Living Room Design Ideas for Any Budget
7/02/2018 10:19:00 AM
The living room is often a homeowner’s
first thought when it comes to designing and decorating a new home.
In all modern homes, the living room is one of the first spaces you
see when you walk through the front door. For example, take a look at
any new development (say, on cyberjaya
property) and you will see that the front door usually
opens up directly to the living room. Gone are the days of the
traditional foyer and hallway.
Decorating a living room is not always
an easy task, in that the living room usually has to be one of the
most versatile spaces in your home. This is because the living room
wears many hats and plays different roles. Thus, getting the décor
just right may be quite a challenge.
Read on for a list of 15 design ideas
for your living room that won’t end up breaking the bank. You can
use these ideas as a starting point for your next decorating or
redecorating project.
1. Rearrange the furniture
Working with what you already have is
the least expensive update of all. Moving
around your pieces of furniture and décor can easily give your
room an update in both looks and functionality. You can also “shop”
other rooms in your home for pieces that might fit in better in your
living room.
2. Declutter your bookcases
As with rearranging the furniture,
rearranging your bookcases is a completely free way of updating your
living room. Consider restyling your bookcases by keeping pieces you
really love and removing everything else. Then try to create a more
eye-catching display by grouping stacks of books, some horizontally
and some vertically, and adding in accessories and artwork.
3. Create eye-catching vignettes
Round up some like-colored accessories
and place them on some empty surfaces to create vignettes for your
space. A collection of pieces makes an even bigger design impact than
standalone pieces. You can look around your existing pieces to work
with what you already have. For example, you can group gold-toned
accessories together to make them feel like a collection.
4. Perfect your palette
Too many colors in one space can end up
making things look haphazard and just plain messy. Consider narrowing
down your color scheme to a color palette of three shades and edit
the inventory of your living room accordingly. This does wonders in
tying your space together, even if you might have pieces that don’t
match.
5. Update worn-out furniture
Do you have a piece of furniture that
has seen better days? Perhaps a coffee table or a bookshelf that is
worn out? No worries. You can bring it up to par with a fresh coat of
paint or stain. For example, a high-gloss paint treatment is a great
choice that will bring your aged furniture piece up to contemporary
tastes.
6. Start from the ground up
Sometimes, all the change your living
room needs is in what’s underfoot. No, we don’t mean you need to
rip out the floors. You can consider covering up drab flooring or
carpeting with a nice large area rug. Try to stick to rugs that are
more neutral, as they are easier to match with different types of
furniture.
7. Find a focal piece
A focal
piece help tie in your space and creates a focal point for the
eye to land on. A focal piece can be anything: an ornate mirror, a
large family photo, salvaged architectural pieces, etc. Just make
sure it ties in with your other décor pieces.
8. Freshen up the furniture
Tired and worn-out furniture pieces can
easily bring down the vibe of your living room. Consider
reupholstering a piece (or two) to revive them. If hiring a
professional to do them gets pricey, consider having some slip-covers
made. This money-saving solution can give you a bang for your buck,
as it makes it easy to clean them – just throw them in the wash!
9. Paint it white
Give your living room a fresh coat of
white paint to give it a bright and airy facelift. You can consider
different hues of white depending on your existing furniture and
décor pieces. This works even better if you have paneling on your
walls.
10. Light it up
Lighting is a key element in any space.
Perhaps all you need is a change of lighting to give your space the
ambience and atmosphere it truly deserves. You can consider adding
new light fixtures such as a glamorous chandelier or simple recessed
lights to breathe new life into your space.
11. Add a sense of play
Sometimes, following all the rules and
tips in décor can be a bit monotonous. Instead, incorporate a
stand-out piece that is truly unique and has an element of funky and
whimsy. For example, you can add a swing-style daybed to really up
the play factor in your living room.
12. Treat your walls
Wallpaper is an easy and subtle design
element that can instantly give your space a stylish upgrade. It
works better than paint as it gives a texture and tactile appeal to
your living space, making it look cozier and more layered.
13. Get ready to party
If you have home parties often, you can
bring in a small bar cart. Not only is it perfect for entertaining,
it adds style and glam to your space. Stock the cart with your
favorite drinks and glassware. Add in a nice vase of fresh flowers
and you’ll always be ready to throw a nice party in a short
moment’s notice.
14. Add color with art
A gallery wall is an easy way to
incorporate color into an otherwise drab and neutral living room.
Artwork need not be expensive. Not everything you hang on your walls
needs to be a Monet or Picasso. You can scour antique stores or even
the internet for cool one-of-a-kind pieces that is sure to create an
impressive display.
15. Start from scratch
If you have the room for it in your
budget, go for a complete makeover. Start everything with a clean
slate by selecting your permanent pieces in neutral shades. When
you’re one, you can add in warmth and zest with colored
accessories, which can be easily switched out anytime you like to
give you the option of easy living room re-makeovers in the future.
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