Does your living room hint off that "empty feel" or is it just plainly lacking a little decoration? You don't have to worry on how to make up for those living room mishaps, Real Simple details some tips on how you can make your living room achieve a "finished" look.
1. Design diagnosis
What's keeping the "bare" look of your living room? Does your living room have a high ceiling? Or is there a large amount of light coming into the area? If this is your problem, the outlet lays out what three factors you can do: incorporate textures, add in different colors, and change the positioning of your sofa.
2. Layer a rug
A rug can add as an amusing piece in the living room especially if it has an interesting print. But be careful on choosing the color of the rug. Pick the ones that will work best in your area.
3. Right-size your furniture
Furniture is very important for a spacious living room and one more thing, what you need to consider before buying furniture is the size. How well could it fit well on the space? Will it be too small or big?
"A good buying guideline: choose a coffee table that's about two-thirds the width of your couch," as advised by the outlet.
4. Wake up a blank wall
According to the article, "a vast, bare spot behind a sofa is an instant giveaway that a room is incomplete." So the option to kill the boredom that a blank wall brings are "mirrors." Try putting in an "oversize," "clean-lined" mirror to make the space look inviting.
5. Play around with pillows
Keeping it simple with your pillows will not help accentuate a stale living room, try being experimental. Two pieces of patterned, colored pillows may wake up the look of the room. Try going in for pillows with a little of texture like fur or sequins.
6. Elevate the look with accessories
Accessories? These will totally bring out some fun and details in your living room. There are lots to choose from but to add some cool charm, a well-designed modern floor lamp or table lamp will be an outstanding addition.
7. Perk up the space with a plant
Indoor plants can also improve the look of your area, try a schefflera or plants that are low-maintenance. The publication also shared "Creating a grouping by adding a leafy plant (or two) would give that space a fresher, more sophisticated look."
