What Our Team Has Been Loving This Summer
There’s just something about summer on Anna Maria Island. The beach days are in full swing, dinner al fresco, and we’re pulling out all the sundresses and sandals (unless we’re on a jobsite!) until further notice. It's also the time of year when we're naturally making little changes around the house, whether that's bringing home fresh flowers from the market, switching to lighter bedding, or finally trying that paint color we've been thinking about.
So, we thought we’d share what's inspiring our team this season. From home design ideas we're loving to summer scents, favorite foods, and what we're living in lately, here's a peek at what's making our 2026 summer a little brighter.
Jess | Owner & Principal Designer
Q: What is your go-to summer food or drink?
A: Prosecco.
Q: What scent reminds you of summer?
A: Gardenia and lemon verbena.
Q: What song has been on repeat lately?
A: Walking on Sunshine, of course.
Q: One home decor or design idea you're loving this season?
A: Changing all my pillows and bedding to soft greens and coral tones. It instantly makes the house feel lighter and brighter for summer.
Q: What are you wearing this summer?
A: Anything from Nomad Collection.
Bridgette | Senior Designer
Q: What is your go-to summer food or drink?
A: A Hugo Spritz, duh.
Q: What scent reminds you of summer?
A: Spiral jasmine.
Q: What song has been on repeat lately?
A: All the Debt I Owe by Caamp.
Q: One home decor or design idea you're loving this season?
A: I'm leaning toward a philosophy of having everything feel more curated and intentional, and I'm leaning away from trends.
Q: What are you wearing this summer?
A: Soft autumn neutrals and linen EVERYTHING.
Katie | Operations Manager
Q: What is your go-to summer food or drink?
A: I'm a sushi girl through and through, but if I had to pick another favorite, it'd be ceviche. And my drink all summer? Lemon water.
Q; What scent reminds you of summer?
A:Fresh flowers or a light, fresh scent in my diffuser.
Q: What song has been on repeat lately?
A: Choosing Texas by Ella Langley.
Q: One home decor or design trend you're loving this season?
A: A bold backsplash!
Q: What are you wearing this summer?
A: Anything light and linen. I've been especially loving yellows and pinks lately.
Cat | Architectural Designer
Q: What is your go-to summer food or drink?
A: Unsweet iced tea with lemon.
Q: What scent reminds you of summer?
A: Peonies.
Q: What song has been on repeat lately?
A: Be Her by Ella Langley.
Q: One home decor or design idea you're loving this season?
A: Painted window frames… an unexpected architectural detail that adds so much character!
Q: What are you wearing this summer?
A: Jean shorts, lightweight blouses, and flip-flops!
Katherine | Junior Designer
Q: What is your go-to summer food or drink?
A: Fresh strawberries.
Q: What scent reminds you of summer?
A: Sun Bum sunscreen. Nothing feels more like summer.
Q: What song has been on repeat lately?
A: I Knew It, I Know You by Taylor Swift.
Q: One home decor or design idea you're loving this season?
A: Adding paint or wallpaper to the ceiling.
Q: What are you wearing this summer?
A: Birkenstocks every chance I get.
Rain | Design Assistant
Q: What is your go-to summer food or drink?
A: Classic lemonade.
Q: What scent reminds you of summer?
A: Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt. Jess brought me a sample back from Italy when I first started, and I've loved it ever since!!
Q: What song has been on repeat lately?
A: A World Alone by Lorde.
Q: One home decor or design idea you're loving this season?
A: Adding pops of color to shutters, like the ones at Canal Cove. It's a fun way to bring personality to the exterior of a home.
Q: What are you wearing this summer?
A: I've been loving chartreuse lately. I have a dress, overalls, and even a beach cover-up in that color.
Bringing Summer Home
One of the things we love most about great design is that it meets you wherever you are. Maybe you're building a custom home from the ground up, renovating a single room, or simply looking for the perfect piece to freshen up your space for the season. Every home deserves thoughtful details that make it feel personal all year round!
Summer is all about creating spaces that feel relaxed, welcoming, and lived in, and that's exactly how we approach every project, whether we're designing an entire home or helping someone find the perfect piece to take home.
We hope our team's summer favorites gave you a little inspiration for the season. And if you're ready to transform your home, or you're just stopping by the shop while you're on the island, we'd love to help you create a space that feels uniquely yours.
