For those seeking to create spaces that feel fresh, open, and full of life, there’s no better inspiration than the outdoors. Fortunately, bringing the natural beauty of the outdoor world into your home isn’t all that difficult. We’ve come up with four simple tips to help you nail this aesthetic.

The color scheme of the outdoors changes quite a bit depending on where you live. As such, to create a sense of flow from your home to the world outside it, select a palette that suits your environment. The desert can be evoked with burnt reds, warm neutrals, and punctuations of bright sky blue. Alternatively, a forested mountain is better channeled with a range of greens, stony greys, and browns.

Regardless of your chosen palette, bear in mind that it’s a good idea to keep the majority of your wall space bright and light. White or light-colored neutral walls will give your interiors the greatest sense of openness and fresh air.

Natural greenery is the easiest way to bring the intricate detail of the outdoors into your home. To add extra dimension and depth to your design, consider hanging planters and wall-mounted displays to create a "living wall".

Many other elements from the natural world can also be easily incorporated into your interior design decor. There are a staggering range of choices including river stones, crystals, driftwood, seashells, and pinecones. To narrow your picks, look for elements that occur naturally in the landscape you’re trying to evoke.

Making the best use of your home’s natural lighting is essential for mimicking the outdoors. Once again, the use of white and light-colored neutral walls will maximize the illumination that sunlight has to offer.

It’s also a good idea to stick to lightweight and airy curtains. Hanging heavy, dark draperies will limit the amount of fresh air and light that can fill your space.

Using a variety of natural textures and finishes is fundamental to this aesthetic. Wood furniture with a natural-looking finish is always a winning choice. Other materials to consider include rattan, wicker, linen, cork bark, slate, and granite. Once again, your choices can be guided by the landscape you’re using as inspiration.

With their emphasis on natural materials and maximizing the flow of light and air, BarnCraft sliding barn doors are the perfect finishing touch for your outdoor-inspired designs.

If you want a door that prominently features the beauty of natural wood, consider the Mid Rail Plank Barn Door, available in nearly thirty different finishes. If you want a door that gives you un-matched natural lighting, you can’t do better than the Modern French 8 Lite Barn Door, whose windows can be ordered clear or clouded for privacy.

Whatever door speaks to you, our team at BarnDoorz is ready to help you bring the freshness and beauty of the natural world into your home. Just give us a call at 713-400-6626 or contact us through our website to get started.