Don't stay cooped up in an unbearably hot and stuffy bedroom this summer.

Look to these easy pointers to make it feel airy, spacious and cool.

Bring the outdoors in

Nature not only gives your room an instant, summery lift, it also improves your sleep as it purifies that hot summer air while increasing oxygen.

Look to plants that are known for reducing indoor air pollutants and humidity such as devil's ivy, peace lily, lavender, snake plant and Chinese evergreen – they also look the part too.

Try putting your indoor plants in slouchy storage baskets if you're after a change from ceramic pots. Doing so projects a more casual, textural style – perfect for a relaxed bedroom vibe.

Embrace a little retro with plant hangers. Grouped together, they make quite a statement.