How to Prep Your Home for a Slower, Simpler Summer
What if this summer wasn’t about squeezing in more - but about creating space for less?
Less pressure.
Less clutter.
Less noise.
Less of the stuff that drains us… and more of what refills us.
If that sounds good to you, you’re not alone. There’s a quiet pull a lot of us feel this time of year - a longing for a slower, simpler summer. One where we’re more present, less reactive. One where we actually feel the warmth of the sun on our skin and taste our coffee before it goes cold. One where our days feel more like ours, even if the calendar still fills up faster than we’d like.
But here’s the thing: a fuller summer doesn’t just happen.
It starts at home.
Set Your Summer Intentions
Before you start opening drawers or moving baskets around, ask yourself - what do I want this summer to feel like?
Peaceful? Creative? Rejuvenating?
Do you want to read more? Cook less? Host a little more freely? Unplug for longer stretches?
Getting clear on how you want to feel and what you want to experience helps guide how your space should support you. Because every item in your home either invites more ease - or asks something of you. Summer is the perfect time to reset.
The Seasonal Edit: Out with the 'Just-in-Case'
Start by looking at what’s not serving the season ahead.
Heavy layers and boots that can be stored or donated
Toys, tools, or decor that scream "school year chaos"
Overflowing surfaces that make it hard to breathe, let alone rest
Clear the things that feel out of sync with sunshine, windows open, and slower dinners. Not because your house needs to look like a magazine - but because clutter competes for your attention. And if you're craving presence, stillness, or even adventure, you'll need some mental space to access it.
Create Zones That Support Summer Living
You don’t need to remodel your home - just rethink how it functions.
A calm entryway to drop sandals, grab sunscreen, and reset between outings.
An accessible outdoor basket for bubbles, books, or citronella candles - whatever makes you go outside more.
A simplified kitchen with clear counters, your favorite summer mugs or glasses, and fewer gadgets you won’t use until November.
These small changes help your home reflect the season you’re in, not just the one you’re holding onto out of habit.
Why This Matters (and Why It’s Worth It)
When your home is aligned with your life, everything feels just a bit easier.
You’re not digging through drawers for swimsuits.
You’re not overwhelmed by cleaning before inviting someone over.
You’re not spending your off time managing the house - you’re living in it.
Decluttering becomes less about organizing stuff, and more about making space for your life to show up. Fully.
Summer Goals That Aren’t About Productivity
This summer, what if your biggest achievements looked like:
Being fully present for a conversation with someone you love
Trying something new just because it delights you
Saying “yes” to a spontaneous plan without worrying about the mess
Enjoying your own company in a tidy, light-filled room
Let your home be a soft place to land.
A calm place to launch from.
A clear place to dream in.
Your Home, as a Stepping Stone
A slower, simpler summer isn’t about perfection. It’s about intention.
And you don’t have to wait for everything to be just right before you begin. Sometimes, clearing one drawer, or putting away the heavy throw blankets, or donating the extra mugs you never use - that’s enough to shift the whole energy.
Because when your space is lighter, you become lighter.
And that’s when the good stuff starts to show up.
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Need a little help getting started? That’s what I’m here for. Whether it's a summer reset, a room refresh, or a full seasonal overhaul, let’s create a home that gives back to you.
✨ Here’s to a slower, simpler summer - with more joy, less stress, and just the right amount of sun-drenched magic.
