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10 Tips for Styling Large Living Rooms {& Other Awkward Spaces}

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After recently sharing my tips for styling a small living room, I received a few requests for tips dealing with a larger living rooms! While small living rooms have their own challenges due to their limited space, bigger living areas present their own set of issues. Bigger than average rooms can be wonderful for entertaining, but not as cozy or even functional for day to day living.

So how can you make the best of a large living room? Even if your room is not huge, it can be difficult to furnish if it is awkwardly shaped or connected to another space in some way, so these tips or inspiration photos might apply to a variety of sizes and shapes of rooms or great rooms!

Today I’m sharing 10 of my favorite tips for styling a bigger living room!

Sarah Richardson

1. Designate zones.

In a small room, you will likely only have room for one conversation area and no additional space for furniture groupings. Large rooms can function as so much more than just a large sitting area, but you might have to get creative with how to best utilize the size or shape of the room you have. Identify several possible functional areas within the room, such as a conversation zone (or two or three!), a media zone, an area for a writing desk, a console or a game table, a dining area or perhaps a reading area.

2. Divide the space visually.

You can add ceiling beams, half walls or pillars (like what is between my own family room and kitchen) to divide up a room visually in semi-permanent ways, or for flexibility you might be able to use area rugs, curtains, wallpaper and furniture placement to help create visually cozy spaces within the larger room. Even a sofa with its back to another space, or a chaise lounge, a large bench, tables between chairs, an attractive screen, large lamps, curtains, or plants can help divide the spaces.

3. Anchor the room.

Great rooms or large living areas can end up feeling cluttered if you put too many small pieces in the room without at a couple of anchoring pieces. A sectional, large sofa, large coffee table and even built in bookcases or a piano will help anchor a room so smaller pieces can be tucked in here and there as accents if necessary.

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4. Scale matters.

Do you have tall ceilings that makes your room feel out of balance? Opt for taller furniture whenever possible. If furniture is all short, your ceilings will feel too tall and your furniture will be dwarfed. Consider a taller bookcase, an armoire, taller backs on chairs and sofas and taller accessories.

Chango & Co (NYC design firm)

4. Creative lighting.

No matter what size of a room you have, lighting can make a difference in how the room feels. Fortunately with a large room there are often more windows, so during the day lighting isn’t as much of a concern. But shadows and dark corners can make everyone feel uneasy at night. If you have just one center ceiling light, you will likely want to add more light with lamps. A room can look awkward if you have too many lamps, though, so here are a couple of tips for lighting a large room.

Perhaps pick two or three lamps of larger scale with similar shades and then mix in slimmer less obtrusive metal floor and wall lamps to bring lighting all around the room. Mixing in glass lamps can also prevent lamp overload. You can have an outlet put into the floor near the perimeter of a conversation area for a lamp cord if it isn’t convenient to plug it in the wall.

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5. Use color. 

Color and pattern can be used to break up big expanses of walls in a great room or cut the size of a tall wall down to a more comfortable height. Add wainscoting with varying shades of neutrals or colors painted above and below the molding. If you have a high ceiling, you may want to try a simple trick to cozy up your room. If you paint the ceiling a shade or two or even several shades darker than your walls (or use paneling!), your ceiling won’t seem as tall and your room might feel more snug and cozy.

Seating area for large, small or awkward room via BHG

6. Double up.

If you can’t find a coffee table big enough for your space, bulk up a larger conversation with two matching square or rectangle ottomans side by side. Or use a coffee table with two ottomans pulled up next to it. You can also use two area rugs for two separate conversation areas rather than one large one.

Create greater punch by bringing together four chairs and a round ottoman or table rather than just two chairs. Chairs are less visually divisive in a room than a sofa so they can create a pleasing flow and conversation area in large spaces, small rooms or awkward areas with challenging traffic patterns. Anytime you can use several of anything like double footstools, two lamps or sets of chairs, the impact will be greater!

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7. Avoid too much wall ‘hugging.’

One thing that often looks funny to me is a large room with the sofa is pushed back against one wall and the chairs on the opposite size of the room against the other wall, leaving too much open space in the middle. If you have to shout in order to have a conversation with someone sitting across from you in the room, it is likely your furniture is too far apart.

With a larger room you can pull seating out from the walls to create a much cozier conversation area around a focal point like a fireplace. Don’t fear empty walls, you can use wall space for art, buffets and consoles, benches and bookcases or additional conversation areas where the furniture can be pulled closer together.

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8. Bold is best.

Art work and accessories in a big room should be bigger and bolder. If you have framed prints or photos for your wall, go with a larger size than the standard 8 x 10 or 5 x 7 frames. Go group larger pieces together to make an even more bold punch in a room rather than several smaller pieces spread throughout the room.

9. Layers cozy up the space.

If your room feels cold, sound echoes or if the vibe is cozy enough, it might not be the size of the room but instead you just might need more layers. Add area rugs (you can even layer two rugs together for even more texture), hang curtains, add baskets for more texture and sound absorption and accessories to help soften the spaces. Softer spaces feel much cozier and inviting so be sure you have plenty of upholstered pieces, too!

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10. Repetition.

In a large space there tends to be more furniture and accessories, which can feel a bit haphazard. One way to tie a large room of furniture together and unify your style is through repetition. Repeating fabric patterns or colors on chairs or throw pillows will help carry your eye around the room and feel visually more pleasing.

Let’s talk about your living or family room! I know I have had a really hard time with mine because it is very small but has a high ceiling AND it connected to the entry and dining room. Lots of challenges!

Do you have trouble with your living room styling and furniture arrangements? What are some other good tips?

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How to Decorate Your Large Living Room

Design: Katie Hodges, Photo: Amy Bartlam

We're all obsessed with bigger rooms and more space, but honestly, having too much can pose its challenges. While bigger sounds better, it's often difficult to fill all that space in a way that looks cohesive and doesn't feel awkward.

Thankfully, we have 10 examples of large living rooms (and the styling tips to match) that are sure to help you navigate an oversized space. Take notes and get ready to rearrange some furniture.  

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Design: Sascha LaFleur of West of Main

Large spaces, and open concept designs in particular, lack separation between rooms. Creating distinctions between areas makes everything look intentional. A large area rug works to create parameters and visually close off a space, keeping the design from running off into other areas of your home.

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Design: Ashley Ross, Founder & Principal at Muse Noire Interiors, Photo: Laura Sumrak

While small spaces can feel overwhelmed by décor, a large space can handle over-the-top design. This gorgeous living room boasts a statement red tufted couch, a printed rug, chandelier lighting, and a cluster of decorative coffee tables. Make it feel cohesive with matching tints and tones throughout, like a red couch, coral, pillows, and pink lighting fixture.

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Design: Ellie Mroz Design, Builder: Michael Robert Construction, Photo: Victor Wahby of Photography 56

There's no use in having a large living room when dark corners tend to fade into the background. Be smart with the lighting to ensure your big design ideas are well lit from all angles. This living room incorporates stylish overhead pendants and gallery lighting along the wall to ensure every part of the room gets the attention it deserves.

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Design: Katie Hodges, Photo: Amy Bartlam

Although a large living room can accommodate an oversized L-shaped sectional, it's best to swap it for two smaller couches. The layout looks more sophisticated and fills the room in a way that encourages entertainment.

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Design: Hibou Design & Co., Photo: Mike Chajecki

Built-ins can take up a lot of space, but when you have room to spare, it's the perfect time to incorporate a custom design. A modern entertainment center like this one that incorporates wood and marble elements hides all traces of electronic cords and provides tons of space for storage and displaying your favorite décor.

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Design: LAVA Interiors, Photo: Christian Torres

If a single seating area doesn't adequately fill your space, add another one. This vintage-inspired eclectic living room creates two separate seating areas complete with their own couches, chairs, coffee tables, and rugs to fill this oversized space.

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Design: Sire Design, Photo: Kris Tamburello

If your living room boasts a large amount of space, play with proportions and incorporate items that elongate your room even more. A long console with an extended couch and items like a long fireplace accentuate your already-spacious living room.

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Design: Kristin Glandon of KG Designs, Photo: Emily Kennedy

A large living room and entertaining go hand in hand. Since you know your oversized space will quickly fill with friends and family, we suggest always having extra seating on hand to accommodate your guests.

Ottoman seats nestled under a console table and comfy pillows on a build-in window bench will make your guests feel at home even if there's limited couch space.

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Courtesy of Erin Williamson Design

Prints have a way of overwhelming small spaces, but luckily for you and your oversized living room, you have plenty of room to play with prints. With sprawling square footage, you're free to pair achromatic patterns with leopard, plaid and abstract art. In a large space, more is always more.

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Courtesy of Gray Space Interiors

When space is the name of the game, texture is always a good idea. Elements like greenery, pampas grass, and potted plants, along with textiles like curtains and pillows, paired with natural elements such as wood and concrete have a way of warming up large spaces and preventing them from looking empty or stark. Now pair them all together in a single space and you have yourself a designer-approved living room like this one.

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Design of a hall in an apartment - 80 photos of interiors, ideas for renovation

Competently designing the interior of a hall in an apartment is not an easy task. Many trust this process to experienced designers, whose services are, frankly, not cheap. Knowing some principles of shaping the situation and choosing the most suitable style in spirit, it is quite possible to come up with a design on your own and bring your idea to life. In our article, we will consider what a modern design of a hall in an apartment can be and what you need to consider when designing.

General rules for the design of the hall

When planning the design of the hall, it is necessary to take into account the wishes of all family members and organize the space in such a way that everyone can find their own cozy corner here. Also an important point is the choice of style, which should match the design of other rooms. Agree, a classic-style living room adjacent to a minimalist kitchen or hallway will look ridiculous. In the design of the halls, despite their size and shape, there are some general design rules that you should follow so as not to end up with an uncomfortable quirky little room.

Zoning

The division of space into separate functional areas is the main rule for the competent design of a room. There are a lot of ways to carry out zoning - you can separate territories using different finishes for walls, ceilings, and floors. Sometimes this role is played by furniture, for example, a sofa can separate the seating area from the dining room, or the rack will cover the sleeping bed. In the role of limiters are steps-podiums, bar counters, non-bulky partitions. Lighting devices can also play an important role in emphasizing a particular zone. When dividing the territory of the hall into small sections, it must be taken into account that between all the elements there must be some kind of relationship that brings all the zones together.

Finishing materials

The choice of ways to finish interior surfaces is quite large - this applies to the materials themselves, and color schemes. For walls, the most popular type of cladding today is wallpaper, as they have a huge variety of textures and colors. They can be paper, non-woven, washable, liquid; also often found fabric canvases, wallpaper with photo printing and 3D effect. Wallpaper for painting makes it possible to easily eliminate defects that have appeared over time, as well as completely change the color palette of the room. Decorative plaster is also in great demand, which can be smooth or have an interesting texture. A good modern solution is a combination of materials, when different wallpaper canvases, plaster with painting, wallpaper with plaster or wall panels and other options are combined within the living room.

The design of the ceiling surface depends to a greater extent on the dimensions of the room. For rooms with low ceilings, it is better to opt for classic whitewashing or painting or stretch structures. If the hall has high walls, you can use the surface design with drywall, stretch fabrics, creating levels. Figured ceilings often play an important role in highlighting certain areas.

Colors

In contrast to the monochromatic decorations inherent in the interiors of the last century, modern halls can have the most daring color combinations. However, in this matter it is worth considering the location of the room relative to the cardinal points. If the living room windows face south, there will be enough natural bright light, so you can use rich, cold or dark colors - the choice of palette depends on the preferences of the owners and the overall design concept. Otherwise, when the windows face north, it is better to give preference to light and warm shades that compensate for the lack of light and give the atmosphere a cozy atmosphere.

The combination of cold tones of decoration with warm colors of upholstered furniture looks great. One of the modern design techniques involves the so-called "drawing on a white canvas", when wall and ceiling surfaces are decorated with banal white plaster or paint, against which furniture of different colors is arranged.

To create a spectacular design, furniture can be chosen in bright colors, and for an elegant, light interior, preference is given to delicate pastel colors. The choice of one or another option depends on the lifestyle of all family members, their predisposition to noisy parties or calm, quiet evenings.

Furniture and lighting

The territory of the hall should not be heavily cluttered with furniture in order to leave enough free space. A standard set of furniture includes a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, shelving or modular headset designs. Professional designers avoid arranging furniture in the living room along the walls, considering it a relic of the past. It is better to choose one central element (a seating area with a sofa and a TV or a fireplace), from which all subsequent furnishings will be repelled.

Often a hall in an apartment, especially if it does not have a large usable area, contains not one, but several functional areas. There may be a desktop, a bar counter, a children's corner or a bedroom, etc. In this case, it is possible to use non-bulky plasterboard or glass partitions.

The choice and placement of lighting fixtures also plays an important role. In addition to the classic chandeliers that decorated almost all the halls of the past decades, today's market offers a much larger selection of stylish, comfortable lamps. In the living room, it is better to arrange multi-level lighting, adding, in addition to ceiling fixtures, wall sconces, floor lamps, which will locally illuminate certain areas. For a small room, built-in ceiling lights are the best option, and high ceilings can be equipped with pendant lights, depending on the style decision.

Design of a small and walk-through hall

Having considered the general rules for the design of halls, it is worth highlighting some of the features characteristic of rooms with peculiar layouts and sizes.

Small living room

If the area of ​​​​the room is very tiny, which is often found in Khrushchev houses, you can try to combine it with a kitchen, corridor, balcony or loggia. In this case, there will be additional space. But it must be taken into account that such a redevelopment will require obtaining the relevant documents, as well as considerable financial investments. It is better to refuse to place bulky cabinets in a small room - they can find a place in the niches of the corridor or other rooms. Here, the most appropriate would be a minimalist design with the presence of transforming furniture and light colors of decoration.

Walk-through hall

The most difficult to design are walk-through rooms. In this case, you should pay attention to the floor covering, which will be subject to constant trampling, so you can give preference to resistant laminate, ceramic tiles or self-leveling structures, and place carpets only in places of rest. Furniture also should not be in the passage zone - most often it is she who acts as a delimiter for zonal division. Since there will be two or three doors, you need to choose identical models, preferring sliding structures that save a significant amount of space.

Interior styles

In recent decades, it has become fashionable to design interiors in compliance with any style. When choosing one of the directions, which are quite a lot in modern design, one should take into account the size of the premises, personal preferences for color solutions, and, importantly, financial opportunities, since some styles require considerable material investments.

Design of the hall in the style of minimalism

The hall in the minimalist style is distinguished by restraint of decoration and furnishing. Excessive decor is inappropriate here - it gives way to conciseness and functionality. This direction is perfect for halls of any size, assuming a monochrome color scheme (white, beige, ash, etc.), good lighting, a minimum of furniture and the maximum expansion of space both visually and practically by eliminating interior partitions. Liquid wallpaper or paintable, decorative plaster and wall panels made of plastic and wood act as finishing materials for the walls. It is advisable to choose furniture with a glossy surface, glass and mirror elements are relevant.

Loft style hall design

Loft-style living room is a large spacious room with high ceilings and panoramic windows. It is most often combined with neighboring rooms and can only be separated from them by glass partitions. There are such areas as a dining room, a recreation area with a large sofa, a bar counter, an entrance hall (there is no separate entrance vestibule in loft apartments), a dressing room, a work area, etc., so the issue of space zoning is very important.

The color palette varies within gray, white, brown colors and their shades, and bright decor items such as multi-colored sofa cushions, abstract paintings, bright magazine covers, etc. will dilute the monotony. Natural concrete walls or with brickwork are welcome in the decoration, as well as materials imitating them (wall panels, wallpaper, decorative plaster). Communications are not hidden, but deliberately flaunted, emphasizing the style of an abandoned factory slum. The furniture has impressive forms, and the central element is a sofa with a TV or a fireplace.

Provence style hall design

Universal light Provence is suitable for any room, turning it into a cozy quiet corner. The design of the hall in this direction will require the presence of wooden furniture (preferably artificially aged), a fireplace, natural finishing materials (stone, brick, wood), large window openings through which sunlight will flow. Elements such as wallpaper with large flowers, which match textiles, antique frames on the walls, decorative pillows, porcelain figurines, will help to maintain the color. Preference is given to light pastel tones of decoration.

Retro hall design

To create a room in retro style, you need to choose a certain era and the most typical interior items for it. Frequent elements are fabric wallpapers with geometric patterns, a coffee table, antique equipment, black and white family photo galleries on the walls, and round carpets. In the living room, decorated in the 50s of the last century, leather upholstered furniture is appropriate, in the 60s bright curtains, rugs, tablecloths with floral and geometric prints came into fashion. Retro design, reminiscent of the 70s, will become the most concise, it will certainly include a sideboard, a coffee table and a spacious ottoman.

Interior design of the hall in the apartment - photo

For a better acquaintance with various examples of the design of halls in apartments, we have prepared a photo gallery, which contains pictures of the best design solutions. We hope that a visual overview of the interiors will help you make the hall in your apartment stylish, cozy and as comfortable as possible. Happy viewing!

decoration of the living room in a modern style with decorative stone and wood

The hall is considered the main room in the house. To enjoy the rest, to fully celebrate a holiday or an important event, this room should be not only spacious and stylish, but also multifunctional. Therefore, before carrying out the next repair in the hall, it is necessary to carefully consider the nuances of the layout, to select modern finishing materials.

Features

A modern living room is a room that can combine several zones in its interior. Its design depends on the number of family members, as well as on the availability of other living quarters in the house and free space in general. Having decided on the purpose of the hall and what functions the furnishings will perform, you can begin to repair. In this case, the entire space of the room should be involved. Traditionally, the living room can consist of a seating area and a work area, sometimes it is combined with a kitchen.

Before starting renovations in the hall, it is necessary to calculate the amount of work, based on whether a simple restoration of the premises is planned, or a grandiose redevelopment and completion is planned. If it is planned to make only cosmetic repairs, then the ceiling, wall and floor coverings will be replaced, the interior of the room will be updated: new furniture, curtains and other decor items will be purchased. As for the overhaul of the living room, you will need to demolish walls or install partitions, replace windows and doors, install new electrical wiring. Regardless of the chosen type of repair, it is necessary to properly plan the space in the hall. This is the main feature of the performance of all works.

Since the room will consist of several zones, it is necessary to ensure maximum light access, for which it is recommended to increase the size of the windows, use light shades in the design. You can increase the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room using various redevelopment methods: for example, demolish a wall in the kitchen, attach a balcony.

Where to start?

In a standard apartment, the repair of the hall can be done by hand, but if the housing is located in a panel house or an old building, then it will be much more difficult to do, so it is best to entrust some of the construction work to professional craftsmen.

Renovation of the living room should be planned in advance, and the following steps should be included in the action plan:

A preliminary design project is created, in which all measurements and drawings of the room are entered. Accordingly, a suitable building material is selected for him. First of all, dusty operations are carried out in the repair: old wallpaper and plaster are removed. The walls must have a clean and smooth surface, prepared for subsequent work. To align the walls, apply plaster or fix sheets of drywall. After all irregularities and defects are removed from the surface, the base is additionally treated with a primer - it will not only protect the future coating from the formation of fungus and mold, but also increase adhesion for paint, whitewash or wallpaper.

The same applies to the ceiling: it is cleaned and leveled well. Various materials can be used to finish the surface of this type, while for the first self-repair it is not recommended to purchase expensive finishing elements, since working with them requires special skills and experience. After the dismantling of the old coatings, a new floor is installed. Keep in mind that this operation must be done before decorating the walls.

First, a strong screed is made, and the surface is leveled, then the previously selected material is covered. For the hall, parquet, linoleum or laminate are usually purchased.

Choice of style

Modern design options for the hall amaze with a variety of textures and colors, while recently for the interior of this room they prefer to choose a design consisting of a combination of several styles, among which loft, minimalism and hi-tech are especially popular.

Colors and decor

No living room design will look beautiful if it has the wrong color palette. Using the play of color, you can originally divide the room into separate zones.

The combination of a dark floor and light walls will make the room appear wider , while the decoration of the walls, ceiling and floor in white or beige tones will add volume to the room. Pastel colors are considered ideal for a small room, and if the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room is large, then bright and saturated colors are suitable for it. As for the design of the walls, linen and velvet surfaces look great in the living rooms, and silk wallpapers are often used.

Foil decoration looks unusual in the hall. It not only has an aesthetically attractive appearance, but also performs the functions of thermal insulation in the room, protects the space from the radiation of household appliances.

The choice of color palette for the hall depends on the style of the room. If you plan to make the hall classic, then natural colors are used in the decoration, and lovers of something unusual can make various ideas come true - for example, make the walls dark and the floor and ceiling white. In the modern design of living rooms, the use of natural materials is encouraged, so you can decorate the space with wood, leather, glass and metal.

Finishes

When renovating a hall, it is necessary to carefully consider its future appearance, choose the right colors for the room, purchase the appropriate furniture and provide good lighting. You should also free up space from unnecessary items, as elegance and simplicity are the main components of a modern interior. For the design of all surfaces in the room, it is recommended to use high-quality, fashionable materials. They will not only serve for a long time, but will also delight others with their attractive appearance.

Walls

This type of surface can be decorated with various materials. The easiest and most affordable way for independent work is painting the walls. It is well suited in cases where a budget or ordinary repair is chosen, since the process of applying paint does not take much time and does not require much effort, and a new color on the surface will radically change the look of the hall. The paint is purchased for interior decoration. Not bad in the interior of the living room looks and decorative plaster.

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Often the walls in the living room are covered with special panels. They can be attached to a base that is lined with drywall or to a surface with an old finish.

Panels are:

As regards decoration with decorative artificial stone, it is considered the most original way of decorating surfaces. It is often used in design when they want to style the surface like a brick, decorate arches. The stone goes well with vinyl wallpaper: thanks to this composition, an unusual relief and harmony of colors are obtained. Many designers also prefer to use wood or clapboard trim in the hall. Most often, cork wood panels or laminate are chosen for decor, and they also make the block house cover.

An unusual option is the use of leather. To do this, they acquire multi-colored leather tiles, which can have both a glossy and embossed base.

Floor

Flooring in the living room plays a huge role, since the future appearance of the room will depend on its choice. Traditionally, for halls, laminate, parquet, carpet or linoleum are purchased. Each of the above materials is unique in its own way, has positive characteristics, but differs in price and quality. For example, carpet looks great, but its performance properties are inferior to laminate. Parquet has excellent sound and heat insulation, but is more expensive than linoleum.

Therefore, when choosing a floor covering for a hall, it is necessary to be guided not only by aesthetic indicators, but also by the strength and service life of the product. If a simple cosmetic repair is planned in the house, then laying linoleum is suitable. In the event that family finances allow for major repairs, preference should be given to laminate or parquet.

Window opening

Windows in the living room should be large, especially if you plan to combine several zones in the room, so it is recommended to replace the opening and insert new glass. In the design of the hall, it is undesirable to use curtains made of thick fabrics as decoration. It is best to give preference to translucent and light curtains.

Ceiling

Combined ceilings are very popular today. To do this, initially set the levels of drywall, and then hang the structure. After stretching the canvas, a lighting system is carried out. If the room is low, then you can simply make beautiful drywall compositions by decorating them with wallpaper or plaster, while each zone in the room has its own shade and texture.

How to separate from the hallway?

The interior of the hall will look much more interesting if the hall itself is separated from the corridor. Thus, the room will be more spacious and comfortable. There are several ways to make a distinction. For example, a small drywall wall or light shelves work well as a room divider. Visually separate the hallway will help and multi-level flooring. To do this, a small difference in floor levels is made.

In the event that there is little space near the front door, and you really want to delimit the zones, then a mobile partition in the form of a cabinet or a small shelving would be a good option. This design technique is great for miniature rooms decorated in a minimalist style. For spacious passers-by and living rooms, a supporting column can perform a separating function.

Arranging the furniture

When furnishing the hall, one should adhere to the principle of free space. In a small square room, the placement of massive furniture will be inappropriate: for small rooms it is best to purchase compact modules. For a living room of 18 sq. m suitable furniture, consisting of a comfortable sofa, coffee table and several armchairs. If you plan to hold festive dinners in the room, then you will also need a table.

Upholstered furniture should be installed near the walls , and in an interior that provides for a workplace, a desk is placed by the window. It is much easier to equip a hall in a private wooden house, since when planning it, the living area is often made large. The design with ceiling beams will beautifully complement natural wood furniture. In such living rooms, a modular wall should be installed, on the sides of which you can hang shelves for books and decorative items.

Lighting

After the design of the room has been chosen, as well as the finishing of all surfaces, you will have to worry about the lighting system. Lack of light in a room can ruin the overall look of the space, making everything look dull and dull. Most often, large chandeliers and floor lamps are chosen for living rooms.

If a stretch ceiling is installed in the room after renovation, spotlights will provide multi-level lighting, thanks to which the space will be filled with romance and comfort.

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