Style and Purpose: How to Design Your Living Room

A well-designed, functional, stylish interior should look and feel organized, cosy and welcoming. Your living room is the main display of your lifestyle, so it’s important to achieve the proper vibe while losing nothing of the functionality. From the main focal point to the last detail, everything should work together in harmony. 

Start From the Basics

Your living room interior design should focus on natural, higher-quality materials and fabrics. They bear a more sophisticated appeal, provide a healthier environment, and you get a bonus for going green. Some investments that are higher at the start pay off in the long run.

A neutral colour scheme is a standard choice, since those hues are easy on the eye, with a sophisticated vibe. However, that doesn’t mean you’re limited to obvious choices of white and beige. Strategically used muted shades of vibrant colours will deliver the same results. 

Define and Accentuate

Decide what will make the main focal point. Use an existing feature like the fireplace or a large window with a view, or create something specific.

Accent wall communicates style and luxury. The towering wall of quartzite, a bold wallpaper, or a mural — any of those will make a stunning focal point. That is particularly effective in an open-plan living room. If you go for an untreated accent wall, make sure it’s exceptionally crafted.  

The Game of Shadows

Lighting is crucial for the atmosphere in a room. Use the dance of light and shadow to set the mood and give a life to your living room. Combination of various sources and types of light can transform any dull space into a smooth, vibrant or even dramatic stage. 

Small Space is a Challenge, Not a Problem

Function before style? You can have both. Downsize the structure, but keep the quality.

Declutter is essential, get rid of unnecessary things — or at least storage them out of the way. Put a large mirror on the wall to achieve some visual depth, and use lightweight curtains to welcome the daylight. 

Multifunctionality is the key. Give the advantage to the furniture pieces that can serve more than one purpose. Streamlined instead of massive furniture create a feeling of both lightness and functionality.

The Final Touch

Once your room is set and radiant, define a statement art. Less is more, so invest in one impressive piece, or create a gallery wall from well-curated smaller ones. Add some details like cushions, throws, candles, a pop of greenery, and enjoy your new, fresh and cosy place.