Yellow and gray modern interior design, kitchen and living room

It's almost summer in Santa Cruz, and you might be feeling like you want to make some changes to your home.  Trends in fashion move quickly, but that’s not always the case for interior design, as it usually takes a few years for new things to come into (and then fall out of) style.

 

That being said, for those searching for a new home or for those looking to update their space, it can be helpful to see what’s in and what’s out. Below are some popular trends in interior design for this summer—with alternatives for a bit of a unique spin on things.

 

Bold Colors to Patterned Tile

In a rejection of the sleek and modern palette of beiges, creams, and grays, bold colors have been quite popular in interior design, specifically within more…

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Row of colorful houses in Capitola Village, Capitola

 

With its iconic, colorful buildings lining the waterfront, Capitola is well-known to be a charming beach town, and is located just east of the city of Santa Cruz. It has a population of about 10,000 people (as of 2022) and is part of the Santa Cruz-Watsonville statistical area.


Though small in size and primarily considered a tourist stop for Santa Cruz visitors, this beautiful community has a lot to offer its residents. Homes for sale in Capitola are located near a variety of attractions and amenities, not limited to the beach and fine dining restaurants. Discover some of the highlights of Capitola, California below.

The Capitola Wharf & Capitola State Beach

Perhaps the most recognizable landmark of the area, Capitola State Beach is…

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park sign. Photo by Levi Meir Clancy on Unsplash

 

The city of Santa Cruz is recognized for its gorgeous location and rich history, and as soon as nicer weather hits, the Santa Cruz Wharf and Cowell Beach start to see visitors. One of the most popular things to do in the city is visit the amusement park down by the water.


This year, the Giant Dipper, a Santa Cruz landmark, celebrates its one hundredth anniversary, which means special events and discounted tickets. There's also a fireworks show on May 18th. For those who may not live in the area—or for those who have never been!—this is our guide to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.

About The Park

First opened in 1907, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is the oldest amusement park in the entire state. For…

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