Make simple tweaks in home décor to get a wonderful makeover for summer. Few tips like packing away rugs, choosing subtle hues and rearrangement of furniture in house would make your house look elegant and beautiful Try these.

If you seek a fresh feel, paint your home in light blue or soothing white. Bring in floral prints and pastel colors this summer. Go for lighter fabrics as well as cool prints to get good breezy vibrations to home.

Remove the carpets and rugs from living room and give a chance to breath to your feet. There is nothing like walking barefoot on stone or cold marble.

Rearrange your furniture to get a new look and ensure that the furniture is not in direct sunlight. If you want a great alternate seating option, look for floor cushions, low seated chairs and day beds.

Create a small activity area for kids in a cooler area of the house so that your kids can hang around during a two month break of summer vacation. This would be a great space for kids to stay occupied and have their own space at home. Make the area bright with toys, bean bags and books.

Cool idea for hot summer is to have a patio swing in lawn or balcony. Another good idea is to have a hammock.

-Sumana