We spend a lot of time in our living rooms, so it’s worth putting the effort in to make the space feel like home. There is a lot to consider when designing a living room, from choosing the right seating to using a complementary color scheme. With so many different elements to consider and options to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to begin. With this in mind, we’ve put together five modern furniture ideas that will look great in your living room.
The Couch First
For those of you starting with a blank canvas, spend time choosing the perfect couch first because it’s typically the most used and largest piece. The dimensions of your room will heavily sway your couch choice, so make sure you know your measurements before you start looking. If you’ve got a small area to work with, you don’t want to put in a couch that’s too bulky because it will make the space look even smaller. Instead, you should opt for a couch with a slimline frame and tall legs.
Add a Chair to Balance
The traditional three-piece suite has left the building; times have moved on and people prefer to have mis-matched furniture. With your ideal couch in place, have a think about additional seating to bring into the room. Your overall living room layout will have a large influence on your ultimate decisions; where you place your additional seating can have an impact on the color palette you use. If you don’t want to use common seating like ottomans, stools, or armchairs, play around with the idea of having a 6 ft bean bag chair from Sumo Lounge; they are more fashionable now than they were back in the sixties.
A Well-Placed Rug
If you’ve got the space for it, a well-placed rug will bring your furniture together and stop them from looking like they’re floating alone. Choose a rug that matches your aesthetic, but make sure you choose the largest one your room can handle. Ideally, you will only leave a few inches around the perimeter of the room.
Make an Investment
We already mentioned that people spend most of their time in the living room, so it makes sense to spend a little money on a key piece of furniture. Whether it’s a coffee table, stylish bar cart, or something else, choose one item that will give you years of use. While you’re busy spending a little more money, make sure you stick to your budget where possible.
Go Second-Hand Shopping
You don’t need new furniture to create a modern-looking living room, so head out and source second-hand pieces. You can spend some time breathing life back into tired looking furniture but doing this will help add personality to your living room.
Designing a living room is no easy task, but it deserves the thought. Start with your couch, then choose additional seating, all before placing a rug and sourcing the extras.
