Tips for Stunning Living Room Design

The living room is an important part of the house. Much like the kitchen, it is the place where families spend the most time together, whether it’s enjoying a movie or their favorite TV shows, or simply sitting down to talk and catch up with one another. It’s also where you entertain your guests when they come to visit, offering a comfortable environment for everybody to relax in. This is why everyone should pay close attention to the design of their living room to get the most out of this living space. Below are a few tips for stunning, timeless living room design if you’re in the mood to make some updates to yours this year.

Neutral Colors

Neutral colors are very en-vogue at the moment and it’s easy to see why. They can make a room feel bigger as these shades tend to be lighter, with perhaps darker or more vibrant colors accenting the room through things like picture frames, cushions, throw covers, etc. They are also unlikely to go out of style because neutral colors usually go with everything, they work wonderfully as a backdrop to highlight the other aspects of your interior design. If you did want to add more color, you could always have a feature wall as these can look lovely if done right as well.

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Let in the Light

Sitting in a dingy living room doesn’t inspire the relaxing atmosphere that you want. Instead, it can make people feel claustrophobic and oppressed. This is why letting in as much natural light as possible is important. You could have skylights put in if this is the best solution to letting in more light, or you could have large glass sliding doors put in if you would prefer. The latter will certainly flood the room with light and can also offer you a great view across your backyard or where your living room looks out. For a modern touch, look at getting Autoslide doors rather than traditional manual ones.

Floors

Carpets will always work well in living rooms because they are warm and cozy, however, carpets do require more maintenance than other types of floors because they get dirty easily. Wooden floors might be better for your living room if you like this style, as they can help to make a more dramatic statement and are easier to keep clean. Place a gorgeous rug in the center to bring the room together, with a stylish coffee table on top. You should also remember to put felt pads on the feet of your furniture to avoid scratching the wood. 

Carefully Selected Décor Items

What you choose to put in your living room as additional décor will be up to you as everyone has specific tastes. However, if you want your living room to retain its stylish touch, try not to overload it with stuff, otherwise it will end up feeling cluttered. A few framed photographs or art prints on the walls will always look good, a decorative fruit bowl or vase of flowers on the coffee table, candleholders, and even house plants are all excellent decorative touches that you can have carefully placed in your living room.

If you feel like it’s time to update your living room, consider these styling tips and see how you can give it a fresh, timeless look.