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22 modern living room trends for 2023 to use in decor now

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When it comes to modern living room trends, what we love most is that unlike perhaps kitchen or bathroom trends which may take a whole remodel to recreate in your home, living room trends can be brought into your space in an instant. A new statement piece of furniture, a new selection of cushions, some new lighting could be all it takes to give your room an on-trend update for the new year. 

And there are so many gorgeous looks coming through for 2023 – new palettes, new textures, new ideas for what makes a house a home. So to decode the latest interior design trends we've asked the experts for their insight, offering plenty of inspiration for your own decor. 

'A lot has been changing in design this year generally, and the way this is filtering into living room for next year is really exciting,' says Livingetc's editor Pip Rich. 'Smartness coupled with informality is a really enticing vibe, leading to rooms you feel you can curl up in, but feel nice while doing so.'

So could next year be the year you embrace a cork? Or maybe it's time to dip your toe into the world of maximalism with some brightly colored cabinets? Whichever of these trends resonates with you, they all lead to living rooms you'll want to spend time in.

What are the living room trends for 2023?

1. Over-sized furniture

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“It’s about scaling up your furniture, even in small living rooms,” states Creative Director of interior design studio Albion Nord , Camilla Clarke. “Fill a small sitting room with a large sofa, a living room sectional or a large potted plant. It becomes so much more inviting and aesthetically compelling.” 

In this project Camilla completed, the sofa takes up the bulk of this white living room - and doesn't it look comfy and like you want to be on it? So, if you’re wondering, now is the time to think big. Oversized silhouettes or large sculptural forms, it’s all about the drama and making a statement. 

2. Blue Marble Furniture

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While marble has been a staple in our homes for decades, opting for unconventional varieties of the stone is becoming more popular. The deeply veined Azul Macaúbas, as used here in the Sun and Moon Coffee Table by Bohinc Studio , brings theatre and intensity to the home. 

'I love blue stone', says the interior designer Noa Santos, whose work is reguarly featured in Livingetc. 'It's so dramatic.'

While marble is often applied into muted or Scandi-style home decor themes, colored varieties paired with metallic finishes are perfect for maximalist environments. 

3. Cork Strip Flooring

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Cork flooring was a 70s must-have; however, we fell out of love with the trend as other fashions caught our eye. Thanks to Recork , cork flooring has had a facelift and is a superb solution for homes today, meeting the sustainable and visual needs of conscious consumers.  

With natural resources under threat, this material is harvested using only the bark of a cork oak tree meaning the trees continue to thrive and biodiversity isn’t put under threat. Using plant-based oils, Recork offers six finishes bringing a refined aesthetic to cork strip flooring.

4. Brightly Painted Woodwork

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Make a feature of the woodwork with an accent tone which complements the scheme of the room. “I always go with a general plan of using three main colors in a room,” states Matthew Williamson . “One for the walls and ceiling, one of larger items such as a sofa and one main accent colour for the details.” 

This is similar to the 60-30-10 rule we've seen take hold of decorating this year.

Think softer tones on the walls and ceiling and opt for brighter, more intense hues to spotlight the beauty in the detail of architrave, skirting and window frames. Or, if you want to keep to a neutral living room, painting the door brightly - with an even brighter slither of color on the side - is a wonderful way to introduce this living room trend.

5. Bespoke Decorative TV Cabinets

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Hiding a living room TV is often a challenge, but designers are coming up with innovative solutions to create decorative and functional alternatives. Interior designer Melissa Hutley, one half of Hutley & Humm , states that more and more requests are coming in as we see each room as a multifunctional space. 

“We recently created a cabinet with gilt bamboo framed prints (as pictured), and it was easy to forget it had another function!” she explains. 

6. Curtained Storage

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Our all defining need for our homes to be workspaces too may be over, but that mood is here to stay. 

With more tech to store, and the importance of returning the space back to a home after work, practical living room storage has become a necessity. In smaller spaces larger storage units can be cumbersome and curtained storage provides a clever alternative.  

With the simple addition of a shallow shelf, under which to store items you need quick access to, you can create a softer aesthetic with the chance to bring in vibrancy through different fabric options as seen here with The Rum Fellow’s new Pepenado textile collection.

7. Organic color schemes

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“I think for 2023, many people will still be longing to have living spaces that can act as a sanctuary,” states interior designer Margot Tsim. “Despite maximalism dominating the interiors world recently, I think people will long for homes that are calm, serene and uncluttered without too much visual stimulation to promote wellness for the mind & soul, in search of peace, especially given the current climate we are living in.” 

Through embracing these neutral living room color trends and natural materials such as timber and hessian, we can find comfort, tactility, and tranquillity to come back to each day, the embodiment of the new organic modern style.

8. Open Storage Dividers

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Adding functionality into the home is a priority for many as we spend even more of our working days at the dining table or home office area. Open storage room dividers, such as the modular Haller system by USM , is a great way to zone the living room without removing light or creating something which makes the room feel more enclosed. 

This system also offers ample storage for extra technology and plant holder fixtures to bring greenery into the room, again a great way to liven up the space. With an array of bold color choices available, this is a superb concoction of practicality and elegance. 

9. Polished metals

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Highly polished metals are having a resurgence in living room trends, with designers working with such materials in new forms and applications. Alluding back to the popularity of materials such as aluminium and steel in the 1950s, we are falling in love again with the glamour and finesse they bring to the home.  

MDF Italia have reimagined four of its iconic designs in polished steel and aluminium When bringing this into the home, don’t be afraid to mix different metals and finishes to create added depth and interest. 

10. Limewash paint

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With its breathability, non-toxic and plastic-free qualities making it a popular choice for historical and period architecture across the world, limewash has been used over centuries with its textured, velvety aesthetic being loved by many. 

This appearance has again become increasingly popular, and, thanks to Francesca’s Paint , it is available to buy in a ready-made format making application a lot simpler. With a variety of shades available, bringing this finish into a contemporary interior has never been easier. 

11. Furniture in primary colors

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Bold blocks of blue, red and yellow are the hottest colors for larger pieces of furniture next year. What they do is shimmer like jewels in the crown of the room, ruby, sapphire and amethyst. It's an exciting way to decorate which goes against color theory but somehow feels right regardless.

12. Gallery-style elegance 

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Opting for a curated collection of lovely things is a sure-fire way of getting an original interior. 1228 Madison Avenue is a modern, boutique residential building with architecture by Robert A.M. Stern Architects and interiors by Kelly Behun Studio , and is full of modern living room trends. 

The apartment building in question is located in the Upper East Side’s Carnegie Hill, one of New York City’s most storied and classically elegant neighborhoods. Founder and lead interior designer Behun comments, ‘I designed one of the full-floor apartments as a living gallery; a space filled with my own custom designs along with some of my favorite furniture, lighting, rugs, art, and accessories. It is a homage to my favorite gallery spaces and the style reflects the refined and elegant feel that galleries tend to embody. ’ 

Behun’s sensitive approach to the living room design means that whilst it works as a whole scheme, each of the modern furniture ideas and piece of art truly sings in its own right. The design for the main room, referenced as ‘The Great Room’, all started with the wow-factor rug. ‘The notion of a traditional bordered rug that you might see in a townhouse on the Upper East Side was what inspired the design’, says Behun. ‘Instead of using straight lines, we designed a series of undulating shapes and forms that flow around the rug margins. 

13. Cocooning and calming color palettes

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Ruth Mottershead, who is the marketing director at paint and wallpaper brand powerhouse Little Greene , highlights tranquility and a calming color palette as one of the most major modern living room trends, as a result of the pandemic and people looking to seek ultimate comfort and calm within their home surroundings, with more soothing living room color ideas.  

Ruth says, ‘over the last year we have seen a big shift from cooler tones towards softer and warmer shades, helping us to create cozy spaces within our homes. Neutrals and warm tones help us to create calming and restful schemes, working particularly well for bedrooms and living rooms, spaces where we seek peace and comfort. ‘These tones really make a space feel modern. They transition well from season to season and have been very popular over the last year as we have sought out neutral tones and natural texture.'

‘Neutral tones, such as our Little Greene Normandy Grey and Stone Mid Cool are very versatile and are easy to combine with warmer olive greens, paler creams and other earthy tones for a more dynamic and contemporary look. For a more harmonious scheme that is calming, yet still looks fresh and uplifting, look no further than a selected mix of white tones. Our new Silent White family exists for exactly this reason. Neutral White, available in paler and darker variations of the same shade, can be used in combination on walls, ceiling, and paneling for a sophisticated tonal scheme whilst simultaneously providing soft warmth. Effectively, you can bring interest by shifting shades in the most subtle of ways’, says Ruth. 

‘Whichever colors you opt for on the walls, layering in a few textural elements will help to tie the scheme together and ensure it looks fresh; wooden finishes, wool, and linens will really help bring the room together and make it feel new. The most successful way to make a cocooning and calm living room work is by bringing in a textured boucle sofa or armchair, a deep pile rug, and cushions and accessories which give the living space a relaxed vibe.’

14. Global prints

Nautica Lampshade with Kerala Floor Lamp Base, Mind The Ga

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The globally inspired look has been seen on interior mood boards and schemes for a couple of years now, but that just highlights how these modern living room trends bubble under before coming to the fore. The fact that it hasn’t shifted off the radar demonstrates that this is an interiors trend that has both staying power and impact.  

What’s the concept? It’s a pick and choose scenario, pooling signature styles and pattern motifs from countries around the world and either mixing just one or two together or in abundance for a maxi and multi-layered approach. 

Stefan Ormenisan, the creative director and taste aficionado behind Mind The Gap and many an interior design scheme, says, ‘with the current focus of being at home over the last year, we have all been longing for global influences in our homes, now more than ever.' 

'A selection of different countries and their traditional prints have inspired our latest collection.Our Sundance Villa collection includes beautiful painterly scenes of the Mediterranean, subtle Greek motifs, and vibrant sea-inspired prints, meaning it's easy to capture the essence of the holiday feel in our homes by layering pattern, color and texture’, says Ormenisan. 

What better place to capture that holiday spirit than in our living rooms, which are places we naturally retreat to for relaxation and comfort. From charming, coral and fish motif adorned wallpapers and fabrics to tribal and tropical-inspired cushions. Rich, colorful lampshades and furniture - the global traveler trend isn’t a strict rule abider and is all about layering eclectic prints and lavish designs to transform those holiday memories into a permanent lifestyle, bringing the spirit of the world, indoors.

15. Rustic wall panelling 

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There are no flies on this decorating trick. Wall paneling, which is by no means a new invention we admit, has seen a resurgence in popularity recently as people look for alternative ways to bring interest into their living rooms, other than the traditional wallpaper and paint methods. However, this modern living room trend is all about thinking wall paneling with a modern twist! 

Whether you opt for a sleek 1960s style slim-line paneling, or indeed a more traditional period formation with beading and detailed molding, it’s all about the color you paint or indeed the finish that you coat it with. It can also be about being clever and creating a paneling effect but with wallpaper. We caught up with Martin Waller, founder of Andrew Martin,  one of the UK’s most prolific wall treatment design houses, to ask how you can make sure that your wall paneling is oh-so modern! 

‘Wall panels add subtle textures and still achieve their original function of maintaining warmth, fulfilling our longing for the tactility and natural materials that modern life is often lacking.' Martin says. 'Wall paneling is often seen as a traditional application to our homes but fast forward to today and many people are adding their own spin to paneling, making it a more accessible design trend.'

'Take a traditional wall paneling for example - as soon as you paint it a contemporary tone of paint then it instantly takes on a rather joyous and modern aesthetic. If taking part in this DIY task seems overwhelming, you can also achieve a wall paneling look through the use of wallpaper - design trick 101! It's one of those living room wallpaper ideas that offers the same effect but requires minimal effort. ’

16. Bringing the outside in

Design by Sova Studio

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Bringing outdoor elements into a living room needn’t involve oversized palm prints and glaring green tones, that’s the word on the street when it comes to modern living room trends in 2022. It can be achieved with the most subtle of touches that are perfect if you prefer neutral living room ideas; wooden surfaces, natural woven fibers, and a general, subtle, infusion of nature in the interior design scheme. 

For New York-based interior designer Ewa Podgórska, this is exactly how she approached the living room in her Luna House project. Podgórska says, ‘In designing spaces of the Luna House, we looked to nature to create configurations for depth, openness, and refuge. Nature is particularly evident in the material finishes and subtle texture choices in the main living room space’ says Podgórska. 

‘In this design, we create connections with the use of natural materials, like wood, stone, natural fabrics (think natural woven wool textures, linens, and natural fibers like jute). We focus on subtle textural differences, so each piece has a unique tactile effect. Smooth, rough, polished, brushed – even the same material will feel unique to the touch depending on how it’s finished!'

'Another thing we borrow from nature is the use of the - often subtle - variety because nature loves diversity. So when using wood, we like to mix a few different species and colors of the material in the same space. Colors are soft and neutral, yet we add touches of unexpected patterns, to have that small element of surprise and interest. It’s all about layering. Simplicity can also be dynamic,’ explains Podgórska. 

Want to recreate the subtlety of this trend? Seek out your natural materials and cues and keep it all understated and calm.

17. Very dark walls

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 ‘Dark tones feel incredibly inviting whether you're in for the day or reading deep into the night,' says Patrick O’Donnell, Farrow and Ball ’s brand ambassador. 'A living-room-meets-workspace with a velvety Down Pipe tone feels smart and business-like during work hours, yet glamorous enough to set the scene for intimate dinners or relaxing when the day is done. '

We're seeing that dark walls are feeling like the hug we all feel we need. But to stop them looking too gothic, add in some brighter accessories - a hot pink cushion will really pop.

18. Maximalism 2.0, more is more 

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Maximalism is all about loading the space with stand-out design elements. Initially, people perceived maximalism to mean patterned wallpaper, on every surface. This was what caught people's attention and put the trend at the forefront of designer and brand lines. 

However, over the last year or so, the maximalism look has shifted and elevated into a new sphere, and modern living room trends have moved the idea on. It’s about being a curator, and surrounding yourself with interesting, beautiful, and fun objects and things. And comfort! Squishy couches with good sofa depth are key. The designer who probably best resonates and represents this is renowned New York-based designer Jonathan Adler, a leading light in how to curate a ‘wow’ interior space where every element sings and is as fabulous as it can be.  

Adler says, ‘Minimalism is a bummer. Minimalism is very safe, Tasteful, but it is not memorable. I think it’s a sign that you are slightly afraid of doing anything wrong and I think that’s a very boring way to live. To me, minimal is miserable, and maximalist is merry. People might think that I’m very post-Marie Kondo but I absolutely love her concept that you should only surround yourself with things that spark joy. I just happen to have lots of things that spark happiness within my soul - and encourage you to find joy in, say, a lipstick-pink chair, just because.’ 

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19. Downtown urban city chic 

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Bringing the urban city apartment look right up to date, with a certain downtown chicness, is New York-based designer Rayman Boozer. We’ve had the Industrial trend. You probably know what that looked like. Stripped back steel, burnished metal fittings, and lots of copper and exposed filament bulbs. Well, it’s moved on. Take your industrial apartment or warehouse-style and get confident with color, says Rayman, a proponent of this modern living room trend. 

Brick walls or wall paneling looks brilliant painted out - softening the backdrop - with a muted color hue. Boozer has the ultimate touch when it comes to transforming a downtown living room. 

‘Color palette can really set a tone for a room, and particularly in your home, it sheds light on your personality!' Rayman says. 'You can walk into a space and instantly learn something about the inhabitants without speaking a word. The real challenge is discovering what personality to emote.'

Recreate that urban city buzz and energy with a smorgasbord of colorful furnishings, accessories, and art, against a smooth and sophisticated backdrop hue. It’s confident and it’s new. If the infamous - original - Carrie Bradshaw apartment needed a 2023 interior overhaul, our bets would be it would be looking like this.

20. 20th century magpie 

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Reclaimed, vintage, and modern antiques are a buoyant trend in the interiors industry. Mid-century modern furniture design pieces, in particular, prove greatly appealing for interior designers and their clientele. 

Kurt Kovacs Braidley, gallery manager at Sigmar , a King’s Road-based interior design business that specializes in the sourcing and supply of unique and highest quality 20th century design furniture and lighting, says ‘Including original vintage furniture and objects within an interior is a necessity for us. It’s our raison d’etra. Most people are aware that putting something old within a new space is a good way to inject warmth and character into a room. However, sourcing the right vintage piece for an interior can do much more. The perfect armchair, chair, or coffee table can help make a space more operational, breathable, and calm. It is all about feeling.'

'Generally speaking, we find that objects from the past were awarded a greater level of consideration in regards to their design and materials. You have to go far to match the same levels of craftsmanship and inherent uniqueness in today’s world. Specifically, Modernist design from the Mid-20th Century, an era characterized by Utopian post-war reconstruction, was resolved in being better than what came before and pieces were designed to last. In a nutshell, the high level of consideration put into designs of the Mid-20th century design items means that they retain a sense of traditional craftspersonship even though, more often than not, they utilized modern industrial materials and were mainly produced by machine. Include a 20th century item of quality, say a table or chair from the mid-1950s or 160s, and you instantly add a higher level of design to your living room.’

21. Dusky yellows

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'For a living room, the use of yellow can create a mellow and uplifting interior all at the same time,' says Martin Waller of Andrew Martin. 'It transports us back to long lazy sun-drenched days in the Mediterranean and it can brighten us up on gloomy days. It works brilliantly with blues, teals, greens and reds, and for real crisp freshness use with white. But if you want to opt for tones such as grey, this will help create the illusion of space.'

Now yellow can be a tricky shade to work with, but pick the right one and choose the best colors to pair with yellow and it can transform a room into a sunny cave of warmth and comfort. And if painting all four walls seems like too much of a jump, be inspired by this living room trend and just take it up onto the ceiling for a subtler look.

What colors are on trend for living rooms in 2023?

As a lot of these living room trends show, when it comes to colors there has been a huge shift over the past year from light, airy, bright rooms to colors that instill more of a cozy comforting vibe. So rather than crisp white walls and grey sofas we have seen in past years, it's now all about warm hues – creams, beiges, ochres, terracotta, and when done right, even browns. 

And the colors are getting bolder too. Maximalism is back in a big way but with more of a curated, less cluttered vibe and this look is all about experimenting with colors as well as prints. More muted versions of the primary hues are seeping into interiors, red for example, a once rarely used shade, is popping up more and more frequently in living rooms adding vibrancy but also that warmth too. 

The key colors for living rooms in 2023 will be brown, black, yellow and green.

What furniture in on trend for living rooms?

The love for Mid-century modern furniture isn't going anywhere let's just say that from the off. Those clean, slim lines are still a huge living room trend. But, again linked to the whole comfort trend, furniture that's cozy and comfy and curvy is creeping in amongst the simple silhouettes of Mid-century modern pieces. And tactile upholstery is here too, boucle, velvet, suede, fabric that feel good to touch are on trend living room furniture ideas.

Design Writer, presenter, panel host, consultant and journalist Roddy Clarke is a regular in the pages of Livingetc. He also writes frequently for FT Weekend and Forbes. Based in London, and with a breadth of skills and hands on industry experience, Roddy now offers an exclusive interior styling and design service.

Living room trends 2023- the latest key looks to use in your living space

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If you're looking for the latest living room trends for 2023, you've come to the right place. Our living rooms play host to the whole family for a huge chunk of the time we spend in our homes, and they need to work harder now more than ever, as lounges have become home offices, home schooling hubs and an entertaining space too.

So if you're starting to gather your favourite living room ideas, have a look through the top trends that will be emerging for the year ahead, to ensure your home reflects some of the most up-to-date looks.

Lauren Harris, Senior Designer at DFS says, 'As we move into 2023 and an enduring climate of uncertainty in the outside world, one place we can experiment and express ourselves boldly and confidently is in our homes. As a result, we’re seeing many adventurous interior trends on the horizon for the new year, drawing on global influences as a form of escapism and turning to nature as a source of continuity and comfort.'

 

Living room trends for 2023

Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director at Dulux adds, 'In 2023, our living rooms are going to be places in our homes where we can properly live.'  

'Although the living room has always been a favourite space, it had in recent years become more of a showcase to impress friends and family than a place in which we could be our true selves.  Over a tumultuous few years of change that has seen our homes working harder than ever, the living room is transforming into a place in which we can express who we really are and how we really want to feel.'  

'It will become a gallery of our lives filled with rich storytelling and comfortable, comforting furniture and accessories - that most importantly doesn’t look like anyone else’s living room. '

Here, our round up of living room trends offer all the inspiration needed to rethink your home, whether that's redefining the entire space with on-trend paint shades and investing in this season's best sofas, or simply upgrading soft furnishings with the latest looks.

Whichever of the living room trends you choose, you can't really go wrong because after all, it's all about self expression and making the most of the space to create your own version of a happy home.

1. Add texture with Bouclé

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The trend for this nubby textile took off in 2020, but shows no signs of stopping in 2023. Embrace the fabric and opt for a bouclé statement piece like a sofa or this Otis swivel accent chair, £425, Next or dip your toe in the trend with a textured cushion instead.

A looped yarn predominantly seen in pale hues of white and cream, homeowners with young children or enthusiastic pets, might feel like neutral living room ideas is a trend they'll have to let pass them by. And that's ok, because another fabric finish that won't be budging from our living rooms is velvet...

2. Velvet still reigns supreme

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Velvet sofas have been big business for a number of years now and it's unusual to come across a modern living room without one. 

Lauren Harris, Senior Designer at DFS says, 'While bouclé popularity endures, it doesn’t mean that velvet is out for 2023. Contrastingly, this much adored fabric is still set to be a staple in many homes but with a fresh velvet twist that sees the fabric bringing an unrivalled sense of opulence and glamour to our spaces. Statement velvet sofas make an impactful centre piece in any room and added twists such as chesterfield buttoning, scalloped silhouettes, or tasteful fluting can give these furnishings a modern twist.”

Investing in a velvet sofa is a great way to bring colour and vibrancy into your space. However, if you're not ready to take that plunge, opting for a velvet cocktail chair or glamorous lighting fixture will offer affordable updates to your living room.

3. The Art of Display

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One of the living room trends set to be big for 2023, is displaying our (curated) wares, rather than tidying them away. Sideboards, display cabinets and even living room shelving ideas are ideal for showing off keepsakes and collectibles and gives a sense of personality to your living space. Plus they are easy to update throughout the year. 

Andrew Tanner, Head of Design at Habitat says, “It was the Victorian era that celebrated the art of display the best, from cloches and wall plates to floral displays and curiosity cabinets.' 

'Today however, it’s about showcasing personalised collectibles, ones based on memories and souvenirs that evoke emotion. We’re creating our own ‘shop windows’ where we display what represents us. This is a way we can style our own vignettes around the home, refreshing them when the mood strikes, which is particularly attractive to those who rent their homes and have limited ways they can put their own stamp on them. ' 

4. Blue hues

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One of the colours we'll be seeing a lot of in living rooms for 2023, is blue, in all its many guises. Having previously been Dulux's Colour of the Year for 2022 (check out their 2023 shade below) it a surprisingly easy shade to live with and blue sofa living room ideas are definitely one to check out.

'Blue is one of the colours that require our eyes to do little-to-no adjusting, which will help to create a feeling of restfulness and harmony in the home. Not only does the shade bring a sense of calm, but it is also vibrant, injecting more life and energy into a space than a more traditional neutral tone.' Helen Shaw, Director, Benjamin Moore UK

Emma Bestley, Co-Founder of Yes Colours , adds, 'We’re predicting blue hues are going to be knocking green off its top spot for 2023. Starting with sky blue for its calming effect, we’re already starting to see this shade introduced in bedrooms and living rooms. '

'Meanwhile, electric blue really ramps up a space with its punchy hue. This shade works well in small pockets, like doorways or painted decorative ornaments.'

5. Look to nature to feel inspired

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Incorporating nature into our indoor environments became hugely popular following the pandemic and the Biophilia trend sets to become bigger for 2023 too, especially for open-plan living room ideas.

Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director at Dulux says, 'As we have come to fully realise the many benefits of being closer to nature from better wellbeing and mental health to being more sustainable in our choices, we will see a greater use of nature inspired colours like Dulux Colour of the Year 2023 Wild Wonder which are designed to make us feel gently uplifted and at one with the great outdoors.'  

'Plants are the new pets and flowers the new natural high that will help us to balance the demands of a fast paced digital world and our need for peace and stability. '

But if you're looking for a more glamorous take on this trend, that can be worked into your living space too. 

Lauren Harris, Senior Designer at DFS adds, 'An emerging trend for 2023 that we're calling Nature Luxe, which will see the natural world inspiring luxurious looks, featuring neutral green palettes, organic textures such as bouclé, imperfect metallics and organic curved forms. The overall feel is grounded but exclusive, emulating the boutique feel of a sophisticated hotel or members club and taking biophilic design to new heights.'

6. Goodbye accent, Hello framing

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Painted feature walls are a staple in many living rooms and while we can't see them disappearing completely, as they are such a strong example of living room paint ideas the new way to do use paint for 2023 is framing.

Emma Bestley, Co-Founder of Yes Colours says, 'Rather than an accent wall that can feel quite flat or dare I say it, dated, we’re framing our windows and door area for a playful burst of colour. This technique frames the outside world, connecting us to nature while positioning the landscape as a piece of art.'

Laura Jackson, Co-founder of Glassette adds, 'For 2023, we are saying decorate don’t renovate, as we are all about creating an amazing living space that focuses on things that you can do in an inexpensive but beautiful way.' 

'One of them is framing your windows and doors, which can be done by painting the inside of your window a contrasting colour to your wall colour. You can also do the same for your door frames and picture rails, which really pulls out the key features in a living room and gives it more definition.'

7. Muted graphics

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Gisela Lancaster, Buying Manager, Sofology says, 'Contemporary commercial design is increasingly incorporating graphic pattern. The muted graphics trend simplifies this concept, allowing the creation of a liveable scheme that incorporates graphic pattern.' 

'To create a cohesive and mood boosting space, use mixed materials on a smaller scale and in a considered graphic scheme. Add simple design tricks such as panelled walls, combined with graphic wallpaper to compliment and frame a statement upholstery piece such as the Finchley 2 seater in Drift Plum All over, £899, Sofology .'

8. A dose of dopamine

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Brights are back! Full of personality and joie-de-vivre, get ready to inject colour into your home from floor to ceiling with carpet in every colour under the sun! We're especially loving this Edmonton Twist Carpet in Old Gold Plain, £27.99 m2, Carpetright , to add some spring to your step.

It's all about bringing the joy for 2023 and colour is key to that. While 2022 might have been about colour drenching walls and ceilings in the same cocooning shade, for 2023 we take it a step further and add that vibrancy to floors too. 

“Colour is incredibly emotive and we have deeply rooted associations with certain colours and tones of colour. Layered onto this is a joyfulness when you see colour and pattern mixed together in a skilful way that makes your heart sing a little. It’s experiencing something refreshing and just a little bit different or unexpected that gives us all mental lift', says Jo Littlefair, Co-Founder and Director of Goddard Littlefair  

9. Accessorise with decorative pieces

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Accessories are a big part of making a living space feel personal and homely and for 2023 it's all about styling them up like a pro. Don't be afraid to make a display of just a couple of your favourite pieces, rather than fill every surface or shelf space.

Sarah O'Sullivan, Home Designer at John Lewis & Partners says, 'For an updated classic interior, it's all about decorative styling. Layering patterns with pops of colour and beautifully decorative accessories.' 

'Living room lighting plays an important role in accenting a room, and for SS23 table and floor lamps in heritage inspired shapes are the go to. This season we've also built on our love of gingham prints, pairing them with patterns inspired by folklore storytelling. ' 

10. Multi-functional space

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Multi-functional is the watch word for living rooms in the new normal. Now that our homes are doubling up as offices, gyms and pop-up bars, clever storage ideas are a must. An ottoman living room storage idea will provide space to store gym equipment, or office supplies. While a fold down desk will allow smaller spaces to be transformed into home offices with minimal disruption.

'People will be looking for versatile pieces of furniture and flexible storage units that work across the home, creating seamless clever combinations for a range of needs and solutions,' explains Rosheen Forbes Commercial Activity & Events Leader at IKEA UK & Ireland. 'These functional, beautiful and personal solutions also create a sense of calm, which is particularly important at the moment when we’re spending more time indoors.'

What colour is in for interiors in 2023?

Emma Bestley, Co-Founder of Yes Colours says, '2023 is just around the corner and when it comes to the Living room - we ultimately want comfort. The question is what colour gives us comfort? This is a very personal preference but we are seeing a lot of attention on rich saturated earthy colours, not muted or pale but very warm, deep terracotta or a damson-like deep burgundy for living spaces.' 

'The comfort factor is enhanced with these jewel tones due to the fact that they surround you with a dramatic darkness - sticking to the warmer tones of oranges and reds will create that feeling of being cocooned without the winter chill of the cooler colours like blue and teal.'

Debbie Drake, Design Director at Dunelm says we should be looking to the sea to influence our colour choices for 2023. 'Celebrate the UK’s beautiful shorelines with gentle shades of crisp blues this season. Reflecting water and a sense of wellbeing, this serene palette can be styled with duck egg and seafoam for a more modern appeal.' 

'Mixing ivory and sand tones with motifs of native species and the rock formations and shells that can be found on the shorelines, this trend is the perfect transitional trend into the warm summer months. '

Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director at Dulux explains their approach to colour for 2023. 'Colour ‘trends’ will be replaced by colour ‘stories’; carefully selected collections of colours that capture a specific mood of the moment which we can use to enhance our lives and the much loved things we furnish and decorate our homes with.'                                          
'There are 4 main colour stories that will capture our imagination in 2023.  Each story has 10 colours that reflect a different aspect of nature which can be used across every element in a room from floor to ceiling to create a distinctive mood.' 

'The first is called ‘Lush’, a combination of soft greens and delicate violets that together capture the subtle dynamism of living plants and enhance the healing powers of nature.'  

'The second is called ‘Buzz’ and contains pink, gold and orange hues reminiscent of a wildflower meadow in full bloom which fill a home with joy.  The third is the ‘Raw’ palette of nature’s building block colours.  These are wood, stone, clay and ochre shades that work effortlessly together to support stronger accent colours you may already have in the home.'

'The fourth and final palette ‘Flow’ centres on helping us to tune back into the rhythms of nature like the tides and seasons.  It’s a palette of soft sea and sky blues that make rooms appear much bigger and whoever occupies them feel much more tranquil.'

What are the interior trends for 2023?

One of the big trends to look out for in 2023 in that of Nostalgia. Laura Jackson, Co-founder of Glassette says, “We are going for waves over scallops for 2023! The wave wiggle lamp from Bias Editions is a great buy for this new year trend!'

'Also going into the new year, we are really thinking about our mental health and focusing on special pieces that make us feel good and spark joy, items that have sentimental value mixed in with joyful bright coloured pieces, for example we love artist Lucy Mahon , her everyday art gives you a real boost and pick me up. ' 

'Finally, sourcing vintage is a key trend for 2023. Vintage mid-century pieces can really give a room character, perfect for those who appreciate original pieces and their nostalgic appeal. My favourite past time is browsing pre-loved interiors and mid-century furniture platform, Vinterior . The last few years have seen Rattan furniture rise but now it’s time for wave-back wooden sofas. It nods back to the 17th century but is completely timeless in my eyes.'

Sarah O'Sullivan, Home Designer at John Lewis & Partners goes on to add, 'We're being inspired by modern retro styles for next season in the living room, adding a touch of glamour to the space. Warm luxurious materials add a sophisticated feel and adding accent furniture pieces in a mix of on-trend boucle and darker woods work well to create a harmonious scheme.'

Andrew Tanner, Head of Design at Habitat explain how looking to the past brings a sense of security and familiarity which we turn to this during uncertain times.

'It’s not surprising that we look to the past to bring a sense of comfort and nostalgia, and we tend to view our homes as places of sanctuary. For many, home updates are done gradually, marrying old, inherited homeware and furniture with newer pieces that we source over time.' 

'While bucolic, pastoral florals soared in popularity in 2022, we’ve seen a sentimental 70s resurgence emerge in both fashion and design. A good example is the curved Rattan Chaise that we’ve reintroduced from the Habitat archives (available to buy in Spring 2023). The adventurous, vibrant colour palette and association with natural materials such as bamboo, rattan, knitted wools and raw woods puts the look in prime position to feature in the Gen-Z home for 2023.'

Holly Walsh has been Content Editor at Ideal Home since 2021, but joined the brand back in 2015. With a background of studies in Interior Design, her career in interior journalism was a no-brainer and her passion for decorating homes is still as strong as it ever was. While Holly has written for most of the home titles at Future, including Livingetc, Country Homes & Interiors, Homes and Gardens and Style at Home, Ideal Home has always been her ideal home, and she can be found sharing her expertise and advice across both the printed magazine and the website too.

Living room design 2023: 75 trendy interiors, trends

The hall is the calling card of any apartment or house. Here we spend most of the time, receive guests, communicate with the family, just relax. It is in the design of this room that you can experiment and express yourself. In this article, we have collected all the current trends in 2023 in the interior of the living room with photos of beautiful examples.

Living room design trends 2023

1. Wood and stone furniture
2. Modular systems
3. Round shapes
4. Without TV
5. Various armchairs
6. Art objects
7. Enveloping Palette
8. Bright sofa
9. Lamps as decor

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One of the main global trends is the desire to get as close to nature as possible within an apartment. Therefore, designers bring as many relevant elements to the interiors as possible: from live plants to biophilic decor and appropriate colors.

In the trendy living room of 2023, this is primarily expressed in the use of furniture made from natural materials. Give up plastic and cheap chipboard in favor of natural wood, rattan, stone. Yes, such products are more expensive, but this is a profitable investment, as they will last much longer than budget counterparts. In addition, natural textures look more noble - and at the same time natural. They will create a feeling of comfort in the room, without reducing the cost or simplifying the design. Complement such furniture with textiles made from natural fabrics and laconic decor in the same concept.

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Social networks of designer Yana Sergunina

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Design: Alexandra Hartke. Photo: Evgeny Gnesin

Design: Alexandra Hartke. Photo: Evgeniy Gnesin

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Social networks of designer Yana Sergunina

Modular sofas are one of the brightest trends that will definitely not lose ground in the near future.

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Interior design is now experiencing an era of functionality and reasonable minimalism, the concept of which fits perfectly with the idea of ​​modular upholstered furniture.

Why modular systems are good:

Modular sofas are made in a modern design, thanks to which they fit perfectly into minimalist, loft and contemporary interiors. They are not used in pure classics, but are suitable for contrasting eclectic design, in which several different directions are mixed. By the way, such a mixture of styles also corresponds to what kind of living rooms are now in trend.

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The focus is steadily shifting to creating the most cozy and comfortable atmosphere, which means that all shapes and silhouettes will soften. Even now, in fashionable interiors, rectangular furniture with pronounced corners is being replaced by smooth, curved lines: round chairs and tables, spherical lamps, crescent-shaped sofas, shells, islands. The trend is any streamlined shapes and a variety of textures that flow into each other and make the space unified. Moreover, it does not have to be a perfectly even circle - pay attention to the forms inherent in nature with their imperfections and sometimes the lack of perfect symmetry.

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Social networks of Rob Sonrak Architects studio

If earlier psychologists and designers "kicked" TVs out of the bedroom, now they are increasingly leaving the living room without them.

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The solution is not yet widespread, since it is difficult for many to imagine their life without a TV, but it is already definitely becoming a trend and will be increasingly found in the design of the hall in the apartment in 2023. This does not mean that you need to spend time in the room in complete silence — There are many alternatives to a dark screen on the wall. To understand if you really need a TV, answer yourself two questions:

The first question will help you understand what life scenarios take place in the hall and, accordingly, what functional areas you need. For example, if you often invite friends home or gather with the whole family, it is worth organizing a comfortable soft group. And if your hobby is playing board games, then take care of a comfortable table. Don't like to sit in silence? You can put a smart speaker or make a full-fledged stereo system.

The second question will help you understand which technique is right for you. So, if you mainly watch movies, series or videos on the Internet, then a traditional TV can be replaced with a laptop. Want to enjoy movies on the big screen? Hang the projector - it is much easier to fit into the interior.

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Social networks of designer Maria Kalina

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Previously formed a mild group: sofa, sofa, bones two chairs from one chairs from one. set, coffee table in the middle.

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Such a strict symmetrical composition came from traditional interiors, but now you can move away from this rule. The exception is the classical and partially neoclassical style, which has its own strict canons and principles for organizing space.

What will replace it? Not new, but a steady trend in living rooms for 2023 is accent chairs from different collections. They can be completely different in shape, material, shade, do not overlap either with each other or with the sofa. Of course, such a free composition requires a certain amount of observation, and it is more difficult to combine the incongruous than objects from the same group. To make the sofa group look harmonious, follow a few rules.

How to combine items in a sofa group:

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What can be an art object:

The amount of such decor with history should be in line with the style of the room. So, if the design of the living room is made in minimalism, hi-tech, scandi or contemporary, there should be little decoration. It is better to choose one large-format element and make it the focal point of the space, adding a minimum number of other accessories. But in creative living rooms in the style of boho, eclecticism, art deco, shabby chic, you can give yourself free rein and not be afraid to overdo it with decor.

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Design: Elena Nasyrova. Photo: Olga Melekestseva. Style: Evgenia Poleshchuk

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Studio Studios Elena Lebedeva

STRICS DARIA VASIKOVA

STETIA RED ROBOT Design

Elena Sidorina

Simple STRENTS COMPOTIONS KVVADRAT COMPOTIONS , and the so-called palette-cocoon.

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It is created using enveloping hues, often within a single color (such as beige or warm grey) to create a cozy monochrome or near-monochrome palette. The neutrality of shades is compensated by a variety of shapes and textures: combine wood, marble, metal, natural fabrics, living plants, etc. To achieve the feeling of a soft enveloping cocoon, use soft warm colors: cream, butter, biscuit, coffee, ivory, etc. Complement them with contrasting accents: black, dark gray, deep blue, emerald green.

Design: Margarita Zenova

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Another way to place accents, which is gaining more and more popularity, involves the opposite of the previous point.

Design: Natalia Vasilyeva

Against the backdrop of a discreet palette and neutral finishes, a bright spot of color plays the role of a sofa. It can be either a modular design or a classic model. The main thing in this design is the overall calm color scheme, against which the only large object will stand out. Choose noble deep shades: burgundy, plum, dark blue, deep purple, terracotta, emerald, ocher, peach, mint, coral, etc. So that a bright product does not look foreign in the design of the hall in the apartment, it must be supported with the help of other elements:

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Like any accessories, they should be used sparingly. For example, general light can be solved with built-in ceiling spots or lighting around the perimeter (the “floating ceiling” looks especially impressive), but beautiful lamps can be used as an additional one: sconces, floor lamps, curly pendants. Both in modern interiors and in neoclassical, lamps made of glass or precious metals look great - at the same time, they can be simple in shape, but stand out due to their bright texture.

There is another approach: to focus, on the contrary, on the central light. It can be a luxurious chandelier or an original designer lamp above a sofa or dining group. In this case, other sources can be chosen in a more restrained design.

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Design: Denis and Elena Matveevs

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ANASTIONS PHODOMS trends and modern ideas

Many people strive to follow fashion trends. This applies to all areas, including interior design. This article will focus on the design of the living room in 2022.

There are no special innovations in the design of the premises this year.

The main design requirements are as follows:

Judging by the photo of the design of living rooms in 2022, we can note some trends that are most often found in the decoration of certain surfaces.

Ceilings

Gypsum plasterboard ceilings are still popular. With their help, you can visually expand the room. Provide bright lighting to the room with actual recessed ceiling lights.

Cool shades of the ceiling also expand the space. The problem of a small room can be solved by a mirror or glossy ceiling.

If the room is very small, do not use horizontal lines in the interior of the 2022 living room. Only clear vertical lines are appropriate here.

Wall decoration

Walls and ceilings should be painted in the same color to visually expand the space. Bright colors are suitable only for large rooms; they are strictly prohibited in small living rooms.

Trendy wallpapers for the living room in 2022 - photo wallpapers. Just don't cover the whole room with them. To create a bright and spacious living room, wallpaper with a glossy finish is suitable.

An interesting modern design idea is a mirrored wall.

Flooring

Flooring can also visually expand the space. For flooring, it is also better to use light shades. Creamy and beige colors are in fashion now. Another trend this year is mosaic floors.

Door

Doors are selected according to the overall interior design.

Sliding doors are a good solution for a small living room. Many now prefer just such doors.

Light

If your living room has a large window, make sure to focus on it. Modern fashion dictates the condition of bright illumination. If the window is not large, then provide good lighting in the room with evenly distributed lamps.

Furnishings

Judging by the photos of the interiors of beautiful living rooms in 2022, small-sized furniture with rounded shapes is in trend now.

Furnishing a guest room should be practical and functional.

For small spaces, it is better to use modular, built-in or hanging furniture.

Design tips for large living rooms

Design tips for small living rooms

Trendy styles in the interior

Maximalism

This style implies bright prints and textures, layering.

Modesty is not appropriate here. Be careful with maximalism in small spaces.

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