It’s one of my favorite blogging days of the year! Our 2020 summer home tour has arrived! It’s no secret that summer is by far my favorite season and I love everything about it. And that includes decorating both indoors and outdoors! Today I’m teaming up with Marty from A Stroll Thru Life, along with 30 other bloggers to bring you my tour. Once you’ve taken my tour in this post, you can visit all the other homes via the links at the end of this post afterwards. If you’re stopping in from It All Started With Paint, welcome!
Two weeks ago, I shared my summer decorating ideas and plans and now I’m sharing the real-life version of the spaces with a few changes I made along the way! Let’s jump into it.
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Welcome to our home! I literally took this picture of our front porch last night as the sun was setting, because I’ve been super proactive about taking our home tour photos. Ha! Not only that, it wasn’t until after I took all my photos, I realized I had my wide-angle lens on the whole time. So, objects in photos may appear larger than they are in real life or however the saying goes on rear-view mirrors 😉
After painting most of the exterior White Dove a few years ago, we’ve recently been contemplating painting the stone. I’d love to hear your thoughts! We don’t really have a ton of interest in tearing it off since it wraps around the side of our house too. If you’re interested in any of the other paint colors in our home, be sure to check out my post on our whole house paint colors.
PORCH SOURCES: Lantern Wall Sconces | Plaid Door Mat | Hand Blocked Outdoor Rug | Citrus Wreath
Outside of the fall and Christmas season, our entryway basically hasn’t changed since February of 2019. Our striped rug pairs so well with our door color it’s hard to change! Not only that, it’s basically indestructible since it’s indoor/outdoor
ENTRYWAY SOURCES: Striped Rug | Lantern Pendant Chandelier | Striped Wood Cabinet | Mirror | Faux Lemon Tree | Door Color: Benjamin Moore Water’s Edge
As we move down the hallway, we have our courtyard to the left of this photo (more on that later) and our powder bath and mud room to the right.
Although it’s nearly impossible to photograph (and to erase the camera reflection in the mirror), this little vignette is one of my favorites in our house. Even if it really isn’t complete. I’m still learning how to style a double decker table!
ENTRYWAY HALLWAY SOURCES: Pillowtop Bench | Striped Pillow | Block Print Pillow | Console Table | Striped Stools | Similar Mirror | Wicker Chain | Dipped Vase | Faux Viburnum Stems (similar here) | Swing Arm Sconces | Abstract Art (HomeGoods – old) | Wood Bowl (At Home – old)
Further down the hallway we move into our kitchen. I didn’t change much from our spring home tour, but did add in some orange greenery stems and I’m loving how they look paired with all the blue!
I only have three orange stems in this vase but they make such an impact in our kitchen!
There are few things that make me happier than seeing all the greenery outside of our windows come to life! It’s such a different vibe than when every thing is barren or covered in snow in the winter months. So I try not to compete too much with the views outside this time of year.
So happy I went with these orange stems this year! They have such a happy vibe!
KITCHEN SOURCES: Counter Stools | Basket Pendant Lights  | Striped Runner Rug | Faux Orange Stems | Similar Glass Vase | Faux Orange Topiary | Large White Ceramic Dot Vase | Natural Wood Serving Board | White Serving Board | Small White Ceramic Dot Vase | Similar Faux Asparagus Fern | Sunday Suppers Cookbook | Similar Recipe Book Stand | Island Paint Color: Benjamin Moore Providence Blue
As we leave the kitchen we head into the living room.
In the summer months, I love using blues and neutrals to compliment the scenery outside. This embroidered pillow and striped lumbar were the perfect additions!
One of the few changes we made in our living room was swapping out our gallery wall for this oversized palm art. I’m absolutely loving it here for the summer months. I’ll likely bring back the gallery wall in the fall and winter months but this was a fun change for now!
From this angle you can get a peek out onto our covered patio. We have big plans for that space and I hope to share more about that soon! Maybe even tomorrow if I can get my act together. Otherwise, hopefully sometime later this week or early next week!
LIVING ROOM SOURCES: Striped Rug | Linen Sofas | Spindle Chairs (similar here) | Embroidered Blue Pillow | Striped Lumbar Pillow | Solid Linen Pillow | Striped Throws | Raffia Coffee Table | Similar Wood Chain | Similar Vase | Faux Greenery Stems | Woven Stools | Oversized Palm Art | Gallery Wall Frames (similar here) | Dough Bowl | Lamps | Frame TV | Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree | Seagrass Basket
I had every intention of also getting our dining room ready for this home tour, but life intervenes. So, I promise to share it soon! I’m hopeful the old chairs will be sold shortly so I can get it all photographed! But you can see a little peek in the photo below!
And, although the office isn’t necessarily photo-worthy because I don’t really consider it “done”, I thought I’d share how it looks today! For those that are new here, our home office sits just to the right of our entryway and before you go upstairs, and has been a recent work in progress.
We recently painted our board and batten wall Simply White from Benjamin Moore. It was BM Hale Navy for several years, and while we loved it, we were ready for a change and to lighten things up a bit! I was hoping to find a pretty blue/gray color I loved, but couldn’t finalize a color. So, I went with Simply White since it was one of the few colors I had on-hand the past few months. You can read more about our makeover plans in this post. Regardless of how we move forward, we definitely need to get a rug back in here ASAP though to protect the floors from our rolling chairs.
One of the best decisions we made in this whole mini-makeover was moving this cane cabinet from our entryway into our office. We were needing something to hide our new printer/scanner combo since it had been sitting on the floor for nearly a year. This is very much an active, working office, so it’s great to bring some more function back into the space!
HOME OFFICE SOURCES: Cane Cabinet | Wood Desks | Linen Chairs | Striped Pillows | Striped Curtains | Bookcases | White Wood Bead Chandelier | Similar Desk Lamps | Faux Fern Pots | Abstract Art | Marble Chain | White Bamboo Lamp – HomeGoods (old)
As we head upstairs, I recently added this family photo gallery wall and it’s one of my favorite spots in our home.
I now can’t believe I left this wall empty for seven years! These oversized frames are massive and do such a nice job of filling up all the empty space.
HALLWAY & STAIRWELL SOURCES: Gallery Wall Frames (similar here) | Similar Orb Chandeliers | ‘It Is Well’ Canvas | Sconce Lights
As we head into our den, I only made a few minor changes for summer.
I used pillows I already had on hand for the sofa, and also found the fan palm stems in storage. I’m loving this combo in here!
Our cats loving having a bench or ottomans under the window so they can look out. These striped ottomans are the perfect height for them!
I don’t think I’ve ever shown this view before, but I wanted to share the shutter cabinet in the space! It looks so much cleaner than the open shelving I had before and I’m so happy with it!
DEN SOURCES: Sectional | Rug | Storage Coffee Table | Faux Fan Palm | Dipped Vase | Scallop Light Fixture | Grosgrain Ribbon Cordless Roman Shades | Similar Rattan Mirror | Striped Ottomans | TV Stand | Palm Print Pillow | Similar Block Print Pillow | Striped Tassel Pillow | Shutter Storage Cabinet | Similar Recycled Glass Beads
As we move into our master bedroom, I didn’t change much other than our bedding and adding in some lemon stems.
I kept our vacation print photos in our gallery wall. I still love waking up to them each morning!
I’m so happy we finally decided on a dresser this past year! I can finally show photos of the other side of our bedroom!
These lemon stems are so good for summer, and I love every little detail on our round mirror! Most of our vacation photos on the gallery wall are from Italy so the faux lemons tie in perfectly.
MASTER BEDROOM SOURCES: Similar Bed | Blue Euro Shams & Bedding | Paisley Lumbar Pillow | Cane Nightstands | Bead Chandelier | Faux Potted Maidenhair Fern | Manzanita Branch | Faux Olive Tree | Jute Rug | Dresser Lamp | Nightstand Lamps | Gallery Wall Frames | Striped Curtains | Curtain Rod | Bench | Dresser | Round Grid Mirror | Similar Ceramic Vase | Faux Lemon Stems
And while I didn’t make any changes in our main guest bedroom for summer, I feel like the spring look that remains works just as well for the summer months!
The abstract beach art is still one of my favorites ever!
GUEST BEDROOM SOURCES: Upholstered Bed | Windowpane Plaid Bedding | Plaid Lumbar Pillow | Bead Chandelier | Striped Rug | Raffia Nightstands | White Ceramic Lamps (come as a set of two) | Abstract Beach Art | Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree (this is the 5’4″ size) | Mirrors | Similar Drapes | Cane Chair | Striped Pillow
And as I mentioned I would, I’m circling back now to the courtyard just off our entryway. Our office and dining room also look onto this area and it’s one of the most unique features of our home.
Because I like to live on the edge, I totally changed this area within the last few days, just in time for the tour. I sold our old fire pit set, and assembled a pair of our new swivel chairs. I still have another pair to assemble, but after Kurtis power-washed the space, I couldn’t wait to get it all set up! We also strung our new shatterproof string lights this past week and they add such a great ambiance to the space. We had some wine after dinner out here last night and I’m so glad we got this spot back into shape!
I can’t wait to get the other two chairs in here since it’s a little barren otherwise. In the meantime, here’s the view from the two chairs we do have assembled: our wall and the sweetest smelling honeysuckle! It was so fragrant yesterday while I was assembling these two chairs!
COURTYARD SOURCES: Swivel Chairs | Shatterproof String Lights | Hibiscus Topiary | Sweet Potato Vines | Similar Resin Planters | Wall Lanterns (old – Lowe’s) | Faux Stone Fence Panels | Honeysuckle
And since we’re in the outdoors, I’ll leave you with our backyard. This is the heart and soul of our home in the summertime!
It’s hard to believe this is our fifth year with the pool! I’m hoping to write a five year review with tips and thoughts later this summer!
We love having breakfast out on our covered patio a few mornings each week! I’m hoping to share some more details soon about our plans out here! But in the meantime, I’m hoping to add some of the shatterproof string lights out here as well!
POOL DECK & COVERED PATIO SOURCES: White & Navy Blue Conversation Set | Chaise Lounge Chairs | Striped Umbrellas | White Planter Boxes | Tall Planters | Striped Sunbrella Pillows | Reversible Pool Towels | Hibiscus Topiary | Sweet Potato Vines | Round Dining Table | Similar Outdoor Bistro Chairs | Striped Outdoor Curtains | Rug
I hope you enjoyed our 2020 summer home tour!
The next stop on the tour is my friend Heather at Setting For Four. She’ll be sharing her summer home tour first thing tomorrow morning. In the meantime, following are all the other stops on the tour!
Monday
Tuesday
Setting For Four, Duke Manor Farm, Decor To Adore, House By Hoff, Inspiration For Moms, Pink Peppermint Design
Wednesday
Thursday
Seeking Lavender Lane, StoneGable, Designing Vibes, Citrineliving, Our Southern Home, Southern State Of Mind
Friday
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Love, love the large palm print in that space! All beautiful!
Love your new updates and outdoor views Sarah! Love that new palm print and your summer pillows are gorgeous! Have a fabulous summer friend!! Xo Heather
Your home tours are my favorite! Gives me so many ideas for my house. 💙 Absolutely beautiful! And I think the exterior stone being painted would be great. More cohesive with the interior of the house being so light and bright! And giving more of the coastal look. But it’s beautiful either way!
Please don’t paint that stone! It gives depth and character to the space. I’m so jealous of it! Lol! Just asking if you’re happy with your PB living room sofa? How do u find those lumbar cushions?
Your home is absolutely stunning! Love LOVE your bedroom and that overhead shot of your outdoor space!
Absolutely gorgeous. I love your home and your backyard is amazing. What a great tour, your home is so beautiful and full of inspiration. The soft blue and white throughout is so perfect for summer. I really like that big palm print too and your gallery upstairs is such a pretty addition. Thanks so much for such a nice tour of your home.
Oh wow Sarah! It just keeps getting better! This is your best tour ever. I’m loving the big changes and the small ones. Your living room is perfect….the office…really nice!
The courtyard , love it so much. I’d love to comment on each room….but you have inspired me to get moving (again!) I must get busy 🙂
It’s HOT here in KS…..I know it’s hot there too, enjoy your summer in that gorgeous home the two of you have created. (I did miss seeing photos of the kitties, but I know they’ll be back) Thanks for this beautiful tour!
Love your house, inside and out! Love the new fern print; it’s perfect for that spot. Please do NOT paint the stone. It adds dimension and interest to the exterior. AND it could potentially be a maintenance nightmare, especially if the job is not done right. I once lived in a painted brick house and say this from experience.
Love the home tour and your stone painted (like you did with the fireplace) would be amazing! 🙂
Such a bright and happy summer vibe in your home Sarah! LOVE it all! Can you source the lamps on the buffet in your living room next to the palm print and also wondering what size is the Sea glass print in the guest room behind the fiddle leaf fig.
Wishing you a lovely summer!
Mary
Your Summer Home Tour is always one of my favorite posts of the year! I love the small changes that you do and how they make such a huge impact.
Since you are thinking about painting the stone. Have you thought about trying a sample of RomaBio? You can paint it on some of the stone and then wash it off up to 5 days later. I think it would be a great way to try before you buy. Or you can probably use Canva to try it out virtually.
I love your home!
AMAZING!!! I love every room and every detail. Well done.
Don’t paint the stone!! I think it adds a great raw texture. Plus, it sets your house apart from ALL the white/black houses popping up. I also think about when this trend wears off and in 10+ years you want to change up the look again. You’ll be limited with white painted stone. Keep it!!
Rest of the house – looks amazing!! Team Coastal Vibe for ALL THE THINGS!
Gorgeous! Lovely summer home tour. I just ordered a pair of the outdoor swivel chairs and I was so excited to see how they look all set up in your courtyard, now I can’t wait for them to arrive! I have a question about your sofa. I have the same Pottery Barn York sofa with the same fabric and I was wondering how you got the skirt so smooth? Do you have any tips you can share? Is there a steamer you can recommend that works well on the sofa?
Thanks, Sarah! Have a wonderful summer!
I wouldn’t paint the stone either!! I love the warm color of the stone with the house and dark windows!
And do you really want the upkeep with painted stone? I don’t think people think of that when they paint
it, but it will only look good for a certain amount of years then you will need to repaint again!
Love your house!! Are your windows brown or black? Looking at a remodel and we were thinking bronze
windows.
Oh wow! So gorgeous Sarah! When can I move in? I love the subtle coastal touches throughout your home and your backyard space is just amazing. Have a wonderful summer!
Sarah…where do I even begin?! Your home was always beautiful, but it never ceases to amaze me just how talented you are and what impeccable taste you have. Stunning, girl!
So lovely!!!! Just wondering if you have ever seen a less expensive version of the big Pottery Barn frames … love the size and impact but need a more budget friendly option that is not heavy black 🙂 Thanks!!
You whole home is so beautiful, light, bright and inviting! Thanks for giving us the full tour!
Everything looks fresh and clean and neat and you are ready to enjoy your beautiful outdoor space. I love to be outside working in my yard and you have an amazing landscaped yard.
Hi Sarah.
My vote is to have the stone lime washed using the romabio paint. I think it will look better lime washed and it will reflect your style better. The dark stone dates it in my opinion.
Good luck deciding. I always love your home tours.
Jen
Your home is a perfect summer home indoors and out! All of that gorgeous light streaming in and the blue accessories throughout is gorgeous! The pool, patio and landscaping is dreamy too. I would never want to leave!
Beautiful tour. Have a great summer!
Sarah you have truly created a dazzling summer home. Everything feels fresh and cheerful. So happy to be on tour with you!
Such a beautiful tour! I love each and every room and your outdoor spaces and the blues and whites. Your kitchen lighting and the orange branches are so wonderful! Fun to tour with you!
I thought I’d accidentally clicked on something and the page went over to a magazine! The most beautiful magazine ever! I love your summer look and girl, that has to be the cleanest, most organized house in all the land. Love it all. Can I come vacay there?! Pinned
I just love your house Sarah! It’s so gorgeous! I, of course, am all for painting the stone! I know people say that you’ll lose dimension, but you really don’t in my opinion, especially because you can still se the dimension of the stone once it’s painted! I thought after you painted your house that you should do the stone too!!
Also, I just love those swivel chairs you got for the courtyard. When you posted them, they were already out of stock!! Darnit! And I cannot believe you’ve had your pool for 5 summers already. I remember reading all of your progress posts. I looked forward to them all! Such a cool transformation!
Sarah, your home gets more and more gorgeous every time I visit! I just love everything about it and your impeccable style, my friend! Your office looks amazing btw!! Happy summer! xo
I’ve loved you home from the first time I found you! It’s such a pretty combo of causal elegance.
Perfect! And the exterior is just as lovely.
Happy Summertime ~ Shannon
Your home is the perfect summer home! I love that artwork piece in your office!
It’s fun touring with you!
Happy day!
karianne
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home . Your hard work and love for decorating is so appreciated. Sooo worth it!,,,
I’m scrolling through gorgeous picture after picture thinking, “this is my dream home,” and then you end with the court yard and the pool!!!! OMG! Love everything about your home dressed up for summer … or any time of the year!!! 🙂 Linda
everything looks so beautiful!
Beautiful home. Very clean look. Don’t paint the stone. It’s pretty and the trend will change. 😊
Your home is one of my absolute favorites. It’s so light, bright and beautiful especially for summer. xo
Best presentation on house tour I have seen. May ask your wall color, it appears to beadifferentshade then the trim white.
Thank you! They are both actually Benjamin Moore Simply White but the walls are eggshell and the trim is semi-gloss, so the trim seems to reflect more light and look a tiny bit brighter.
Wow, your home is so lovely!! It looks like such a refreshing place to be during the summer- I’m jealous! Probably my favorite area in your home has to be kitchen, the decor and cabinets are stunning. I’m having my kitchen cabinets redone by a local cabinet painter and am thinking of using a white paint color that is similar to yours. My only concern is that the white cabinets will show dust and grime faster than other colors. Have you found this to be the case or is it easy to keep your white cabinets looking clean?