Decorating & Design
June 12, 2020
15 Sunset-Inspired Rooms To Satisfy Your Wanderlust
Some of the simplest pleasures in life come from the beauty of nature, and when summer rolls around, sunsets take the number one spot. Even better? Watching them on a beach in Italy or from the mountains of Switzerland. From dreamy shades of pink to cheery yellows, Instagram-worthy sunsets are the ideal inspiration for a summer color palette. Click through for some of House & Home’s favorite sunset-inspired rooms that will satisfy your wanderlust.
Designer Emily Griffin is an expert when it comes to decorating with color. An ochre rolled-arm sofa, paired with pillows in shades of pink, works perfectly with the orange baskets that adorn this living room’s walls.
See more of this cheerful Victorian on H&H TV.
Sam Sacks designed her daughter’s bedroom with a look that she could easily grow into. Statement shades of orange and pink pair perfectly with a chic raffia headboard for a touch of seaside sophistication.
Designer Colette van den Thillart’s Barbados vacation home is a tropical dream, especially the relaxed living room with a playful coral palette — the epitome of vacation vibes.
Pretty shades of pink create a dreamy hideaway in this little girl’s bedroom by artist, writer and entrepreneur Alexandra Bennett. Kids’ spaces are a great place to experiment with bold color combinations!
Notice-me orange shelves and a golden-yellow credenza give this living room sunset potential. Shop owner Denise Zidel masters the mix of vibrant color with statement art and objects from her travels.
See more of this global-inspired home on H&H TV.
Guests are sure to wake up in a cheery mood in this bright bedroom. Paired with a striped orange rug, the zesty headboard, bedskirt and accent pillow pack a punch.
Bold yellow cabinets add summer charm to this minimalist kitchen. The bowl of oranges and cobalt blue faucet carry the sunset theme home.
Tie-dye wallpaper in soft shades of pink and sand give this Cali-cool powder room — designed by Sam Sacks — a fresh summer feel.
Designer Sabrina Albanese played with pink and touches of terracotta in her 700-square-foot condo’s chic, feminine entryway.
See more of this fashionable small space on H&H TV.
H&H senior market editor Kai Ethier created a fun reading nook full of luxe shades and graphic patterns with a perfect view of the sky. The deep terracotta and turquoise hues mimic the ocean at dusk.
In the Princess Margaret Spring Showhome, designer Sarah Baeumler created a tech-free kids’ space with a ceiling reminiscent of a candy-colored sky. Whimsical fixtures give the illusion of fluffy clouds hanging above.
If you’re hesitant to combine all of the sunset hues in one space, stick with one color and use it as your focal point. A saturated orange rug adds a bold touch to this luxe living room designed by Jennifer Worts.
Designer Christine Johnson plays with pattern and color to create a visually dynamic living room in this Toronto condo. Two main sunset hues take center stage: vibrant coral and bright mustard.
This rich dining room plays with an array of deep tones to create a moody — but bright — atmosphere. Pink, red and purple is one of our favorite sunset palettes.
In this quirky Montreal home, statement pinks and deep blues create a kitchen that resembles a sunset arriving at twilight.