Living space design ideas

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis is a lifestyle expert and writer specializing in global interior design trends and styles which she is able to experience first-hand through her extensive travels. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Forbes, Homes & Gardens, and Real Homes. Kaitlyn also worked for AskMen.com, where she managed an international team of writers and experts.

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Updated on 02/24/22

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The options are endless when it comes to designing and decorating your living room space—which can be both exciting and intimidating! Do you want something calming and zen to retreat into after a long day, or do you want something punchy and bright with enough seating to host guests on a regular basis?

Whether you’re looking for a cozy little nest conducive to binge watching movies and kicking back or you want to ensure your space is ready to receive friends and family on a whim, we’ve rounded up some of the coolest living room ideas for all types of households and lifestyles. Read on if you want to get clear on exactly what type of living room will suit your style.

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  Consider a Natural Clay Wall Treatment

  Mitchel G. David

  “Natural clay color living rooms are now in high demand,” says Mitchel G. David, Founder of Beach Life Ocean City. “The light clay color on the wall adds some fresh buoyancy to the portrait and furniture while also bringing out the warmer tones in the dark fireplace. In some lighting, it appears light pink and in others, a more beige hue.”

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  Go for Multi-Purpose Furniture

  Forbes + Masters

  Geoff Cash, Founder of Refresh Remodeling, suggests making use of multipurpose furniture—especially for those who have small living area space, these kinds of furniture are a lifesaver. “Choose furniture that is both beautiful and multifunctional,” says Cash. “It will cost you less because you don't need to get a lot of furniture in your living room.”

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  Incorporate Natural Elements

  @afrobohemianliving

  Natural elements are stress relievers. Having them inside your house will make you more relaxed. The natural elements in the living area make you bring outside in the inside of your homes.

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  Make Your Sofa the Focal Point

  Brexton Cole Interiors

  If you’re hoping to foster a sense of comfort and coziness, consider making the couch the focal point of the room and designing the flow around it. “Inviting couches make the whole room feel more comfortable and cozier than pairs of chairs,” says Lynne Sade, Founder of A Farmhouse Reborn.

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  Go for a Neutral Wall Color

  Cathie Hong Interiors

  “Living rooms are meant to be interesting but the wall color is not always the place to do that,” says Sade. “A pretty white/off white/cream softens the walls and allows the color to come through the accents, like furniture, pillows, and artwork.”

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  Consider Neutral Furniture and Accessories

  Forbes + Masters

  If you’d prefer to go for a bold wall color, consider opting for neutral furniture and accessories to balance it out. “When designing anything I always think about flexibility, it is an absolute must to include some easy to coordinate colors such as neutrals,” says Savannah Phillips, Interior Designer at The Knobs Company. Neutrals will help pull the room together—even if you prefer to swap out your furnishing or decor on a regular basis.

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  Aim for Clean Lines

  Jenn Pablo Studios

  “One of my all time favorite ways to design a home is to use clean lines and a more minimalistic approach,” shares Phillips. “As the big trendy decor items fly in and out of trend, basic geometrical designs to furniture pieces are ever present. ” Buildings themselves have to be designed in a way that lets them be functional, commonly requiring clean straight lines, and mimicking this in the design elements and furnishings create a look that will be timeless and never go out of style.

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  Consider Blacks and Grays

  Forbes + Masters

  “While often a feared or shamed design choice, I cannot get enough of black or gray designs,” says Phillips. From a non-aesthetic standpoint, black or darker exteriors absorb more sun and warmth than a lighter color, meaning a potentially lower heating bill in the winter months. When it comes to interiors using blacks or dark grays can help hide minor imperfections and some of the dirt that can accumulate in the home. “If you are not fully committed to a fully black home, using dark accents on the doors, windows and other decorative items can be a way to incorporate the lovely dark colors without going all in.”

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  Seek Out Reclaimed Windows

  East Wood Supply

  Hang a salvaged or reclaimed wooden window frame on your living room walls. This emulates the idea that nothing goes to waste. Reclaimed window frames offer a cozy, lived-in feeling while also giving a unique spin to the living room mantle or wall. Consider layering a few frames with other reclaimed items for additional visual interest or adding a photograph in the window for a more personal feel.

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  Consider Adding Exposed Wood Accents

  Jenn Pablo Studio

  You can create the look of a rustic farmhouse or cabin by adding faux wood beams to your living room ceiling. Make sure you choose a wood that has imperfections. If you can, find some reclaimed wood to reuse.

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  Make Your Fireplace The Focal Point

  Brexton Cole Interiors

  Having a fireplace in your living room should be the focal point of the room. Consider hanging your TV above the fireplace—or if you don’t have a built-in unit you could always create a faux fireplace with bricks.

  31 Beautiful Living Rooms With Fireplaces

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  Mirrors, Mirrors, Mirrors

  Studio KT

  Consider adding mirrors to make the space bigger and add a decorative flair. You can always add a full length mirror to the space to add a little depth to the space and capture light from the windows or add a full wall of mirrors of all shapes and sizes for an extra dose of decor.

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  Create a Layered Lighting Look

  Nile Johnson Interior Design

  “Create a layered lighting look in your living room to add depth to the room,” suggests Alex Czarnecki, Founder and CEO of Cotta.ge. “You don’t have to break the bank to do this either. Try a local thrift shop or Goodwill to find great hidden finds for lighting.” Czarnecki suggests placing the lights near furniture arrangements and maybe even adding a dimmer to make the room feel expensive and cozy.

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  Make Your Bay Windows the Star

  Unsplash

  Lucky enough to have bay windows in your living room? Highlight them! You don't have to do a whole lot in order to make these grand windows the star of the space. A simple reading nook or bench positioned directly under the window frame will do the trick.

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  Consider Using Paper Lanterns

  Medhat Ayad

  Paper lanterns are a great piece to set apart spaces without needing any walls or interruptions in your layout. This is great if, let’s say, you want to set apart your dining area from your living room. They also double up as a decoration piece on their own, even when they’re not in use.

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  Get Creative With Linens

  Oleg Zaicev

  Linens and throw blankets are one of the easiest ways to spice up your living room space without investing too much time or money. Consider picking up accent colors/patterns that will work with your existing furniture—or get creative and consider purchasing colorways that you can swap out seasonally to keep your space fresh all year round.

  The 15 Best Throw Blankets of 2022

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  Consider Adding a Unique Floor Lamp

  Charlotte May

  Looking for a unique way to add more light to your living room? Go for a curved floor lamp. These super functional and unique decor items make it easy to set the mood in a space and also make for a surprisingly good reading light should you tend to curl up on the couch with a good book.

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  Curate Your Coffee Table Books

  Brexton Cole Interiors

  Books are one of the easiest ways to add some coziness and sophistication to your space. If you don’t have room for a full bookshelf, consider curating some of your favorite books for your coffee table.

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  Go Bright

  Custom Neon

  You’ve probably seen them on Instagram already—but an LED neon sign looks incredible against just about any backdrop and is the perfect way to give a punch of energy to a living room. Set it up on its own or install it on a gallery wall for a little dose of ambient lighting.

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  Don’t Skimp on Your Sofa Size

  Cathie Hong Interiors

  Tiny sofas and couches might be cute, but if you spend a lot of time in your living room you'll want to invest in a large sectional couch. These cozy couches promote relaxation but also help to foster conversation as guests can spread out and actually face each other rather than everyone looking in the same direction.

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  Opt for a Conversation Circle to Save Space

  Bespoke Only

  If space is a limitation and a huge sectional couch won’t work, a conversation circle, created by situating your seating options in a circular shape, is your next best option. This is another way to have the living room serve its main purpose of entertaining guests or spending quality time with loved ones.

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  Adorn Your Walls With Large-scale Photos

  Jenn Pablo Studios

  There’s no better way to make your space feel more intimate and personal than a large-scale photo. It could either be photographs you took or an abstract painting that speaks loudly to you. Either way, it’s going to be an icebreaker/conversation starter.

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  Go Rustic

  Interior Impressions

  You can never go wrong with adding rustic elements to your living room design like chunky fabrics or cottage-inspired decor items. It never fails to give a homey, relaxing vibe.

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  Consider Using Slipcovers

  Comfort Works

  Have you ever changed the slipcover for your furniture? It's an amazing way to keep your furniture for longer, while giving a whole new look and style to your space. It allows you to use less without sacrificing style—which is great for you and the planet, too.

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  Use Contrasting Colors

  Interior Impressions

  The living room is a place that must be welcoming and also outstanding since your guests are to be entertained here. Use bold contrasts of colors to make the place look lively. But be mindful of it and use the right combinations. According to Andrea Boyd, Community Director at Tailored Space, a coworking space in California, keeping a dominant color and pastel is what is around the market right now.

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  Keep It Simple

  Arbor & co.

  The modern design is high on making the place look minimalistic and clean. Use less to make the space look bold yet subtle. The high contrast of colors will play an important role here as well.

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  Pick a Theme

  Bespoke Only

  Choose a theme and follow the color palette. This will help you define the boundaries of your decor and keep things in place. There are no strict rules—consider anything from minimalist to tropical, bohemian, playful, etc.

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  Go for a Gallery Wall

  Gray Space Interiors

  In a large space, a wall art collage with an equal balance of two styles can give an eclectic vibe, says Shelby Greene, Studio Stylist at Living Space. For example, three or four vivid color paintings mixed with three or four black and white photographs, each of varying size will add an unexpected charm.

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  Consider Wall Sconces

  D. Burns Interiors

  “Swap out table lighting in your living room for sconces,” suggests Greene. “Especially for sideboards or around artwork, sconces provide just the right amount of accent lighting without taking up the table space. This gives room to put books, candles, or vases on your tables and still have ambient lighting.”

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  Mix Cozy and Industrial

  Dan Rak Design

  If you want to make your fireplace the centerpiece of the room without leaning too far into the cottagecore vibe, consider surrounding your fireplace with comfy couches and an industrial or masculine coffee table to add a touch of modernity to the space.

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  Create a Wet Bar

  Liz Walton

  According to interior designer Liz Walton, more and more of her clients are requesting separate bar areas in their living room spaces for small cozy gatherings and entertaining beyond the kitchen. A wet bar is particularly going to come in handy if you entertain frequently.

  17 Wet Bar Ideas for the Home

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  Foster a Multi-purpose Space

  Alessandra Wood

  The concept of formal living room and family room is phasing out—which is great news as it makes for a much more livable space. “As our homes became our everything this past year, we’re seeing people adopt a ‘full-use’ ideology when it comes to different rooms in their home,” says Alessandra Wood, VP of Style at Modsy. “It’s becoming more rare now that most people have a whole room in their home designated to only special occasions or the odd formal entertaining”

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  Go for Organic Shapes

  Alessandra Wood

  Organic, non-linear shapes are a great way to make your space look expensive and expertly designed. Curved pieces have a very sculptural flair, which allows them to act as both functional pieces of furniture but also artistic statements. “Choose pieces that feel like you could place them in any decade, this means they’ll continue to look fresh and timeless, even as the curved furniture trend wanes,” says Wood.

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  Consider Textured Pieces

  Alessandra Wood

  “For upholstered pieces, I love very textured materials such as velvet, mohair, leather, and sherpa,” says Wood. “Textures like these catch the light in a beautifully reflective way to create highlights and shadows within the piece itself.” You can go all in with a room that incorporates all organic pieces or you can choose a few specific organic pieces paired with more linear pieces. If you’re mixing linear and organic, opt for linear shaped pieces when the material has a hard surface and leverage organic shapes when pieces have a softer surface material.

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  Lean Into Your Eclectic Side

  Alessandra Wood

  “Right now, we’re seeing a softer, earthier side of the mid-century look come out to play,” says Wood. “It’s more eclectic, mixing in worldly patterns, pops of color, natural textures, and lots and lots of plants.”

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  Consider Thermal Curtains

  Kate Marker Interiors

  If you want a literal ‘cool living room’ idea, consider investing in thermal curtains. Manufactured with a thermal layer to regular temperature, thermal curtains work year round, keeping the heat out in the summer and the warmth in during the cold winter months. “A popular approach these days is to layer thermal curtains with sheers which are brilliant for managing light when you don’t want a full blackout and providing some daytime privacy too,” says Raymond Yang, Interior Decorator and Founder of Deconovo .

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  Go for a Modular Sofa

  @houseofharvee

  “Even as we design spaces we find ourselves doing less sofas and loveseats and a lot more sectionals,” says Sherica Maynard, Interior Designer at Interior Design by S&S. “Having small movable benches are great in family room spaces as foot rest and interchangeable pieces.”

  The 7 Best Reclining Loveseats of 2022

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  Invest in a Good Ottoman

  Forbes + Masters

  The best way to get the most out of your space is to invest in good multi-purpose pieces—like an ottoman. Replacing your coffee table with a large ottoman allows you to put out snacks when guests are around, use it to stretch out on, or even use it as a hidden storage spot for small items that would otherwise cause visual clutter.

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  Let Natural Light In

  @afrobohemianliving

  Working with a smaller living room? Even the smallest of spaces can appear large and open if you allow natural light to flood the space. Consider pulling back your curtains every single morning to make your windows look bigger and allow as much natural light as possible to seep in.

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  Foster a Sense of Serenity

  Nobu Hotels

  Nobu Hotels have been showcasing this minimalist style since the first hotel opened in 2013 by way of calming neutrals, light colorways, and organic shapes. The perfect combination of simplifying and calming, the trend is all about minimalist, practical comfort, blending Scandinavian aesthetics with Japanese minimalism.

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  Consider Adding Some Statement Art

  Kristi Kohut

  Find a piece that makes your heart sing and it will bring you joy everyday. “Don't be afraid to go big and bold, this can really finish a room and leave your guests gasping when they walk in,” says Kristi Kohut, Artist and Founder of Hapi Art.

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  Pair Statement Art With Smaller Pieces

  Kristi Kohut

  Statement art can really inject a lot of color and personality to a room but adding in a few accents to pull everything together will bring a whole new energy to your space. “Pairing the statement art with a couple patterned throw pillows or a colorful sculpture or tray, can add the perfect finishing touches to your space,” says Kohut.

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  Consider Other Forms of Wall Art

  @afrobohemianliving

  Want to make your wall art pop? Think outside the box! Remember, your wall art doesn’t have to be restricted to only art prints. For a unique twist on the standard home art gallery collage, incorporate wicker, jute and other woven decor materials like natural wicker.

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  Go Green

  Unsplash

  “Many people may hesitate at the idea of having to keep a living plant alive but I think it's more about finding the right fit for you and your home,” says Jessica Neuman of Numi Interior Design. “Plants add life and color to the environment. If you’re not a person known for their green thumb, opt for an option that is low maintenance like a philodendron, a beautiful, edgy cactus or succulents, which are fairly easy to maintain.”

  22 Indoor Vining Plants That'll Look Great in Your Home

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  For the Love of Literature

  Unsplash

  Books not only add decor and dimension to a living room, but what’s better than a practical piece of decoration? If you don’t already have one, invest in a book collection for your home. A room filled with books creates character in a home; books are timeless. “When curating a collection of books for my clients, it’s important to reflect on the qualities of the individual,” explains Neuman. “What are their interests, their favorite people, and places? If you’re not one who gravitates towards reading as a pastime, consider books by the foot in a color scheme that feels appropriate for your space.”

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  Add Throw Pillows and Blankets

  Jenn Pablo Studios

  Whether you are a minimalist or a maximalist, throw pillows and blankets are a quick and easy ways to make any living room feel warm and inviting. According to Neuman, this is also a good way to add some depth to the texture and feel of your room. “I love a neutral cashmere or knit throw blanket for any sofa. It’s important to have fun with your choices no matter what your palette or aesthetic is. You can always add in some unique and fun dimension in this area.”

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  Create an Aesthetically Pleasing Open Office

  Spencer Bass

  “As more and more people are adding home office spaces and makeshift desks into their living areas, one key piece of advice is to make sure your desk and desk chair also tell a story,” says Spencer Bass, Creative Director at Label 180, a desk and office furniture company. “Don’t just go for a clunky, wooden desk and functional chair and throw it into your living room. Instead, find something unique that reflects your sense of style and personality of your home.”

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  Choose a Sofa to Suit Your Lifestyle

  Edgar Blazona

  When you’re looking for furniture for your living room – particularly a sofa or sectional – don’t just pick the largest size possible. Instead, Edgar Blazona, Founder of BenchMade Modern, suggests making sure to look at the usage of the room: does a large group typically gather to watch TV or is it more of a formal space? Pick the size, orientation and style of sofa that you need based on what the room is used for, and make sure your sizing works well in terms of scale with everything else that’s in the room. A sofa or sectional should work with the room, not overpower it.

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  Consider Statement Wallpaper

  Chasing Paper

  “One of my favorite ways to transform a living room is with peel-and-stick wallpaper,” says Elizabeth Rees, Founder of Chasing Paper. “Whether you want to go bold by wallpapering all four walls or you add an unexpected pop by wallpapering the back of built-ins, wallpaper is a great way to add pattern and color.”

  The 9 Best Removable Wallpapers of 2022

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  Invest in Custom Window Treatments

  Wovn Home

  “In addition to adding privacy, well-tailored window treatments in a living room add texture and softness to the space, making it look truly finished and tied together,” says Davina Ogilvie, Founder of Wovn Home. “Given that living rooms are typically larger spaces with higher ceilings, they are often best suited for drapery versus more streamlined types of window treatments like Roman shades or blinds.” According to Ogilvie, using drapes to play on these proportions can really make a living room shine.

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  Go for Patterned Drapery

  Max Vakhtbovych

  “Choosing patterned or colorful drapery can act as art in itself, or if you prefer to let the rest of the room take center stage, invest in sheer or neutral drapery that will serve as a beautiful, soft backdrop to the rest of the room,” suggests Ogilvie.

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  Put Your Interests on Display

  @leafandlolo

  Collecting sea glass since you were a kid? Display it! Proud of your vinyl collection? Make space for it! Your living room should reflect your interests and putting your collections on display is a great way to do just that.

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  Add a Bold Rug

  Unsplash

  Whether you want to go bold or stick to a more neutral look, a statement rug will always be well-received. Not only will it keep your toes warm but it’ll offer a great ice breaker when you have guests over.

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  Create a Seating Nook

  Daria Shevtsova

  Every kid dreams of a cozy little window seat—and if you didn’t have one growing up, well, it’s not too late! The cozy and sophisticated nook is the perfect spot to read a book or indulge in a cocktail.

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  Create Visually-Pleasing Storage Spaces

  Element5 Digital

  The wrong storage can look cluttered—but something creative, like a ladder for storing linens, takes your visual clutter and turns it into a work of art.

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  Play With Wall Textures

  Max Vakhtbovych

  Colors and wallpapers are great—but different textures can single handedly turn your living room into a sophisticated sanctuary. Consider board and batten or a wooden slat wall for an instant upgrade.

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  Mix Classic and Contemporary Decor

  Vincent Rivaud

  Can’t choose between classic and contemporary? Mix in both! Ornate gold frames, retro tsotchkes, Scandinavian furniture, and textured or modular sofas all play surprisingly well together.

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  Create Breezy Walkthrough Spaces

  D. Burns Interiors

  Whether you’re working with an open concept space or you’re trying to use your living room as two distinct spaces (say as a home office and sitting room), consider smaller, light furniture to create a clear distinction between each space.

Ideas for design and decor of the interior of a modern apartment

Designing your own apartment - what is it, if not the maximum freedom of expression? When developing an urban housing project, there is no need to strictly follow trends. Beautiful Apartments magazine is a huge collection of ideas for designing a modern apartment. We offer author's concepts created by interior design professionals; you just have to find inspiration in them and follow your dream. We sincerely hope that this selection will be the starting point for creating your unique interior.

Apartment design in ethnic style will allow you to completely escape from the hustle and bustle of a noisy metropolis. This living room creates a complete feeling that the house is located on the beach. Natural materials (wood, stone) are used in the decoration of the apartment. An extraordinary idea is a small waterfall. The noise of flowing water seems to take you to the picturesque jungle, distracting you from the gray everyday life.

Eclecticism turns out to be a good choice when designing an apartment design in a house of classical architecture. It allows you to lighten the strict canons in rooms where the walls themselves have absorbed the spirit of history. Bold decisions against a strict background create a dialogue between classics and modernity. Monumental partitions and decoration will look much easier if the room is proportionately filled with elegant furniture and fashionable accessories.

"50 Shades of Grey" for many is not a provocative book and film that has become a landmark in pop culture, but a favorite color scheme. The dark and deep nuances of the gray palette allow you to create a concise space. In such an interior, the textures of upholstery velor materials, etched patterned carpets, ceramics imitating marble are much more pronounced. Bright accents in the form of various accessories or art objects work in contrast.

A reasonable share of fashion trends in one interior did no harm to anyone. Thin lines in the structure of furniture and decor, glossy and matte gold, the natural texture of stone in stained glass panels and mosaics - these interior design techniques are at the height of fashion today.

The author's idea is a duet of luxury and sophistication, in which functionality does not suffer. The role of bright accents in the interior is successfully performed by glossy edges and surfaces of furniture and decor elements. Art Deco motifs are accentuated with gold and silver colors. Mirrors effectively refract space in both natural and artificial lighting.

Private rooms in subdued or even dark tones are a smart move. Decorating the bedroom in dark colors creates a calming intimate atmosphere and promotes good sleep. Bay window or balcony, combined with the bedroom, play the role of a mini-study. Marble walls or panels in combination with Art Deco elements give solemnity to the interior of the bedroom.

Art Deco style will never lose popularity not only overseas, but also here. The reason lies in its unobtrusive elegance, which is very easy to adjust to the requirements of today, to combine with the author's ideas. In addition, the luxury in the interior is not striking. It is cumulative and hidden in details, such as leather wall panels, furniture trim, accessories.

Another Art Deco anthem in our selection, which was impossible to pass by. The project attracts with its impeccable interpretation of the style in its modern interpretation and well-placed volumes and accents.

Luxury and comfort are not just quality criteria, but a whole philosophy of life. The front living room decorated with marble is an example of an interior rich, but not overloaded with unnecessary ideas. Dark shades prevail, but the interior cannot be called gloomy. Thanks to the many lamps and the mirrored ceiling, the space is filled with light.

Getting into the interior, decorated with dark stone, you involuntarily begin to feel like in a medieval castle. In such an interior, decorative elements of unusual shapes are most clearly manifested. A large mirror visually doubles the space of the bathroom.

Eclecticism is a universal style that allows you to combine seemingly arguing pieces of furniture and decor. Elegant art deco, classic accessories and unbridled pop art coexist perfectly together thanks to a competent color scheme. This brutal chic will appeal to both men and women.

Modern romance has acquired a slightly minor sound. It is reflected in floral decors, flowing shapes and pastel colors. Lighting plays an important role in such interiors. The delicate texture of textiles and the absence of sharp corners create a feeling of serenity.

The European chic of today is the original color palette and furniture with a twist. To create a feeling of lightness and volume in such interiors, designers suggest the idea of ​​choosing furniture that does not take up much space, visually connecting the walls with color and adding bright accents.

Do not be afraid of bright contrasts. Each bold element, whether it's a full-length graffiti or a familiar element in an unusual color, inspires the inhabitants of the living space to new achievements. This is a kind of beauty in imperfections, in contrasts that came into the interior from everyday life.

Light-colored tiles with a marbled texture were used for the bathroom cladding. The zones are separated by sliding glass partitions. Graceful lines of shells, light wood and a large mirror visually increase the volume. In such a laconic interior, the main focus is the dweller himself.

The trend of recent years is the combination of sleeping areas and mini-living rooms in large bedrooms. To do this, furniture manufacturers create full-fledged collections, which, however, can just as well be placed in any corner of the apartment.

Bioethanol fired fireplaces are in high demand as they do not require a chimney and are easy to install and maintain. They can be safely placed in a city apartment. Style restrictions for them simply do not exist. Author's portals can completely change the impression of the room. Steel details in combination with “worn” leather, stone and wood will give the interior brutality.

There is no limit to minimalism. Strict geometry in combination with a single color scheme, especially light ones, will give the room an incredible visual volume. The same applies to the design of household appliances, modern manufacturers are implementing the idea of ​​​​the ultimate external minimalism.

In this interior, urban ideas and loft style with eclectic inclusions of classics form a harmonious mix. The unifying factors are color and brutal details. Thanks to such techniques, a small apartment is a single whole, where one room is a continuation of another.

The bedroom is decorated with elements of Scandinavian style and colors with bright accents reminiscent of the famous Portuguese azulejo tiles. The ceilings are visually enlarged thanks to contrasting vertical moldings. The highlight of the interior are pendant lamps.

Beautiful apartment interiors 🧡 Room design in modern style and light colors

Beautiful apartment interior design

Modern beautiful interiors of apartments are distinguished by convenient layout, large open areas, panoramic windows, balanced color scheme, finishing solutions - original or traditional, but always harmonious.

Contents:

• Design project for a 3-room apartment
• Beautiful apartment design in popular interior styles
• Fine classic
• Beautiful apartment interiors in modern style
• Spectacular neoclassical
• Examples of beautiful apartment renovation design
• How to make a simple and beautiful apartment design
• The most beautiful apartment interiors in the world: 5 luxury penthouses

Design project for a 3-room apartment

The task is to create a comfortable and attractive living space for a married couple with a child. The basis was a modern interior style with its emphasis on simplicity and clarity, minimalist decor, and a neutral palette. As a result, a beautiful design of the apartment was designed in bright colors with a combined public space and several options for its decoration.

• Living-kitchen-dining room

Resting place, dining area and kitchen are combined according to the studio principle. This makes it possible to get a spacious sunny room: due to the corner location and wide panoramic windows around the perimeter, there is excellent insolation here. The atmosphere of a friendly, cozy atmosphere is supported by white and beige shades of walls, ceiling and furniture.

The logical center of the composition - the seating area - is a light gray corner modular sofa with a coffee table and a brown carpet. The project proposed two options for decorating a wall with a TV zone.

In the first case, the niche with the TV and side open cabinets are made in white with built-in bright lighting - this technique organically integrates the media zone into a common light space. In the second case, the furniture wall of a rich dark brown shade works as a strong contrasting element, focusing attention on itself. Sliding glossy panels on the sides of the passage to the loggia work as an additional color touch.

The design of the ceiling is also designed in two variations. In one it is smooth and even, with the effect of elevation due to the backlighting. In another, it is decorated with three parallel niches with metal inserts.

The use of metal is logically continued in the beautiful design of the kitchen in the apartment, where in one of the concepts the hood is designed as a shiny telescopic pipe.

The kitchen has a front-facing working area and an "island" that combines a hob and a bar counter. A simple rectangular marble table, ceramic floor, smooth lacquered fronts of hanging cabinets and a marble backsplash create a smart white backdrop, intelligently accentuated by a lower row of dark wood cabinets. In the second version of the finish, the hood above the "island" is integrated into the overall picture as organically as possible: it is decorated with cornices and overhead lighting.

Luminaires help zone the public part of the interior - round chandeliers above the resting place and dining table, pendant lamps with transparent shades above the "island". A small hallway is illuminated by wall sconces and a ceiling niche with a black decorative insert. The contrasting combination, typical for the modern interior style, is also present in the design of the wardrobe, in the combination of a gray marble floor and almost black interior doors, a semicircular console.

• Beautiful bedroom design in apartment

The room is finished in a soothing gray tones, this monochrome allows you to focus on textures and form. The headboard area is highlighted with light leather panels and symmetrical mirrored canvases on the sides. The facet pattern echoes the inserts on the soft panels.

The bed has a simple form without backs, its main decoration is textiles in small and wide stripes, with a combination of dark and light areas. Round floor carpet in steel color concentrates the dominant color. The furnishings of the room combine a practical dark wood dressing table that doubles as a TV shelf, a minimalist pouffe and luxurious bedside tables with golden legs and brass handles.

• Bathroom

The attractive interior of the three-room apartment is continued by the project of a combined bathroom. The decoration is dominated by black marble: the floor, wall, bidet and toilet area, countertop are lined with it. The cabinet under the sink and the frame of the mirror are made in the same dark colors. A bright contrast is made by white plumbing and three-dimensional wall tiles in the design of the corner shower. So that the colors do not look too harsh, another tone is introduced - a warm sandy shade of the tile. Built-in lighting in the bath area, as well as double-sided curtain lighting, make the space more embossed.

• Children's room

The colorful design of the nursery is done in green and red colors. A suitable neutral base for a bright palette is created by dark brown wood flooring. The space is zoned into a place to sleep and a play corner. The head of the bed is placed in a niche upholstered with fabric, and shelving is located around where you can store books and knick-knacks. An individual solution - voluminous constructions-palm trees with illumination and wall painting.

Beautiful apartment design in popular interior styles

Regardless of style, design projects of beautiful apartments are based on the idea of ​​harmony, color compatibility, sense of proportion, interconnection of individual elements and the whole environment.

Graceful classics

Magnificent interiors of apartments in classical style are united by external elegance, rich finishes, symmetry as the leading principle of compositional and decorating solutions. Calm pastel colors create a backdrop for traditional stucco, carvings, gilded fittings, frescoes. Depending on the concentration of these elements, the realization takes on a palatial character or a more restrained and refined expression.

The concept of the hall, kitchen, dining room, living room was developed in the design project of the new apartment. The zones are combined into one bright front space with characteristic techniques: white marble floors, white furniture, repetitive architectural elements in the decor (columns, pilasters), vertical mirror inserts with stucco, wall decoration with wallpaper and moldings.

Clear zoning is implemented by furniture arrangement, beige floor ornament and lighting - large crystal chandeliers in the ceiling niches above each of the sections (in the hall, in the kitchen, above the dining table, sofa group). Noble color accents introduce silver chairs in the dining room and burgundy velvet chairs behind the bar - their dark wine hue is repeated by the combined upholstery of sofas and armchairs in the living room.

An example of beautiful apartment interiors in bright colors - a classic design project for an expensive apartment in Moscow on the street. Coastal. For a duplex apartment of 500 sq. m selected antique style, majestic and solemn. The basis is set by pure white color, the decoration is dominated by marble with ornaments, stucco rosettes and cornices, gilding, volumetric decor on furniture.

The kitchen set is decorated with elements of Roman architecture: the pediment highlights the central zone of the stove, friezes and pilasters, stylized miniature columns are symmetrically located on the sides. Massive wide sofas and armchairs in the living room in a soft beige shade are decorated with fringe and generously trimmed with light carved wood. Multi-layered draperies on the windows, with tassels and cords, emphasize the decorative richness of the interior.

The palace style in the design of the rooms of the two-level apartments is pompous and aristocratic. It is designed in an intonationally warm golden-beige range, which is created by natural wood, marble and wallpaper. A lot of drawings and ornaments were used in the decoration of the floor, walls and ceilings, textile decor. Luxurious bedrooms are decorated with expensive collectible carpets, large-scale tapestries, and narrative paintings on the ceiling.

Sophisticated, multifaceted ceiling decoration in all rooms is a feature of the project. In the kitchen, decorative light beams are complemented by coffered cells along the perimeter; in the office and both bathrooms, coffers have stained glass inserts. An elegant turning staircase leads to the hall on the second floor, where the ceiling is painted in the Renaissance style.

Beautiful apartment interiors in a modern style

A common solution for organizing space here is studio-type rooms. The entrance hall, living room, dining room and kitchen often form a single functional volume, conditionally divided into zones by grouping furniture, ceiling niches, and finishing materials. In a modern and very beautiful design of the apartments looks in white.

In the project of a cozy interior for an apartment on Chistye Prudy in Moscow, designed in light shades, a black wall and a cabinet in the TV zone play the role of an active color border between the hall, living room and kitchen. The design is based on an interesting mix of classic and modern styles: wall pilasters, wood panels with panels, marble mosaic floor are adjacent to a rose bas-relief, a coffee table in the form of transparent cones, a minimalist corner sofa. The frontal kitchen with blank facades introduces a dense mustard shade into the palette. Blues, greens, purples are carefully used in the decoration of the children's rooms for a boy and a girl, while maintaining the overall impression of large bright rooms.

An example of a beautiful modern apartment design is the idea of ​​a stylish white interior with bright accents. The residential property is located in Yalta, and the beautiful surrounding landscapes have logically transformed into the natural palette of the project. The living room-kitchen is decorated in a white background color, and so that the atmosphere does not seem too cold, paints are added - warm gray in the upholstery of the chair and pillows, apple green in the cabinetry, warm woody shade of the kitchen apron.

White dominates in the bedroom as well, but diluted with a black armchair, dark steel textiles and coffee-tone wallpaper. The fireplace area is lined with orange marble and highlighted with backlight. The adjoining outdoor terrace also received a bright touch - yellow chairs and a living green wall.

. The useful area of ​​the public part is used to the maximum: the sofa group is located in a mirrored niche, separated from the passage by a side partition; in front of one window there is a dining table, in front of the second - a corner kitchen.

There is a TV zone in the wall, the pedestal under it looks like a natural continuation of the kitchen set. An interesting textile accent in the bedroom is dark amethyst-colored velvet curtains and a wall-ceiling niche with the same material.

Spectacular neoclassical

Delightful and beautiful interiors of apartments in modern classical style do not require large areas and high ceilings. Therefore, the style is great for those who love the classics, but understand its inconsistency in small spaces. In spacious rooms, elements of the order system, massive chandeliers, marble cladding are perfectly combined with laconic furniture and modern finishes.

The design project of the neoclassical apartment was developed with many combined and autonomous spaces, which made it possible to use diverse zoning tools: transparent partition walls in the living room, counters with mirror decor in the dining room (on the border with the billiard bar counter). In the office, a central decorative partition divides the interior into a light working half in white and a rest area with a dark brown sofa and wallpaper. The huge master bedroom with spectacular turquoise lighting has an open layout: a partition with a fireplace separates the bed area from the jacuzzi and bath, and the TV panel stand from the chill-out located in front of the windows.

How beautiful neoclassical apartments can look like is also demonstrated by the interior design project in natural tones. White, cream, warm beige, neutral gray colors have become the basis for decorating the apartment in the Marshal Residential Complex.

Contrasting black and brown accents are distributed evenly across the zones: a round dining table, a marble bar counter, a partition in the living room. The originally designed mirror in the dining room supported the idea of ​​contrasting decor. A practical constructive solution was used on the border of the resting place and the dining group - a rotating panel with a TV. The bedroom also received a comfortable layout: there is a separate small office with sliding doors.

An example of a separate layout of front rooms is presented in the project of a white classic interior of an apartment in the Dominion Residential Complex. The kitchen and dining group are placed in a separate large space, hidden behind doors with a white layout and frosted glass inserts. The internal composition of the kitchen is organized around the "island". The living room is decorated in traditional white and brown tones. And the bedroom for a nice apartment interior in a modern classic style received dark details in the form of silver curtains, gray armchairs and textile wall decoration.

Examples of beautiful apartment renovation design

The design projects implemented by TopDom specialists demonstrate that repairs made with quality materials and with skill can transform any room. In our selection - interesting decorative solutions with real photos of interiors.

• Soft panels in the hallway

A special charm in the interior design of a luxury apartment was made by textured wall panels in the form of rhombuses. They are lined with a long wall in the hall. The volumetric finish has become an excellent basis for a bright blue picture in a black baguette and an openwork wall console.

• Blue wardrobe in brown living room

To make a beautiful apartment design, you can't do without experimenting with color. A closet with blank fronts and a peacock pattern has become a win-win color accent in the design of a brown and white living room. Thematically, it is supported by blue sofa cushions and upholstery of armchairs.

• Futuristic dining room furniture

Interior futurism does not recognize stereotyped solutions; innovation and a fresh look at familiar things are valued here. The photo of the real interiors of an apartment in Novogorsk shows an original dining group: a table with a transparent glass top on a black metal base and steel-colored chairs with a dynamic shape and a chrome-plated disc base.

• Color bed light

Furniture is illuminated when you want to visually tear it off the floor. In our example, red LEDs under the bed and in the headboard take on an additional role - a color spot in the black and beige bedroom. They are paired with green lighting of hinged glossy cabinets.

• Bay window dressing table

If you look at the beautiful interiors of apartments after renovation, you can take on board the work with a complex architectural space. When the bedroom has a bay window with panoramic windows, it is worth placing a curly dressing table here and supporting its geometry with a ceiling lightbox.

• Imitation built-in display cases

During the renovation of a 4-room apartment in the residential complex "Mirax Park" in the living room, two cabinets-showcases were made according to the project. The peculiarity is that they are not built into niches, but are hinged and, thanks to a wide silver baguette, seem recessed into the wall.

• Black wall in a white bathroom

A variant of the popular contrasting bathroom interior - a white hanging cabinet with a sink against a glossy black wall. An additional touch is made by a black table top and a white luminous mirror frame.

• Disc-based chairs

White-purple armchairs on a low round base look spectacular and fit well into the beautiful design of apartments in the art deco style, minimalism, modern. In the design project of an elite apartment, they are placed in a bay window and are successfully played with a round carpet and radiator grilles in the background.

• Round fireplace portal in the living room

Modern technologies make it possible to include electric fireplaces in the interior of urban housing that do not require a chimney. The art deco living room looks great with a decorative fireplace with a round bronze portal and dark brown marble cladding.

How to create a simple and beautiful apartment design

A few simple tips to help you design your own space:

• White and gray are versatile neutral colors that are great as a base for most interiors. Against their background, it is easy to make a bright accent, they do not overload perception, do not bother for a long time, fit well into modern and classical styles. A good option: dominant gray plus white, a little black for contrast and natural wood in warm shades.
• The light scale enlarges the room. If you need to add visual depth, one of the walls is painted in a dark shade. The white ceiling always looks higher - single-level, without complex heaps of drywall boxes.
• It is not necessary to cover all the walls in the room with patterned wallpaper. It is better to choose one accent surface, and on the rest use background wallpapers from the same collection. A great way is to combine wallpaper with painting, it is practical and unlimited in the number of colors.
• The same flooring in all rooms will visually and physically unite the living space. This technique is useful in the case of small areas (no need to break the whole surface with joints of materials) and in projects where rooms are decorated in different styles.
• In a simple, beautiful apartment interior, the furnishings are minimal, functional and not too bulky. Possible options: transforming tables, folding modular sofas, wardrobes as the main storage system, wide puffs as a coffee table.
• Limited number of decorative elements - instead of total littering. To decorate a room, you can get by with a couple of stylish flower pots, interesting vases, designer clocks, and a picture.
• Matching textiles - discreet, practical, in tune with the colors of the finishes. You can use translucent tulle, Roman blinds, blinds.

Summary

It is hard to resist the temptation to use "the most beautiful tile", "the most expensive furniture", "the most magnificent wallpaper", "the most beautiful carpet" at the same time. But the principle of "all the best at once" will have to be abandoned. It is not the abundance of shapes, textures, patterns and objects that makes a stylish and harmonious environment, but their harmonious interaction within a particular space. And it’s also worth refusing to use complex shapes that were popular in the past: semicircles, waves, zigzags, semi-arches. They were replaced by a clear and strict geometry - rectangles, circles, squares.

The most beautiful apartment interiors in the world: 5 luxury penthouses

The reality is that the most stunning apartment designs are also incredibly expensive. In our review, there are five spectacular penthouses from around the world that have earned the attention of experts not only for their excellent design, but also for the high price of real estate.

• Brooklyn clock tower, NY

Three-level penthouse with an area of ​​633 sq. m with stunning views of the metropolis is located in the building of a former cardboard factory - in a tower with a real clock, so the owner will always know what time it is. Inside there are 3 bedrooms, the same number of bathrooms. In the center of the main loft-living room, a glass elevator and stairs are designed, the ceiling height in some rooms reaches 15 meters. Each bathroom has large skylights. There is an outdoor terrace on the roof. The apartment is controlled by the "smart house" system.

• Park Avenue, NY

Residence of 370 sq. m is located on the 92nd floor of the tallest residential building in the city. The layout includes 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a library, a front hall and a separate service entrance for staff. American designer Kelly Behan filled the interior with designer furniture and created a light, cozy and elegant space, not tied to fashion and time. She paid special attention to large square windows 3x3 meters: neither furniture, nor accessories, nor textiles block the wonderful views of Manhattan.

• Trafalgar One, London

Duplex penthouse of 350 sq. m is located in a historic building on the famous Trafalgar Square. In the modern beautiful interior of the apartment from the London team Honky, the bet is made on dark oak panels, parquet, warm bronze shades, tonally contrasting fabrics. The spiral staircase actively participates in the color palette - the pure white color of the railing. Handmade carpets are selected for the bedrooms.

• Avenue du President Kennedy, Paris

Reliable data on the area of ​​a two-story penthouse with a view of the Eiffel Tower could not be found, but it is clearly rather big here: the layout includes a grand dining room, 8 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, a private elevator and access to the upper terrace (there is a sauna and a gym ) with a 360-degree view of the surroundings. The bright interiors are decorated in a palace style with a predominance of natural wood and marble.

• Eureka Tower, Melbourne

Eureka Tower is Melbourne's tallest skyscraper and of course the 676 sq. m is equipped with panoramic windows to enjoy the scenery. The owners have 5 bedrooms, 2 kitchens (one of them is lined with black granite), male and female bathrooms, a spa area, a wine cellar. The decoration actively uses wood - from light brown to almost black, upholstered furniture - squat, massive forms, but in spacious rooms it looks very proportional.

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