Just because your living room is on the small side doesn't mean you have to sacrifice style. Here are some small living room design tips to help your small room be big on style:
Color
You don't have to stick to a neutral color palette just because your living room is small. Use bright color and interesting patterns to liven up a room. Keep your palette limited or else it can become a bit overwhelming.
Seating
Many people believe that a small living room should stick to small furniture. This isn't always the case! The right modular sectional sofa can accommodate all your seating needs and will eliminate the need for multiple pieces of small furniture, which can make a room feel crowded.
Multi-Purpose Furniture
Multipurpose furniture is another key component of small living room design. Items like storage ottomans are great because they provide all-important storage space as well as additional seating.
Nesting tables are also perfect in a small space. The nested tables can move around when and where you need them and can be put back when you're done.
Area Rugs
A pretty area rug helps define a space and make it feel larger and a light colored area rug will really open up a room. It's important to make sure the area rug is the right size. A too-small area rug will actually make a room visually contract. A good rule of thumb is that at least the front feet of your furniture is on the rug.
Mirrors
Mirrors are a fantastic way to make a small room seem larger. Place a mirror behind a light source like a stylish pendant - not only does it look pretty, but it helps bounce more light around the room.
Hang a mirror across from a window if you can - it creates the illusion of another window while maximizing the available natural light.
You can never go wrong with a great big mirror, especially in a small living room. A large mirror, like a floor mirror, will magnify the beneficial effects of a mirror.
Think Vertical
In a small room, it is important to draw the eye upward to give the illusion of a larger space.This can easily be achieved by hanging an eye-catching chandelier.
Hanging window treatments as close to the ceiling as possible (instead of just above the window) also gives the illusion of extra space.
Follow these six simple tips to design a small living room that feels anything but diminutive!
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