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Check Out These Living Room Ideas To Brighten Your Home

People believe that the kitchen is the most important part of a house as it is where delightful home-cooked meals are made, while others believe that the living room is the heart of a home. Why is that so?

The living room ƒliis where the magic happens – families get together during movie time, acquaintances become close friends over a cup of coffee, and it is a place where a family feels comfortable and finds peace and relaxation. But it does take more than just changing furniture arrangements and keeping the room clean to make the living room comfortable and appealing to the eyes.

So the question now is how do you make the living room a place where everyone in the family can enjoy over the years? Remember that a makeover does not require you to buy new furniture or supplies to make it look as stylish as ever. Even if it all goes down to your personal preference, it is always best to have a guide that can help you achieve your desired living room design.

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1. Identify the focal point of your living room.

How do you know where the focal point of your living room is? Well, it can be a beautiful wall painting, a centrepiece on your coffee table, a view of nature from your window, a herringbone patterned fireplace, or a living room décor that commands attention.

Whatever your preference is, make sure your focal point is vibrant, calming, and appealing to the eyes. If you’re not quite sure where the focal point of your living room is, you can search for living room ideas on the internet and check on other people’s designs.

2. Choose furniture pieces wisely.

The coffee table isn’t just a furniture piece for your favourite cup of coffee and where you can indulge in pleasant conversations. It can be multifunctional and add character to a living room when it has room for books, crafts, and even succulents.

When you opt for dark-coloured couch, add colourful textures to bring a vibrant vibe to the space. A few colourful couch pillows will not only brighten the colour palette but also make a room feel lighter, even with a dark paint finish.

Whichever interior scheme you go for, however, you must choose furniture items and living room décor according to size and proportion. That is, the coffee table must allow foot traffic all around, particularly between it and the couch. An artwork to be placed above the sofa must not have the same width as the lounge, or it will make the room look smaller. A rug should be no more than 60% of the living room.

3. Consider using sectional sofas to save space and accommodate more people.

People think that having a sectional sofa would require a spacious living room. Not exactly. Using a sectional sofa will allow you to save more space in your living room and still provide more seating. No need to add a few lounge chairs that will only make the living room look cramped and cluttered.

Sectional chairs are perfect for large families, parties, and even sleepovers. Plus, it makes the living room look neat and organised. So the next time you’re having a gathering at your place, you will never have to worry anymore because everyone will have a place to sit or rest.

4. Find out the style that fits you and the entire family.

The living room reflects the interests and personalities of each member of the family, which is why it is considered as the most personal room in the house. Looking for the perfect living room decor is quite hard with the many designs available in the market and the varying tastes of each household member. But why not go for something everyone likes and simply add personal pieces that represent each family member?

If you live by the beach, for example, having a coastal design would fit perfectly in your living room. You can then add specific items that will remind you of each family member.

Looking for a living space and house design that works for your and your family? Compare your options at www.ibuildnew.com.au. This allows you to only look at the house designs that will fit your lifestyle, blocking out all the noise! If you would rather speak to one of our expert consultants, make sure that you call us on 1800 184 284 or book a call online now.

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Zoe Langenberg

Zoe is passionate about coffee and interior design. You can find her most weekends exploring an art gallery or devouring a good book.

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