The living room is where your family gets together and spends time in the same space. It’s a place to relax, welcome guests, and to feel more comfortable. Without a proper living room, it’s hard for your family to feel safe and cosy in their own home. So, here are a few ways to improve your living room and make it more suitable for your needs.
WALLS AND FLOORING
The walls and floor are kind of like the canvas of every room. They might not be the first thing you notice, but they have a huge impact on how the room feels.
For example, a carpeted floor will make your living room feel much more cozy than a wooden or tiled floor. You can use rugs to add a sense of warmth to hard floors, but carpets are very popular for a reason. However, hard floors are often easier to clean, and a lot of people prefer how they look.
The walls can also have a significant effect on the room itself. Lighter, plain walls can make a room feel larger and more airy, while busy wallpaper and dark colors draw the eye and can make a room seem darker than it is. A tiled media wall can make an amazing feature wall that pulls attention to it.
There’s no right or wrong way to decorate a room, but the important thing is to be aware of how it will affect the room’s feel and appearance.
SOFT FURNISHINGS
As well as the walls and floors, you should consider the large pieces of furniture in your living room. You need to think about how they look and how comfortable they are.
A sofa or armchair might look welcoming, but it might be uncomfortable after a while. On the other hand, the most comfortable seat in the world might unfortunately double up as the ugliest seat you’ve ever seen.
Generally, you can find something that ticks both boxes while also going along with your personal taste. You will be stuck with your furniture for a while, so consider it an investment.
If you like your furniture but want to change up how it looks, then use throws, cushions and even seat covers to make them more comfortable and change the colour scheme or vibe of the room.
FINISHING TOUCHES
One of the best ways to truly make your living room special is to really think about the small decorative pieces that you add to it.
A large amount of ornaments and decorations might be harder to clean, and can contribute to a cluttered look. But they can also make a home feel and look like a home, rather than a show property. Ideally, the things in your home should be things you treasure.
This includes wall art, which can really make your previously blank walls look so much more interesting. This is where your sense of style can truly shine.