Summer Nursery Interiors

With longer days and beautiful sunlight filling our homes, summer is the perfect time to refresh your little ones spaces. 

Whether you're preparing for a new arrival or simply looking to breathe new life into your child's room, embracing a light, natural aesthetic creates a space that feels calm, welcoming and designed to grow alongside your family.

At PlayFaire, we're seeing a growing love for Scandinavian-inspired interiors that combine beautiful craftsmanship with practical design. Think warm oak tones, soft linens, gentle colour palettes and furniture that will last for years not just seasons.

Here are my favourite ways to create the perfect summer nursery.

This summer, natural oak is taking centre stage.

Unlike cooler white finishes, oak instantly brings warmth and character to a nursery while still maintaining the clean, minimalist feel Scandinavian interiors are known for. Its beautiful grain adds texture without overwhelming the room, making it easy to pair with neutral décor, soft pastels and earthy accessories.

The newest addition to our collection is the Oliver Furniture Oak Range a timeless collection designed to grow with your child.

Crafted from sustainably sourced oak and finished with the exceptional attention to detail Oliver Furniture is renowned for, each piece balances contemporary design with heirloom quality. The soft rounded corners, seamless craftsmanship and warm natural finish create furniture that looks just as beautiful years from now as it does today.

Rather than following short-lived trends, oak offers a timeless foundation that can evolve as your child's personality grows.

One of the biggest shifts in nursery design is moving away from furniture that's only suitable for the baby years.

Parents are increasingly choosing pieces that adapt alongside their children, reducing waste whilst providing long-term value.

The Sebra Bed, Baby & Jr. is one of the most iconic examples of this philosophy.

Originally inspired by the classic Danish Juno bed, the Sebra Bed transforms through several stages of childhood—from a newborn cot to a junior bed—allowing families to enjoy one beautifully crafted piece for many years.

Its elegant curved edges and understated Scandinavian design make it effortless to style within both modern and traditional homes.

Combined with natural oak furniture and soft textiles, it creates a nursery that's both practical and effortlessly beautiful.

Summer nurseries don't need bright colours to feel joyful.

Instead, focus on gentle shades inspired by nature:

• Warm oat

• Sand

• Sage green

• Soft olive

• Dusty blue

• Pale terracotta

• Cream

• Linen

Layering these muted tones creates a calming environment for sleep while allowing wooden furniture to become the focal point of the room.

Accessories such as cushions, canopies, storage baskets and wall décor can easily be updated throughout the seasons without needing to replace your larger furniture pieces.

Nothing creates a relaxed summer feeling quite like natural textures.

Mix together:

• Linen bedding

• Organic cotton blankets

• Woven baskets

• Rattan lighting

• Wooden toys

• Wool rugs

• Oak furniture

The result is a summer nursery filled with warmth and texture whilst remaining wonderfully uncluttered.

Natural materials also age beautifully, developing character over time rather than wearing out.

As babies become toddlers, the nursery naturally evolves into somewhere to explore as well as sleep.

Create a dedicated play corner using open shelving, wooden toys and low-level storage that encourages independence.

Simple additions such as a soft play mat, a basket of books and a few carefully chosen wooden toys create an inviting environment without overwhelming the space.

Keeping toys visible but organised also encourages children to engage in independent play whilst maintaining the calming aesthetic of the room.

Summer offers an abundance of beautiful natural light.

Position your cot or bed away from direct sunlight while allowing the room to feel bright throughout the day.

Layer sheer curtains with blackout blinds to give you flexibility as bedtime routines continue during lighter evenings.

Mirrors can also help bounce light around the room, making even smaller nurseries feel more spacious.

One of my favourite ways to embrace summer is by creating spaces that flow effortlessly from indoors to the garden. A cosy reading nook in the bedroom can become the perfect spot for afternoon sunshine outside, while soft seating can move wherever little adventures happen.

The Wigiwama Outdoor Collection has been designed with exactly this in mind. Crafted from durable, outdoor-friendly fabrics, the Wigiwama collection includes beautifully designed beanbags, ottomans and cushions that are just as at home in a playroom as they are on the patio or lawn.

Whether it's story time under the shade of a tree, building dens in the garden or relaxing indoors on rainy days, these versatile pieces make it easy to create comfortable spaces wherever your family spends time.

The best children's interiors aren't designed for just one season—they evolve with your family throughout the year.

By choosing timeless furniture, natural materials and versatile accessories that can move between rooms and even outdoors, you can create a home that feels calm, functional and full of personality.

At PlayFaire, we carefully curate collections that combine beautiful design with everyday practicality. From heirloom-quality nursery furniture to soft furnishings that adapt to every stage of childhood, our aim is to help families create spaces they'll love for years to come.

This summer, embrace slower mornings, longer evenings and the simple joy of creating beautiful spaces for little ones to play, rest and grow (both inside and out).

Whether you're welcoming your first baby, refreshing an existing nursery or adding the finishing touches for summer, our carefully curated collection brings together beautifully designed Scandinavian furniture, décor and soft furnishings made to grow with your family.

From the timeless craftsmanship of the Oliver Furniture Oak Range and the iconic Sebra Bed to the versatile Wigiwama collection, designed to bring comfort both indoors and out, you'll find thoughtfully chosen pieces that help create beautiful spaces for every stage of childhood.

Because the best family spaces are the ones that evolve with you, through every season.