7 Ways To Transition Your Space From Summer To Fall
















As summer fades, fall is just around the corner.
There’s no seasonal shift quite like it: from iced coffees to hot apple cider, beachwear to knit accessories and green leaves to red, orange and yellow — it’s the season that captivates everyone and everything around us. That’s why we’ve rounded up seven seasonal swaps to give your interiors the autumn treatment. From small additions to big projects, there’s something for everyone. Scroll down!

If you like… Gallery Walls
A timeless choice that adds creativity and interest to bedrooms and offices alike. In this Muskoka cottage, a mixed media gallery is a modern update to the classic interior.
- Photographer Alex Lukey
- Designer Margot Bell & Dasha Ricci
House & Home July 2019

Try: Woven Baskets
Swapping frames for round, textured baskets and sifters in woven, natural materials is an easy way to cozy up wall space. Plus, they’ll add character and dimension.
- Photographer Angus Fergusson
- Designer Christine Hanlon
House & Home October 2018

If you like… Rattan Pendants
Many will agree that lighting is everything, and rattan pendants have proven a great way to tie together breezy and beachy style from day to night.
- Photographer Janis Nicolay
- Designer Erin Chow
House & Home August 2016

Try: Candle Sconces
Warm things up with sculptural candle sconces made of warm materials like brass or black iron. They’ll elevate your lighting game and fill your rooms with a soft, amber glow.
- Photographer Wills & Prior
House & Home September 2020

If you like… Florals
Wallpaper and fresh blooms transform this bedroom by Sarah Richardson Design into an airy flower garden. You can almost smell the blossoms just from looking at it.
- Photographer Stacey Brandford
- Designer Sarah Richardson & Kate Stuart, Sarah Richardson Design
House & Home April 2019

Try: Foliage
Welcome fall in all of its glory with vibrant foliage. A rust or cranberry-colored vessel will complement the natural shades of the leaves.
- Photographer Alex Lukey
- Designer Mazen El-Abdallah
House & Home October 2018

If you like… Bold Blue
In one of the most rich and alluring shades of blue, this ranch-style kitchen is a guaranteed focal point for intimate dinners and family gatherings to come.
- Photographer Janis Nicolay
- Designer Jamie Banfield
House & Home Kitchen + Baths 2020

Try: Earthy Green
Stainless steel appliances and a crisp, white backsplash appear ever-sleek when paired with painted cabinets in a muddy olive. Add even the smallest accent of rusty orange for an extra touch of fall charm.
- Photographer Michael Graydon
- Designer Mandy Milks
House & Home Kitchen + Bath 2013

If you like… Shiny Hardware
A brass faucet and white bronze cabinet pulls offer a balanced look of shiny and new meets rustic and timeless.
- Photographer Lauren Miller
- Designer Shauna Walton
House & Home October 2020

Try: Matte Black
Edgy, elevated and a modern contrast to the mid-century modern aesthetic — matte black hardware is the perfect way to implement industrial elements in a romantic fashion. Paired with walnut cabinetry, the boldness of black stands out but remains natural.
- Photographer Angus Fergusson
- Designer Alison Milne
House & Home October 2017

If you like… Kilim Runners
Colorful, eccentric and lightweight, Kilim runners are an easy way to add a pop of vibrancy to otherwise tame spaces.
- Photographer Janis Nicolay
- Designer Peter Atkinson
House & Home May 2020

Try: Soft & Textured Rugs
Swap lightweight runners for cozy, textured rugs in faux fur, wool or a shaggy cotton blend. As cooler temperatures approach, a bit more thickness in your floor treatments will make living rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms appear more comfortable and inviting.
- Photographer Robin Stubbert
- Designer Susan Burns
House & Home October 2019

If you like… Colorful Wallpaper
Cheery wallpaper by Virginia Johnson balances a subtle design with an eye-catching pop of color.
- Photographer Virginia Johnson
House & Home May 2020

Try: Grasscloth Wallpaper
Transform the atmosphere of any space with grasscloth in a soft, nature-inspired hue. Feeling bold? Emphasize the texture of this organic and sophisticated material with a fall-friendly shade in woodsy brown or rich crimson.
- Photographer Andre Rider
- Designer Alexandre Blazys & Genoit Gérard, BlazysGérard
House & Home October 2018



