It is summer, time to enjoy LA, the mountains, and the beaches, but that doesn't mean you should ignore your North Hollywood apartment.  Bring a little summer in with these great summer inspired accent pieces.

1. Swap out warm bedding with eco-friendly organic cotton sheets.  Choose a botanical or floral pattern for some extra summer flair.

2. A watering can makes a great container for fresh flowers.

3. Change up your decor a bit by adding shells or other summer inspired accents like a colorful decorative vase to shelves and end tables.

4. Use a coat rack to display shells or star fishes.

5. Add a colorful summer rug to your entry way to welcome guests.