5 Tips for Making Your Living Room Lovelier
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The mission when decorating your living room should be to create a comfortable conversational space. You want to walk in and feel relaxed, not afraid to sit on the sofa.
1. A living room should feel lived-in. A matchy-matchy decorating scheme will never feel as good as a room that really expresses your personality. Mixing and meshing styles creates a very current feel. By combining patterns, textures, and colors you create your own unique look.
2. Scent is an essential part of decorating. No home is complete without a signature fragrance. Place a candle on your coffee table, and then create flow by using the same scent in other areas throughout your home.
3. Do not orient every piece of furniture toward the TV. To foster conversation, create zones within the larger space. Use rugs, chairs, ottomans, and small tables to create more intimate sitting areas.
4. Your favorite items should be enjoyed daily. Don’t wait for a special occasion, or until guests arrive, to get out your most cherished pieces. To add instant polish, use that crystal bowl or silver tray to corral odds and ends.
5. Layer your lighting to create the perfect ambiance. It’s important to have several sources of light that can be dimmed. Place a table lamp in front of a mirror to reflect the light and make your space feel warmer and larger.
Photos via Elle Decor
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