Looking to refresh your home this spring? Discover 7 simple interior design and lighting ideas to bring in colour, light and seasonal charm, plus some special lampshade inspiration…

Winter's behind us (we hope), and suddenly everything feels lighter. Buds are blooming, days are stretching – and it’s the perfect time to give your home a little seasonal refresh. Spring interiors are all about joy, colour, and bringing the outside in… and it doesn’t have to be a big upheaval. Just a few simple touches can make your space sing with spring.

Here are seven easy, cheerful ways to celebrate the season indoors.

1. Let the light in

Spring means longer days—and more lovely, natural light. So make the most of it! Swap heavy winter curtains for airy voiles, throw open the windows, and let your rooms breathe. If you’ve got a window that’s not overlooked, consider leaving it bare to frame your view and flood the space with sunshine.

And while we’re on the subject of light… This is the perfect time to switch up your lampshades. Choose cheerful colours, playful patterns or soft florals to echo the season. Think blossom pinks, fresh greens, duck egg blues – light and lovely in every way.

2. Bring the outdoors in

Spring flowers are nature’s own mood-boosters. Daffodils, tulips, hyacinths and narcissi—they’re easy to find and even easier to arrange. A few bunches from your local supermarket or flower farm, popped into a jug or vintage vase, and you’ve got instant spring style.

For bonus points (and scent), go for fragranced varieties like hyacinths or paperwhites. Or plant bulbs in pretty pots and watch them unfurl day by day.

3. Add a splash of spring colour

Spring has a colour palette all of its own—think soft pastels, zingy greens, and sunny yellows. You don’t need to repaint a whole room to bring it in. A cushion here, a lampshade there, a fresh throw on the sofa… even the smallest pops of colour can lift a space.

If you’re feeling brave, go bolder—an accent chair in leafy green or a piece of wall art in bright coral can give a room an instant spring awakening.

4. Refresh with texture and pattern

Spring is a time for lightness—not just in colour, but in feel. Swap out heavy winter textiles for breezier fabrics: linen table runners, cotton throws, soft pleated lampshades. Look for botanical prints, ditsy florals, and playful motifs that bring a smile.

Even changing one or two pieces – a patterned cushion, a rug in fresh hues – can make a big difference.

5. Embrace a spring clean (ish)

We’re not suggesting a full Marie Kondo overhaul (though we salute you if that’s your thing). But a little spring decluttering can do wonders for your home—and your mood. Clear surfaces, put away the winter clutter, and give everything a good dust.

Then stand back and admire your newfound space. Light-filled, flower-filled, and fresh as a daisy.

6. Try a touch of Scandi spring

Nobody does light and fresh quite like the Scandinavians. After their long, dark winters, spring is practically a national celebration—and their interiors reflect that. Think pale woods, white walls, sheer curtains, and a less-is-more approach.

You don’t have to go full fjord chic, but taking a little inspiration from Scandi style – like a simple pendant light, a touch of birch, or a softly pleated shade – can make your space feel bright, calm and ready for the season. Find more practical Scandi ideas in our post: Classic interior design styles and how to light them – Scandinavian

Bonus idea: try going curtain-free on one window if privacy allows. The daylight transformation can be surprisingly magical.

7. Bring spring to the bathroom

It’s easy to forget the bathroom when you’re updating interiors, but it’s a brilliant spot for a seasonal lift. Add a posy of scented narcissi to the windowsill, switch in a fresh bath mat in spring tones, or replace tired towels with zingy new ones.

And don’t forget the lighting—wall lights or a statement lampshade (yes, even in the bathroom if it's safe and permitted) can turn a functional space into a little sanctuary. Spring should feel good in every room, after all.

Light-touch transformation: Change up your lampshades for Spring

Changing up your lampshades is one of the easiest, most affordable and effective ways to give your home a fresh new look, without needing a major redecoration.

Here are a few favourites from the Pooky collection that are just bursting with springtime charm:

Hand-made marbled shade in Green and Blue Roya

A work of art in a lampshade. Swirls of watery spring green and soft blue—each one totally unique.

Straight empire shade in Toulouse silk

Gloriously sunny –- yet also elegant and warm.

Gathered lampshade in green block printed cotton

This fabulous fabric is hand blocked for us in Jaipur, India – the mossy green has proved to be one of our great sellers.

Straight empire shade in original Little Magnolia linen by GP & J Baker

This exuberant pattern is in the tradition of the flowering trees to be found in antique hand painted Chinese wall panels, and has become a design classic from the mighty G P & J Baker stable.

Find more inspiration and expert tips on our interiors blog and browse all our lamps and shades to find your perfect seasonal lighting.

See also:

Creating the mood: Spirit-lifting lighting for joy and energy

The seven elements of interior design – a guide to understanding and combining them

How home lighting affects your mood and wellbeing

Light and mood: Five ways to boost your wellbeing at home