hues. Think soft whites, aged terracotta, warm putty, olive green, and stormy blue. One of my favorite ways to make an impact right now is through color drenching—painting the walls, trim, and even the ceiling in the same soft, enveloping shade. A dusty blue, sea-glass green, or chalky greige can instantly make a room feel cohesive, calm, and quietly coastal.

As a designer, I offer color consultations that take into account your home’s light, architecture, and your personal style. Whether you’re local or long-distance, I’m here to help you get it right the first time.

3. Layer in Light, Natural Textures

Pack away heavy winter throws and velvet pillows, and reach for linen, cotton, jute, and woven textures. They instantly make a space feel breathable and effortless—like your favorite sundress.

Through Jessa Myer Interiors, we help source and layer textiles that bring dimension and character into a room. Need just a little guidance? Our “Designer by Your Side” service offers flexible, hourly support to help you make confident decisions.

4. Create a Guest-Ready Moment

Summer is full of drop-in guests, sleepovers, and long weekends with friends. Fresh bedding, a small stack of books, a carafe of water—tiny gestures go a long way in creating a welcoming environment.

I often work with clients to create guest retreats that feel cozy, uncluttered, and considered. Don’t forget to look at your powder bath too—fresh hand towels and a vintage mirror can elevate the entire space.

5. Bring the Outdoors In

In the Hill Country, nature is always close. Open your curtains wide. Set a vase of foraged branches on your dining table. Add an antique bench by the back door to hold muddy boots and straw hats.

Designing for connection—to the land, to each other, and to beauty—is always at the heart of what I do. Whether you’re starting from scratch or just need a nudge in the right direction, I’m here to help you create a home that feels like home.

Need a Little Help?

Whether you’re looking for full-service design or a seasonal refresh, Jessa Myer Interiors offers flexible, thoughtful services that meet you where you are. Visit jessamyerinteriors.com to learn more, or stop by Heirloom Shoppe in Marble Falls to explore our latest finds in person.

Here’s to creating spaces that feel as good as they look—all summer long.

With gratitude,
Jessa