Between working, hanging out, watching Tv, even eating, you probably spend a lot of time in your living room. Because you see this room so often, sometimes it's hard to notice when it starts to look boring and lifeless.
When you want to change something and breathe life to your living space, you don't necessarily have to make big changes like replacing your couch or buying a huge new TV. There are plenty of other ways and modern homewares that will instantly enhance your living room's appearance.
Add a Mirror
Mirrors are eye-catching and modern homewares for decorating a living room in a lively manner. Placing a large mirror on a wall in your living room can help in making the colour to bounce around the room which, in turn, will add light to the area. They will give the illusion of a bigger and more spacious room. Mirrors placed in the living room are believed to make gatherings feel more festive as they, in a way, double the number of people present in the room.
Where should a mirror be placed in a living room? Well, a mirror is a great way to cover a lonely wall that would otherwise look bare. If you have some narrow wall space, you can use a long mirror to add height to the wall and cover the emptiness. On the other hand, if you have a wider space of wall, then that wall can hold a much larger mirror. Instead of a large mirror, you can also try hanging two or three smaller decorative mirrors in a horizontal line across the wall. You can hand a mirror over the sofa or over a fireplace to make it the central focal point. If your living room lacks in the natural light area, hang a mirror on a wall adjacent to a window and it will reflect its light. Apart from the living room, you can also hang a mirror in the hallway and the dining room.
Mirrors are pretty versatile in a decorating theme and they fit into any style. You can find them in different sizes and shapes. Depending on your home decor and your taste, you can choose from simple to elaborate mirrors.
Include Some Cushions
Decorative cushions are a great way to add a comfy aura to a living room. They would add a touch of luxury without the need of putting much effort into it. Cushions will add both colour and texture. You can either pick solids for a chair or floral sofa, or some patterned and colourful ones for a monochromatic sofa. They are an affordable and safe way to bring a bit of brightness into the room.
Instead of buying new cushions, you can only buy new pillow covers. This way, you can buy quality cushions, and then only switch out the covers for different seasons or with different home decor.
Add Fresh Flowers And Plants
A little green can go a long ways toward breathing life into your living space. They will add tone, character, fragrance and positive ambience. Consider buying some indoor flowers, a bouquet, or indoor plants. Freshly cut flowers, for instance, can instantly lighten up a room and add a vibrant scent. Or, if you want to see greenery around your home all the time, you can go for indoor plants such as Peace Lily, Pothos, Yucca, Lavender, different types of indoor succulent plants, and many others.
However, if you are a busy person and don’t have the time to tend plants and flowers, you can choose some artificial ones. There are some excellent looking foliage, plants and flowers that only need dust removing.
Buy a Colourful Rug
Rugs can create a pretty great grounded feeling in a room. Introducing colour and pattern on the floor will add a sense of energy in the entire living space. Rugs help define the space and work well with furniture groupings. Being able to sink your feet into a fluffy rug, brings a tone of comfort to your home. You could go for a vibrant yet soft geometrical rug. Or, use a textured carpet in a single colour and match it with bright patterns on your pillows and sofa.
Implement Flattering Lighting
There are numerous lighting options on the market these days that could be played with to add life to your living space. Use proper lighting to set the mood, and to define distinct spaces. Hanging a chandelier will add an elegant touch and will lighten up the entire room. But, if you are looking for some more accents lights that will make an ambience, then consider implementing table lamps, floor lamps, sconces, paper lanterns with fluorescent bulbs, and many other similar light options. Don’t forget that setting the mood with candles is also a great way to create a pleasant atmosphere.
Colour One Wall
Painting an accent wall will certainly change the focal point of the room. You can opt for a bold, contrasting colour featured in your upholstery. Depending on your furniture, you may go for a floral texture or some other delicate tone that is darker than the other walls in your living room. When it comes to accent walls, you can also choose many interesting designs for painting the walls or opt for wallpapering.