How to Create the Perfect Living Room

Your home is where you live. However, one part of that home is called the living room. Surprising? Not quite. Your living room is the heartbeat of your home. It is the first impression people get of you, and most memories and experiences happen there.

Of all the rooms in your house, the living room deserves the most attention. Here’s a roundup of some ideas to creating a breathtaking room that leaves your friends and family stunned. 

Plan. Plan. Plan. 

If you’re an interior decor aficionado, you’ve probably scoured through tens of clippings looking for ideas and inspiration. That’s an excellent way to start because decor doesn’t come out of the blue: it thrives on planning and inspiration. 

The worst way to design your living room is to do it randomly. Have a blueprint in mind and make choices that toe the line. Are you going for a minimalist or a classic design? Or perhaps you are considering a retro-style home? Your choice of style would have a bearing on your selection of color, lights, and furniture. Pinterest is an excellent place to find and clip living room ideas. 

If you’re looking to give your old living room a new feel, you may not need a total makeover. Simply review and work on areas that need improvement. You can hire a professional to inspect your damaged areas to give recommendations. 

Color

Start with the colors that you love or colors that make you happy. Your favorite color should come in handy here. If you’re still undecided, look for interior design magazines and select a color palette that suits your taste. 

Each color has a meaning. For instance, green signals life and harmony, while blue emphasizes togetherness. If you’re looking for a color that can bring out the rest of the room, black or beige may be best. Alternatively, you can pick the dominant color from your sofa or upholstery of choice. The art or sculpture you plan to put up in your room is also worth consulting. 

Furniture

Once you settle on a color scheme for the room and the painting is done, the next thing is to bring in your furniture. Start with the sofa, as it is often the highlight and dominant feature of each living room. 

Consider factors such as color, shape, seat depth, frame, foam and feather, and the type of upholstery materials when buying a sofa. If you have pets or dogs, opt for a couch that is easy to clean. Other furniture you should consider includes accent chairs, coffee table, bookcase and storage bench. 

Lighting

Without lighting, your room may look drab, dull, and inspiring. The absence of the right lights can subdue certain features of your room decor. Here are some general lighting concepts you can use:

• • Ambient Lighting: This type of lighting focuses on creating an atmosphere for your room. Wall sconces, chandeliers, and floor lamps can help you get that ambiance. 
  • Task lighting: This has to do with providing light for a specific task, say, reading. 

 

• Accent Lighting: This kind of lighting emphasizes design over function. These are often lights for decorative pieces, artwork, and architecture.

 

Accessories 

Once you have your furniture, color and lighting need to be sorted out, it’s time to add accessories. Consider the following:

• Houseplants
• Throw pillows
• Pictures
• Drapes
• Rugs
• Electronic gadgets
• Candles
• Memorabilia 
• Trays and vases
• Blankets

These accessories help give warmth and a welcoming feel to your room. They also make the place functional and easy to use. Make sure each accessory you add complements other items in the room and fits with the general theme of the room. 

Final Words

As mentioned earlier, your living room is not just one of the rooms in your house. It is easily the most fundamental place. Use the tips given above to create your dream living room. This list is by no means exhaustive. As a DIY decorator, let your creativity and imagination run wild.