20 Must Have Summer Home Essentials: An Interior Designer's Curated Guide for Decorating, Entertaining, and Living in Style

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As we dive into the summer season, ensuring your home is equipped with the right essentials can make all the difference in staying comfortable and relaxed during the warmer months. From cooling products to outdoor gear, having the necessary items on hand can enhance your summer experience at home. Let's explore a range of essential products that can help you beat the heat and fully enjoy this season right from the comfort of your own home.

  1. Outdoor Patio Furniture: Create a comfortable and inviting outdoor space with durable and stylish patio furniture.

  2. Grill: A must-have for summer gatherings - choose from charcoal, gas, or electric grills based on your preference.

  3. Coolers and Ice Buckets: Keep your drinks chilled and easily accessible for guests.

  4. Citronella Candles: Ward off pesky insects while adding ambient lighting to your outdoor areas.

  5. Outdoor Dinnerware Set: Elevate your al fresco dining experience with shatterproof outdoor dinnerware.

  6. Hammock or Swing: Create a relaxing oasis with a cozy hammock or swing.

  7. Outdoor Rugs: Define your outdoor spaces with stylish and weather-resistant rugs.

  8. String Lights: Add a magical touch to your outdoor gatherings with twinkling string lights.

  9. Woven Baskets: Stay cool and have fun with an inflatable pool, perfect for both kids and adults.

  10. Outdoor Speakers: Set the mood with outdoor speakers for music and entertainment.

  11. Sun Umbrella or Gazebo: Provide shade and protection from the sun with a stylish umbrella or gazebo.

  12. Drink Dispenser: Keep your favorite summer beverages easily accessible for guests.

  13. Outdoor Games: Keep guests entertained with outdoor games like cornhole, bocce ball, or giant Jenga.

  14. Planters and Pots: Add a touch of greenery to your outdoor space with stylish planters and pots.

  15. Towel + Sunscreen Station: Keep guests protected from the sun with a sunscreen station stocked with SPF options.

  16. Portable Fans: Stay cool on hot summer days with portable fans for outdoor spaces.

  17. Outdoor Blankets: Provide cozy comfort for chilly evenings with outdoor blankets.

  18. Bar Cart: Serve up cocktails and beverages in style with a chic outdoor bar cart.

  19. Fire Pit: Extend your outdoor entertaining into the night with a fire pit for roasting marshmallows and keeping warm.

  20. Outdoor Cushions and Pillows: Add comfort and style to your outdoor furniture with weather-resistant cushions and pillows.

Stock up on these 20 summer home essentials to ensure you can entertain and live in style all season long. Enjoy the sunshine, good company, and stylish surroundings with these must-have items for your summer home.

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Aidan Lammers

I am an emerging interior designer by education and longtime artist. As my first blog and ecommerce shop, The Curative Company, LLC has been created for you with much passion to show the curation of design from the perspective of a creative. Learn more about my company and I here.

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