A gorgeous gem in the rolling low desert, Phoenix is known for its classic Southwestern influences on homes and living spaces. This shows through with magazine-ready polish, from authentic adobe construction elements, terra cotta and sage accouterments, handcrafted ironwork, and textiles neatly accentuating the space.
While we can perfectly picture what this minimalistic, chic style looks like on the inside, it’s a little harder to imagine it on the outside – especially in an HOA-friendly way!
However, we’re here to offer some strategic design insights and inspirations that won’t break the bank or your CC&Rs. If you’re looking for a refresh to your living space or rental home, we recommend taking some of these suggestions for approval at your local architectural committee meeting.
Read on for our full list of Southwestern home decor updates to try for your Phoenix Valley HOA residence!
1. Wood Accents Around Your Space
The Southwestern design influence heavily emphasizes using natural elements and woods, centering the room or environment with grounding elements that can instantly elevate the space. Easy ways to do this include choosing furniture with natural wooden elements and light fabrics, such as linen.
You can also incorporate simple decor pieces (such as patio furniture, lighting, and waterscape options) to help establish this theme in your outdoor area. Simple is always better unless you’re going for a more maximalist look. No matter what theme you’re thinking of going with for your decor, though, simply decorating the exterior of your home sets the tone for guests, renters, or your family–offering a safe and comforting respite from their travels and long days.
Looking for a place to buy your furniture to tie your theme together? Urban Southwest is the perfect place to find aesthetically-aligned furniture that’s both comfortable and fashionable. They also use 100% reclaimed materials in their construction process, so you can feel good about your investment.
2. Natural Lighting Elements to Brighten & Stylize
Your outdoor space can always benefit from nuanced lighting options! Whether you want full illumination or a soft, warm glow, you can easily bring the Southwestern design influence to your patio or yard. Wall-mounted sconces, hanging lights, and metallic-based floor lamps are all fantastic additions to your outdoor space, providing a hardy and heat-tested option for your lighting needs. If you’re looking for a more subtle glow effect, consider investing in frosted-glass lighting options to help cut the brilliance.
Valley Light Gallery is a family owned lighting store conveniently located in Scottsdale, Arizona. With both interior and exterior lighting options available, you’ll be able to cohesively tie your space together.
3. Hanging Potted Plants for HOA-Friendly Garden Elements
If your CC&Rs permit you to change your residence’s landscaping, it may be time to consider drought tolerant landscape options to make the most out of your outdoor space. If you’re more restricted or aren’t able to apply, you also might consider including hanging or temporary plants, housing classic additions like cactuses, succulents, and other heat-friendly options.
A little greenery can go a long way to livening up your space, giving it more of a homey, clean, and lived-in feel. You can also use the color and styles of your pots to effortlessly enhance your Southwestern design, nodding to macrame and other natural wood and twine designs.
Ready to give your front porch a plant-based facelift? Be sure to stop by Moon Valley Nurseries and book in for their free home design consultation! Their team of experts will help you to find the perfect plants and pots for your outdoor space.
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