Asheville's long summer days offer a golden opportunity to brighten up your living spaces with abundant natural light. Not only does this create a cheerful atmosphere, but it can also reduce your reliance on artificial lighting, potentially lowering your energy bills. Here are some design tips to help you maximize natural light in your home:

Reflective Surfaces

Incorporate materials that bounce light around the room. Consider:

• Glossy tile flooring

• Polished stone countertops

• Metallic accents or fixtures

• Mirrors strategically placed opposite windows

Light Color Palettes

Opt for light, airy colors on your walls, ceilings and large furniture pieces. White, cream, pale gray and soft pastels reflect more light than dark colors. Don't forget about your cabinets – light-colored or white cabinets can significantly brighten a kitchen or bathroom.

Window Treatments

Choose sheer or light-filtering curtains that allow sunlight to penetrate while still providing privacy. For rooms requiring darkness (like bedrooms), install layered window treatments that can be fully opened during the day.

Glass Doors

Replace solid interior doors with frosted glass versions to allow light to flow between rooms. For exterior doors, consider models with large glass panels.

Light-Colored Flooring

Choose light-colored flooring options like pale wood, light-toned tile or neutral carpets to reflect more light upwards into the room.

Open Floor Plans

If you're considering a renovation, an open floor plan allows light to travel further into your home's interior.

At HomeSource Design Center, we offer a wide range of products to help you maximize natural light in your home – from reflective tile and countertop materials to light-colored cabinetry and flooring options. 

Our design experts can help you create a bright, airy space that makes the most of Asheville's beautiful summer sunshine. Visit us to explore how you can bring more natural light into your home!