There's no denying that the living room is an essential part of any home. It's a communal space where you can accommodate and entertain guests or relax alone as you enjoy some cozy downtime after a long day. This is why, according to a House Digest survey, over 30% of people consider the living room the house's most important area.
Renovating your living room is, therefore, a rewarding endeavor, as it allows you to further enhance the place where you and your visitors can relax. Today, there's a wide range of living room trends that you can draw inspiration from, from incorporating earthy tones to using furniture with storage solutions. But whatever the direction you'll take, it's essential to prioritize what you and your guests can enjoy best. That said, here's a quick and simple guide to where you can start when planning your living room makeover:
Seating
When renovating your living room's seating area, make sure to consider the size of the space to help you determine how many guests can fit and what type of seating to purchase. If you want a functional sofa that can accommodate more people, you can try an L-shaped sectional like the Reid Buff or Kennedy from Living Spaces. These sofas feature a chaise that can be readjusted and used as an additional lounging area for visitors, helping you maximize space and avoid purchasing more seating. For an easy addition to your seating options, you can also try bean bags to accommodate more guests and add a more relaxed look to your living room.
Entertainment
The entertainment aspect of your living room is essential as it keeps you and your guests amused while enjoying some leisure time. Suppose you need a designated storage for your entertainment pieces. In that case, you can make a DIY entertainment space by creating custom shelves or a countertop that can house your books, magazines, games, and gaming consoles that you or your visitors can easily access to avoid boredom. You can also place your bean bags near these shelves so you or your guests can stay comfy while playing or reading. Setting up a surround sound system can also improve the audio quality of your gaming and binge-watching sessions.
Lighting
Using the proper lighting can set the mood for your living room, whether you're going for a cozy and relaxed feel or a more elegant look. If you want to save a bit of money, you can move your furniture around to maximize your windows for natural lighting during the daytime. But if your living room doesn't receive much natural light, then you can use artificial light, such as warm spotlights that provide an ambient mood, and floor lamps like the Crestview Collection to illuminate the dark spaces of your living room. Painting your living room white can also help brighten up the area. Another alternative is to install LED strips behind the TV and underneath your shelves to create subtle yet impactful lighting.
Decor
Adding a splash of décor to your living room can elevate the space's overall aesthetics and charm. From a well-designed rug to heirloom pieces, these decorations can significantly impact the appearance of the space. If your living room looks plain and lacking, you can add a bit of life (literally) with home décor like medium or giant plants from Bloomscape that can simulate a natural, relaxing environment. You can also accessorize and add a touch of color to your walls with artwork from places like the Tappan Collective or even make your own DIY art. That way, you can create an elegant and visually pleasing lounging area.
Planning a living room makeover can be exhausting, especially with so many things to consider – from space and accommodation to lighting and decorations. Following this guide can help you get started with elevating your space and truly making it your own.
