After the porch, the living room is the next area in your home that guests are able to see (and judge). But more than impressing friends and family, you would like to create a welcoming, comfortable, yet modern living room that you will be happy to hangout in.
Here are 6 tips for a modern living room according to Realty Times:
Paint
If you want an easy, effective, and affordable way to spruce up your living room, a coat of fresh paint should be on top of your list. Go to the nearest Home Design store and they should be able to help you out find the perfect color for a modern look that you want to achieve. You can also browse online for the latest trend in paint and interior design, or bring the photo of a color you really liked in an interior magazine.
Swap out those accessories
Get new home accessories and don't be afraid to follow new trends. You will be amazed how a few pieces can breathe new life to your otherwise dull and lifeless space. What's good about accessories are that they are not expensive so it's not heartbreaking to let them go when you are tired of them plus they are easy to move around and rearrange.
Ditch the dusty frames
Is your living room table starting to look a lot like a picture frame display at a home design store? That's a sign to relocate them. Choose your top favorites and try collating them into one gallery and strategically arranged them on the wall. You won't only create a focal and accent wall, you will also make way for some modern accessories and fresh flowers for the table.
Light it up
Good lighting is key to a cozy and romantic atmosphere in any space. For the living room, it's best to achieve a relaxing lighting that makes entertaining and settling after a long tiring day enjoyable. Do you need to replace your overhead fixture? There are plenty of affordable yet stylish and modern design lights that you can find to suit the design of your living space.
Also, consider layering the sources of light; instead of one harsh source, bounce light around the space by also having a few table lamps and wall scones to even enhance the effect of lighting in your living room.
Rearrange it
You keep your living room clean and neat, yet there is something wrong with it that you can't seem to put a finger on. Maybe you just need to move your furniture around and find the perfect arrangement and balance to achieve a more desirable set up. Sometimes, moving the sofa away from the wall can make a lot of difference for your living space.
