Vacation Vibes at Home: Bringing Resort Style Into Everyday Living

How to bring resort style into everyday living

Why wait for a holiday?

That "just checked into a hotel" feeling is addictive - soft lighting, fresh towels, everything in its place. But what if you didn’t need to wait for a flight to feel that switch into rest mode? Resort-style living is all about simplicity, calm and comfort and the good news is, it’s totally achievable at home. With a few thoughtful styling upgrades and layout tweaks, your everyday spaces can feel like a mini retreat. Here’s how to add a little bit of that holiday feeling into your everyday spaces.

Think in zones, not rooms

Resorts are designed with intention, where each space has a clear purpose - whether it’s for relaxing, refreshing or preparing for the day. You can bring that same feel into your home by breaking your space into practical, purposeful spaces. In the bathroom, your vanity becomes a functional setup for everyday routines like skincare and brushing teeth, while a bench or small stool adds a subtle spa-like touch - perfect for towelling off or sitting down to slow the pace. When each zone has a job, your space feels more intentional and far more calming. For more styling ideas, check out our bathroom vanity styling guide.

Bring in texture and tone

Layering natural materials is an easy way to add calm. Think warm timbers, matte finishes, soft linen, and stone accents like travertine trays, tumbled marble basins or even a small dish for your jewellery or soap. Choose a palette of earthy neutrals, soft sage or ocean-inspired blue. You don’t need to overcrowd your space, adding a timber stool, Arched Mirror or even a linen robe can shift the mood. For more inspiration, see our interior colour schemes.

Lighting sets the mood

Hotels get lighting right for a reason - it makes a big difference to how a space feels. Warm-toned bulbs, layered lighting and dimmable fixtures let you shift the mood from bright mornings to slower evenings. In bathrooms and outdoor zones, wall lights, pendants and candles add flexibility and soften the feel of the space. And the fixtures themselves matter too - a simple wall light or pendant can add a subtle design feature to the space without overpowering it, while still offering practical use. Our bathroom lighting guide has tips to get started.

Create indoor outdoor flow

Resorts blur the line between indoors and out to create a sense of ease and flow. Start by opening up sightlines - can you create a view from your kitchen to greenery? Matching flooring or adding some plants can help tie your spaces together and keep things feeling seamless. Even a small patio can work as an extra room, add a table and chairs and it becomes a quiet spot for your morning coffee, or a place to enjoy a drink in the sun later in the day. A few simple changes can shift how you use the space.

Calm is a choice

You don’t need a reno budget or a plane ticket to feel relaxed at home. Resort-style living is about how your space makes you feel. When your home supports a slow pace, everyday life becomes lighter and easier. Choose simplicity and comfort. Let your home feel like a holiday, every day.