Luxury living rooms are expensive living rooms.
Sometimes.
The truth is, luxurious living rooms can be expensive, but they don’t have to be. Luxe spaces are all about the way you feel when you walk into a room, and that feeling can be created without the need to spend tens of thousands of dollars on one-of-a-kind items and interior decorators that work with the stars.
If you want your living room to feel a little more luxe, no matter what your budget, follow the tips on this list.
Simple Furniture Design
The furniture in your living room is the focal point of your space. That means looking for a sofa that is comfortable, but it is also designed to make your room look more luxurious.
Although you may be tempted to look for couches with custom fabric and chairs with detailed woodwork, simple is actually better.
Look for a modern sofa with clean lines and a simple color palette. A minimalist sofa with straight lines, simple legs, and covered in solid color upholstery will quickly become the backdrop to your luxurious new space. Depending on your room color and design you can look up other modern sofas on Furniture in Fashion.
Like bold colors and patterns? They can look luxe too, but instead of plastering them on your sofa, decorate your furniture with pillows and throw blankets that are more your style.
Be More Creative with Artwork
Thinking about heading to your nearest discount store when it’s time to look for artwork to put on the walls? That’s not a good idea if you want your room to look and feel luxe.
You should think carefully when purchasing artwork for your home. A few things you should consider include:
- Larger artwork is almost always better
- Use custom framing and mats to make a print seem more expensive
- Order a custom piece of artwork
- Consider three-dimensional pieces, like sculptures
The biggest consideration is how you feel when you look at the piece. Mass produced items from big box stores are likely to melt into the background. If you want your space to feel expensive, you have to choose artwork that inspires you each and every day.
Metallic Features
Metallics are a quick and easy way to make a room feel more expensive. The best part is, there are so many ways to incorporate metallics into your space!
You could include metallic knickknacks, like a gold bowl on the coffee table, or choose furniture with metallic features. For example, a couch with gold legs can dress up the living room.
Don’t think you have to stick with the same metallic hue either. When done properly, you can mix the metallics in your living room.
The trick is to look for items that purposefully contrast each other. For example, modern brass accessories on the coffee table will look good with a gold lamp base and a piece of artwork that is framed in a brushed silver frame.
Include Something Aged
Luxe spaces are often filled with modern artwork and new furniture. Although it’s true that you can create a luxe feeling in your living room by going shopping for new things, it’s also true that the most luxe spaces include a few antiques.
The trick is figuring out how to mix the old with the new.
There are no hard and fast rules, but you should choose items you love. Choose a family heirloom to display, or visit local auctions to find high-quality antiques that will match the décor in your living room.
Dress up Your Walls
The walls in your living room serve as the backdrop to your space. They cover the most area, so it should come as no surprise that they can have the biggest impact on the way your space feels.
If you want your living room to feel luxe, you need to dress up your walls. A few wall treatment ideas include:
- Use paint to create an accent wall
- Apply high-quality wallpaper
- Cover the walls with fabric
- Use molding above, below, and on the walls
- Use plaster to create a textured look
If you really want your living room to look luxurious, consider decorative painting. You will probably have to hire a professional, but it’s a great way to personalize and elevate any space.
Luxury details in the living room can make your life feel more luxe, and the good news is, those details don’t have to break the bank. With a little patience, know-how, and the tips on this list, you can make your living room look and feel expensive.
