Small living room plans
Small living room layouts – 13 ways to arrange furniture in a tiny space |
The pressure’s on when it comes to small living room layouts – you’ve got to juggle storage and seating and surface space and soft furnishing, while also making sure it feels calm and spacious. And yes, sometimes it feels like a bit of an impossible task. How can you ever arrange this amount of furniture into a small space while still keeping it feeling open and airy?
However, with some savvy planning and a discerning eye, it’s possible to create the perfect small living room layout. The living room is often a place to chill, a place to work, a place to entertain, and sometimes even a place to sleep, so it’s got to be a hard-working multifunctional space.
Flexible living room furniture is king, such as modular pieces or those that can double up as seating and storage, yet it’s important not to cram it all in. Sometimes less is more, and leaving space to walk freely around the furniture will create a luxurious feel.
How do you layout a small living room?
As more of us work and play at home, the living room now has to cater to various roles. It’s important to really think about how you spend your time in the space, as this will largely determine your layout.
When it comes to choose the best furniture for small living rooms, ditch the trad three-piece suite and go for versatility and mobility. A couple of stylish slipper chairs or a cozy love seat paired with footstools or ottomans that can double up as seating, storage or side tables, will be more valuable than a pair of bulky sofas. Look for shallow-depth furniture, modular designs and bespoke built-in solutions that will all curb clutter and save valuable floor space.
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'Once you’ve decided on your key pieces, lay newspaper to mimic the size of the furniture you're looking to put in to help you visualize just how much room everything will take,' says Emma Deterding, founder of Kelling Designs .
'It'll also help you make important decisions about the size and scale of big pieces and whether the room will feel spacious or restricted.'
1. Opt for a symmetrical living room layout
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'Symmetry makes everything easier on the eye and it’ll automatically make the space feel orderly and calm.' says interior designer Naomi Astley Clarke .
However, don’t go too streamlined; small spaces can often feel boxy so break up lines with plenty of curves and textured surfaces to add interest. She also suggests incorporating seamless hidden doors when wall space is at a premium – you can hang pictures on it, or even create a recessed bookcase within the door itself.
2. Float your furniture
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Floating furniture is another good small living room layout idea, as it leaves the floor free, enhancing the proportions of the space.
As your sofa is likely to be the largest single item in your living room, it's worth paying attention to getting this key piece right.
Our guide to the best sofas has some great options for smaller spaces - think compact shapes elevated on tall legs that add a feeling of spaciousness by allowing your eye to travel underneath the sofa to the farthest walls
Use a bit of visual trickery too – layered lighting will make a small living room feel larger by drawing the eye around the room. The same goes for furniture; ensure you have a range of heights in the space as it’ll feel two-dimensional if it all sits on a low level.
3. Build it in
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Swapping a sofa for a space-saving bench seat is a smart way to make the most of the space underneath a window. In this chic San Fran pad, ABD Studios utilized the corner by creating a stylish shallow-depth lounger, swapping a bulky backrest for a stash of plump cushions propped up against the windows.
4. Break it up
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If your budget won’t stretch to bespoke designs, modular furniture is the next best thing.
Interior designer Emily Rickard hacked this Ikea Soderhamn sectional sofa to fit her space by popping a nifty triangular storage table in between two sections. It meant the sofa could fan around the corner of the room to gain extra floor space.
5. Make mirrors key in a small living room layout
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Mirrors are a brilliant way to enhance the perception of space and an essential to creating a small living room layout that feels light and open. Why not go one step further and add a statement mirror wall for real glam factor.
'We always strategically place mirrors opposite windows to make a tight layout feel bigger and brighter,' says Costanza Ranieri of Ivar London . 'Just make sure it’s not reflecting other mirrors, as you get that never-ending effect, which makes for a very odd and kitsch space.'
6. Go floor to ceiling with storage
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The best way to boost a small living room layout is to go for floor-to-ceiling living room storage.
It’s an opportunity to create a shelfie-worthy space that will add bags of charm in a limited space.
Kingston Lafferty designed this playful bookcase with a ladder to access the full-height storage. 'Using mirrored paneling breaks up the solid block of cabinets and gives the illusion that the floor runs on beyond the furniture,' says Becky Russell of Kingston Lafferty .
7. Choose space saving furniture
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Corner or chaise sofas are often a go-to in small living rooms as they give max comfort and take up minimal floor space, plus they’re fab for impromptu sleepovers.
Or, if you regularly have overnight guests, then you could take multifunctional furniture to the max by swapping your sofa for a sofa bed. Our guide to the best sofa beds has options that are comfortable enough to use as your everyday seating.
Also, choose curvy pieces – they not only look chic but save valuable inches by shaving off the corners. In this scheme designed by 2LG Studio , a sultry raspberry-red slipper chair adds glam without the footprint, while a matching footstool doubles up as a makeshift coffee table.
8. Create a cozy nook
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Quirky niches and recesses are ripe for transforming into comfy seating areas as they don’t eat up valuable floor space. Even better, add storage underneath like in this apartment renovation by Vanrenen GW Designs to stash any inevitable living-room flotsam.
9. Work with a narrow living room
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If you’ve got a long narrow living room layout to work with, think outside the box – literally. Carve out niches, recesses and oriel windows to create seating opportunities as well as extra surfaces for books and knick-knacks. Architecture firm Loader Monteith added a series of frameless windows in this living room to avoid a dark corridor effect and to make it feel visually wider.
10. Make the most of wall space
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If you’re working with a super-tiny space, slim picture ledges are a slick way of incorporating storage without taking up room with bulky furniture, as well as adding interest with books, art and photos.
To maximize the illusion of space, a clever trick is to go dark – by painting both the walls and shelving black, it’ll make the walls look further away than they really are.
11. Pick a small living layout that embraces the coziness
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“Avoid pushing the furniture back against the wall, even if you feel like you can’t fit it in,” says interior designer Emily Rickard. “A little breathing space around key pieces makes the room feel bigger, plus it will create an intimate and cosy vibe.” A rug will also help ground the furniture and leaving a border of floor space will enhance the sense of spaciousness.
12. Utilize the back of the sofa
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In a small living room, every surface is an opportunity, so think about using the back of a sofa, especially in an open-plan layout.
'We wanted to include a study space without impacting the elegance of the sitting room, where we knew we wanted two slim sofas facing each other,' says Sarah Peake of Studio Peake .
'Putting a slim desk against the back of a sofa was the perfect solution. Always try to incorporate a view if you can – we positioned it so you can gaze out the window beyond the sitting room.'
13. Rethink your lighting scheme
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Obviously, even small living rooms need decent lighting, but when you’re trying to squeeze every square inch out of the floorplan, table and floor lamps can feel like a luxury. Swing-arm wall sconces are a savvy choice as they make stylish reading lamps, leaving side-table surfaces free.
Small living room layout ideas: |
Our selection of the very best small living room layout ideas include traditional and modern layouts to suit every home's size and style – and we have included a ton of added-value design advice, too.
So whether your small living room design is open-plan, family-focused, a shared home office space or on the small side, there is a living room layout to suit your lounge and make the most of space in your small living room.
Small living room layout ideas
Functionality is key for living room ideas, and the layout you select should not only be able to accommodate your lifestyle, but enhance it. These expert small living room design tips should meet your needs – and make the most of your existing tiny living space.
1. Turn the window into a seated area
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'If you have a bay window, creating a window seat is a great way to add additional seating for guests as well as creating a cozy corner for reading or watching the world go by providing an elevated view and bringing a sense of the outdoors in.
The base of the window seat can be used for storage with drawers or cupboard doors easily concealed. Adding a bespoke seat pad in a complementary material to a sofa or armchair will not only make the seating extra comfy but it will help bring together the interior scheme,' says Tom Rutt, director of TR Studio .
2. Make the most of corners
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Minimalist living rooms might be tricky to get right, but done well, they are a godsend if you have a small living room layout,' says Jennifer Ebert, Digital Editor, Homes & Gardens.
'The best way to arrange living room furniture in a tiny space is to use low-level pieces in paler color schemes. 'You don’t want furniture that is going to fill the entire space. You want pieces that that still leave a lot of room so size of pieces should be a little bit smaller than usual to get the look.'
3. Use pale colors throughout
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'We all know that light colored walls can help in small spaces, but choosing off white and pale gray furniture will create an even airier feel,' says Andrea Childs, editor, Country Homes & Interiors. 'This small living room layout makes the most of this compact area – and note the textures and shapes – the curvy rattan coffee table and boucle chair helps the room to flow visually and combats the angular corners of the couch and armchair.
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4. Utilize storage in a small space
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'With many homes becoming smaller and more compact, there are some key design considerations you should make to maximise on the space available, especially when it comes to the living room,' says Emma Deterding, founder and creative director of Kelling Designs . 'A room in which we spend a lot of time relaxing, socialising and living, it's really important to plan it to make sure it's equally practical as it is stylish. Consider who's going to use the space, how they're going to use it and plan your design around this. This will enable you to make easier decisions on elements like the size of sofa, other upholstery pieces such as armchairs and ottomans, as well as storage furniture.'
'In terms of color and pattern, my ethos is always to bring in as much color and pattern as you can. A compact space doesn't mean bland and neutral, color, pattern and print will make sure your living space is a true reflection of your personality.
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5. Place the couch across a rug
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'The hand-knotted rug in the center of the room helps bring the different elements of the space together while adding warmth and comfort underfoot,' says Clara Ewart, head of design at Kitesgrove . 'The colors and shapes echo other features and forms within the room, and its larger size means that the living room sofa can be placed upon it for a luxurious feel. The darker paint used on the window surround draws the eye to the view outside and gives the room added depth and character.'
6. Use symmetry to your advantage
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If you love a touch of order then let symmetry in interior design guide your small living room layout. There's something so pleasing about this space, it's easy on the eye and calming. Have two matching couches opposite each other and team them with a pair of armchairs. In this instance a square coffee table works best, soften it with books and a vase of blooms.
7. Chose slimline furniture
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'If there’s one thing that’s going to create the illusion of more space in a small living room layout, it’s investing in the right furniture,' says Jennifer Ebert.
'Mid-century modern living rooms tend to embolden an unfussy, utilitarian style that defined interior design for the post-war generation. Now its functional, fluid furniture with slimline legs has been adopted by the masses – especially those wanting small living room layout ideas that will give the illusion of space.'
8. Prioritize the placement of a sofa or couch
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'When designing a small living room layout, make it as functional as possible,' says Georgia Zikas, founder and principal designer of Georgia Zikas Design . 'By anchoring the furniture on the wall, natural light is able to come through the larger windows. This multi-purpose space is used for lounging, entertaining, and even playing music with guests.
The flow of traffic allows for space to move around as the couch is pushed against the wall instead of placed in the middle of the room like you would in a larger space.'
9. Make the most of every inch
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'When space is tight, it pays to make a feature of the furniture instead – this works especially well if you adore bright colors,' says Lucy Searle, global editor in chief, Homes & Gardens. 'Distract the eye from the space by matching everything – blinds, rug, couch and armchairs in once compact area – plus, it creates a great social hub if your small living room layout is open plan.'
10. Mix and match a couch, armchair and footstool
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'Opting for clever furniture choices with versatile pieces will maximize on the space in smaller living rooms, creating a comfortable space that can be used to sit back and relax, as well as welcome guests,’ says Stefan Ormenisan, creative director and founder of MindTheGap .
'For example, this combination of a smaller two-seater sofa and comfy armchair, rather than one larger sofa in a straight line, creates a more welcoming and sociable dynamic, and the upholstered ottoman is a brilliant space saving option, doubling up as seating or as an additional surface for favourite books and magazines, or trays with drinks if entertaining.'
'It is often thought that pattern and color cannot work in smaller spaces, but on the contrary creating layers of interest and detail with a mix of both can give a room a wonderful, enticing jewel box feel, drawing you into the space and bringing a smile.'
How can I arrange a small living room?
If you have or have ever had a narrow room at home, then you’ll be more than aware of the tricky task of making it look wider than it actually is, while desperately trying to make every corner look cozy. You’ve probably spent hours rearranging furniture in a frenzied attempt to make your rectangular space look more square, but in the back of your mind you know that unless you knock down the walls and rebuild the room from scratch, there’s just nothing you can do.
When it comes to the layout, the general advice is not to place all of your furniture too close to the walls. 'To make the room feel more spacious, move your sofa away from the wall, and put a console or a shelf behind it and bring the sofa in,' says interior designer, Kelly Hoppen.
Look for a table with simple or delicate lines. The table should seem to 'disappear,' so it gives your room the illusion of more space in a small living room. And steer clear of ornate furnishings that will overpower the space.
Design of a small living room, 127 photos. Beautiful interiors and design
Designing a small space is always a challenge for a designer. After all, here we are talking not only about creating an interesting interior, but first of all about making the interior not just beautiful, but ergonomic, comfortable in absolutely everything. And, of course, I want to avoid this unpleasant feeling, as if the walls are “pressing” on you: the room, despite its small size, should still seem spacious.
This is exactly what we will talk about today - how to create the right design for a small living room.
Small living room interior - light walls
In any small room, walls are best painted in light, light shades like beige or light gray. Thanks to this technique, the room will appear larger, and beautiful modern furniture will come to the fore.
Interior design for a small living room - choosing a sofa
A low sofa is best suited for the interior of a small living room. Place a seemingly weightless coffee table with a glass top on an aluminum frame in front of the sofa. However, solid wood will also look good.
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The interior of a small living room with a glass coffee table
Small living room, combined with a kitchen
Design of a small living room in black-red-white tones
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Complete your interiors with furniture or accessories in clear acrylic or on slim legs that take up virtually no space visually and give the room a contemporary look.
Coffee tables, bookshelves, desks, even acrylic plant pots are easy to find in stores. Place a floor lamp with a clear acrylic base and a black or white shade next to the reading chair.
Small living room interior - mirrors
Hang a mirror above the sofa to make the room seem larger. A mirror in a silver metal frame or frameless will perfectly cope with its task, besides it will give the interior a modern touch. And different-sized mirrors of a round or oval shape can be interestingly grouped, forming a whole composition.
Photo of a small living room with color accents
Opt for an accent color that will brighten up the neutral color scheme of the entire room. Scatter bright decorative pillows on the sofa, put an eye-catching carpet on the floor. Place a large glass vase of sunny yellow tulips on your coffee table. There are many options, as well as bright colors.
Bright colors for living room in a small apartment
The most suitable colors for the design of a small living room are blue, green, orange and yellow.
Cold shades of blue and green may seem too pale, but pastel shades of the same colors will create the perfect spring atmosphere. Warm orange and yellow, depending on the intensity of the color, will give the interior either a calm and cozy mood, or energize the room. Pink can also be used to design a small living room, but in small quantities and not very bright, unless you really, really like this color.
Blue walls in the interior of a small living room
The combination of green and orange for a small living room
Walls painted in different colors can always “revive” the design of a small living room. By painting one wall, you will create a bright accent; if you want to paint all the walls at once, which is also possible, consider a more neutral color scheme for furniture and accessories.
Design of a small living room in neutral colors with a separately painted wall
Another interesting technique is to use the combination of different color palettes, for example, to combine the cool tone of the walls with the warm tone of the furniture.
Thus, you can create an unusual creative environment.
The combination of warm and cold colors in the interior of a small kitchen-living room
In general, the bright interior of a small living room is by no means a taboo. A carpet of flashy shades, decorative pillows of cheerful shades will refresh the room and improve your mood. And the best thing is that these decorative elements can be put away in the closet at any time and replaced with others that best suit your mood at the moment.
Sofa in the interior of a small living room
What living room is without a sofa, right? This is the central element of each living room, the arrangement of all other pieces of furniture will “dance” from the location and configuration of the sofa. But when choosing a sofa for a small living room, you must, of course, take into account its size: choose two or three-seater models, no more. However, multi-seat corner sofas, despite their bulkiness, can be very useful in terms of space zoning, especially in studios.
Zoning a small kitchen-living room with a corner sofa
Arrangement of furniture in a small living room
Who among us has not stumbled over the table in front of the sofa? How often this happens depends on how comfortable a person will feel in the room. Properly organized space plays a big role for our convenience, therefore, when planning the interior design of a small living room, pay attention to maintaining a distance of at least 60 cm between individual pieces of furniture. This is just as important as the visual balance in the room. It is better to make a choice in favor of furniture of small sizes.
Design of a small living room with cool walls
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Greetings, owner of an apartment with a small living room.
You have a unique chance to use the help of professional designers. They will help you arrange the room with maximum comfort. You can receive guests, spend time with your loved one. What is the point of being content with little, if the professionals have already provided for everything? Just read the recommendations and boldly implement them. I assure you, you will like the result. And the admiring words of the guests are guaranteed. They will be delighted with a room furnished with maximum taste. Let's go on a journey through the world of small living room design right now!
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Sofa
in the design of a small living room
First you need to use visual planning . I suggest you draw a plan of the living room, in which the furniture will already be installed.
You must comply with all dimensions so that no errors occur. Over time, your views may change. Who knows, suddenly you want something more. It's completely normal, trust me.
The sofa is best kept out of drafts . You will feel uncomfortable. It is important not to put it on an imaginary line from the window to the door. It is for this reason that you first need to draw a plan of the room. You can forget about the draft.
Sofa arrangement in living room . As you can see in the picture below, it is quite possible to place the sofa in different ways. You will understand that depending on the task, the placement will change.
1. The design project involves placing a sofa in front of the TV. Just look at him standing diagonally from the door. The location is more than perfect. Just sit back and enjoy your favorite show.
2. The sofa is near the door. You can quickly put guests who decide to stay overnight.
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In a three-room or two-room apartment, you can put a corner sofa. Just place it in the far corner of your living room. Then the living room will look more spacious!
Correct opening of the living room door
In or out?
Living room door opening . If it makes no sense to attract increased attention to the door to the living room, you can always install an invisible model without platbands. It can dissolve in the space of the dwelling if it is the same color as the surface of the walls. As you can see, there is nothing difficult in creating the most comfortable living conditions.
Should the door be opened outward or inward? This should be considered at the planning stage. Please note that the door should not interfere with the movement of people. Separate attention deserves free access to a closet or dressing room. You can always use a sliding compartment door or a book door. Then you don't have to slam the door against the wall.
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Pretty good option to position the door. There will be no obstacles for the corridor, as seen in the picture. The only negative is that if you open the door, especially sharply, you can hit the cabinet wall. Nobody will like it, and defects on the furniture are guaranteed.
2. The interior design of the apartment in this case will be a real obstacle to entering the living room. You will find that all the free space is blocked by a door. How can you move freely in this case? It is much better to use an accordion or a book door.
3. Quite a strange option. You will have to step back to open the door to the living room. If the corridor is narrow, it is very inconvenient. It is better to think about a sliding or folding door.
4. The most convenient option to install the door. No barriers to access the living room. And the firemen will appreciate it.
TV in the living room
size and location
Placement of the TV in the living room .
If the TV diagonal is large, we can talk about its special beauty in the interior of the apartment
Location . The TV can be installed on the wall, which is considered opposite from the sofa. Designers say that this is the most successful place for appliances in the living room. In this case, you do not have to think about the distance to the sofa. It all depends on personal preference. Designer's advice is never superfluous even in the case of a TV.
Cabinet or bracket? It all depends on what you want to arrange in the living room. In the design studio, they try to make the TV area presentable and neat. You can't let everything go by itself. Often you can see how the wires hang down in the living room, spoiling the whole impression of the renovation. Remember that you will be in this room for a long time. For this reason, it is worth taking care of maximum comfort.
Height from floor . It is best to install the TV 1 meter from the floor surface to the middle of the screen.
In this case, in the process of viewing it will be possible not to experience eye fatigue.
Diagonal size . If you have the financial ability, you should think about a diagonal of 50 inches. We can say that small screens look unpresentable on the wall. What's the point of saving on your comfort?
Movie projector as an alternative to . More and more people are choosing some kind of home theater. If you have perfectly smooth white walls in the interior of the apartment, you can simply install the projector. If they are not, you can purchase a full-fledged screen with an electric motor. Don't forget about the protruding wires. They should be avoided so as not to stumble once again. Yes, and you can always choose a removable option or still a permanent secure mount. Do not forget about full-fledged lighting, so that nothing interferes with watching a football match, your favorite TV series or the premiere of a movie with your favorite actors.
TV in the living room
Furniture in the living room
Furniture in the living room .
Pay attention to how well this wonderful blue armchair fits into the living room. Great color accent, but how comfortable to sit on it!
- Armchair. Often the designer's ideas are such that it is the armchair that draws all attention to itself. See how this piece of furniture decorates the room. Moreover, its color, as well as the shape, compares favorably with the rest of the furniture. You can climb into a chair after work to read a book, listen to music from your phone. In addition, you can just with guests, and then it makes no sense to choose an easy chair. Pay attention to its size in order to please yourself, not to experience any inconvenience.
- TV stand. Remember that today it makes no sense to put large TV cabinets. They are no longer as trendy as they used to be. You no longer have to store newspapers, CDs, cassettes, and other valuables in them. It is best to choose a rather interesting table or an elegant cabinet.
- Coffee table.
An excellent piece of furniture that will create a really cozy atmosphere. In addition, most models may well turn into a more spacious table. You can quickly push it during a family holiday, and then push it back. It won't take up much space. - Side tables. If it is not possible to put a full-size coffee table, you can use the side options. The design of the apartment should provide for a variety of product options. You can find how comfortable they are, how easy they move around the apartment. No extra space or extra hassle. The original models deserve special attention. Then the side table will become a real decoration of the living room.
- Rack. Quite a useful piece of furniture. You might think that only knick-knacks, books, and various items will be stored on the rack in a kopeck piece or a three-ruble note. Designers have long used shelving for zoning. You can count on it to be an excellent partition. There will be no interference with the light.
A great option for any apartment. Pay attention to it anyway. - Additional storage cabinet. Given the dimensions in the living room, it is always possible to place the sofa at a certain distance from the wall. You can put it in the center of the room. You should definitely think over the layout of the room in advance in order to maximize the use of all places, niches, shelves where to store items. You will find that the space in the house is organized to the maximum.
- Fireplace. We are talking about electric fireplaces. The manufacturer also provided the function of an air humidifier with appropriate heating. It is the 3 in 1 models that will be of great benefit. You can choose a product in accordance with the approved style of the interior of the apartment. The main thing is not to choose too original version, so as not to spoil the impression. And you don’t need to save on a full-sized fireplace with a large wall.
Kitchen + living room
Quite often, designers are faced with a decision when they have to demolish the partition between the kitchen and the room.
This allows you to increase the space. And in general, you can find a sufficient number of fans for this solution in the interior.
Kitchen-living room design . You can choose several shades of color as a bright accent in the interior at once.
Combining the living room with the kitchen, it will be possible to create a luxurious room with at least two windows. Thus, one can enjoy being in a space filled with light and air. In addition, you can always create a full-fledged dining area. You can prepare a culinary masterpiece for the whole family to serve immediately on the table. The family won't have to wait long. The main thing is not to forget to choose a suitable dining table.
Ideas for a kitchen-living room
Bedroom + living room
It is not uncommon to find a combination of a bedroom with a living room. Moreover, if the family is large, this option will not be the best. If we talk about the owners of a one-room apartment in Moscow, they will appreciate it.
Moreover, an ordinary rack can act as a partition. This will allow you to divide the room into certain zones, and the natural room will be preserved. In addition, it will be possible to get additional space to store small things, arrange books, photographs.
Bedroom design with living room . Great bedroom design!
Living room + study
In a small apartment, it is not always possible to organize a full-fledged place for arranging a desktop. It can be installed in the living room or bedroom. At the same time, its size and location will depend on how often they will have to be used. For a table just for a laptop, you can choose a width of 60 cm, and a stationary one - 70 cm in depth.
Living-study design . In this project, the shelves and a small work table were made invisible precisely due to the color scheme. They blended into the surface of the wall. At the same time, the table could become a real decoration of the room.
You can choose between three convenient desktop arrangements in the living room.
1. The desktop is installed in the far corner of the room. This is a great option if you need to start working in the living room. To make the workplace less noticeable, you can choose a color to match the walls themselves, install a rack or a beautiful screen.
2. A spacious work desk by the window is the best option for all freelancers who have to work from home. In addition, if the table has an extended window sill, it can be used for a desktop computer. The countertop can significantly expand the room.
3. Work table that is built into the cabinet. You can quickly open and close it. Thus, it will be possible to hide the mess if guests have come. The interior of a small living room will only benefit from this decision.
Interior work desk
Air conditioner
in a small living room
It is extremely important that the cold air does not disturb the people sitting on the sofa. Nothing pleasant. The inner case of the air conditioner should be placed as comfortable as possible for you.
At the same time, if you mount the unit at the door, you will have to pay money. Remember this.
The air conditioner indoor unit is not the most beautiful thing in the apartment. It is best to install the unit on a white wall. You can hide it.
Designers suggest thinking about the three most common air conditioner placement options.
1. The indoor unit fits perfectly above the door. Try to choose this option.
2. Positioning the air conditioner next to a window is a good option. It is also often chosen by professional designers.
3. Terrible location of the indoor unit itself. The cold air coming from the air conditioner will blow onto the sofa. People will not be able to fully relax in this case.
Sockets
in a small living room
It is extremely important to consider the location of the sockets when renovating and planning. It is important to decide where the table lamp and other electrical appliances will stand.
You can also install a TV right in the room. At the same time, sockets should be made with a margin, who knows what kind of equipment will be purchased after some time. Yes, and for the TV itself, a set-top box, some other devices can be bought. An electric fireplace deserves special attention, as well as garlands and a long-awaited Christmas tree.
Lighting
in a small living room
The organization of the light directly determines whether the room will be cozy. It is extremely important not to save on light. Another question is that an ordinary chandelier is indispensable here. The design project should provide for several lighting options.
Living room lighting . Pay attention to what new colors an ordinary brick wall has played. It was enough to choose minimalist lamps of various shapes.
Luminaires are a really important part of the decor to match the approved style of the whole room. At the moment, different lighting devices in the same style, but presented in the collections of certain years, collections, have received relevance.
It is possible to provide for the main, local, intimate light in the living room. You will love how your own mood has changed.
Top light is considered the main type of lighting. This applies to the chandelier itself, as well as spotlights. At the same time, the chandelier will provide not only bright lighting, but will be part of the design, it will become an interesting art object.
Local light includes various floor lamps, sconces and table lamps. It all depends on your imagination, on the interior of the apartment itself.
Intimate light consists of candles and garlands. You'll love the even, warm white light. At the same time, you can create a cozy atmosphere in the living room. And the role of a night light for this lighting device has not been canceled.
Candles . Most often they are used to create a romantic atmosphere. In fact, you can choose completely different candles, and their colors can be monophonic. For a classic style, white products with a matte or rough surface are suitable.
Zoning . Lamps are truly ideal in order to organize the zoning of the room. This applies to the living room - kitchen. Just imagine how interesting pendant lights will look above the bar or dining table. In addition, in the area of \u200b\u200bthe living room itself, you need to think over the main and local light. Don't forget about a cozy lamp behind the sofa, as well as a floor lamp near the window.
Modern style in the living room
Quite versatile and at the same time interesting style that will fit well into the interior of a small living room. It is distinguished by its conciseness and simplicity. Quite comfortable, beautiful and functional at the same time.
Contemporary living room design . Luxurious geometric lines and patterns in the interior are one of the highlights of the modern style.
Style . Sophisticated white and black, neutral gray and beige - can be called the main colors related to the neutral style.
Do not forget the bright accents. If they are not provided, the interior will be rather faceless and monotonous. In a modern interior, it is extremely important to hang posters with your favorite artists or large-sized paintings. Accumulation of decor items should not be allowed. They should be bright and original. Pay attention that they should be entered into the style of the room itself. At the same time, do not forget about practical, comfortable furniture. It should be simple and minimalistic in form.
Lots of modern living rooms
Neoclassical style in the living room
Specialists of a design studio in Moscow often delight their customers with delicate neoclassical interiors. It can be called a modernized version of the familiar classics. At the same time, do not forget about the original lamps, watercolor shades, upholstery in the style of "carriage coupler". This is all neoclassical.
Neoclassical living room . Different-sized, compact cushions in the colors of the interior will look really luxurious in both modern and classic designs.
Style . Styles such as neoclassical and classical style are distinguished by a special arrangement of accessories and furniture arrangement. Pay attention to the exquisitely flowing and draped curtains and curtains, furniture facades. These elements will more than please the owner of a living room in a neoclassical interior.
Neoclassical living rooms
Other living room styles
Scandinavian style
Fusion
Loft
Colors
Beige in the design of a small living room
When decorating a living room, you should not choose only white. This can lead to a feeling of "bureaucratic". There are many examples of really bright and original designs. Just think how interesting accent walls will look. This applies to modern and classic style. At the same time, we must not forget that it is the light options for the living room that you should choose for a number of reasons.
Beige visually expands the space . The interior of a small living room will only benefit in this case. You can visually enlarge the room. The effect produced will pleasantly surprise any skeptic.
Compatibility . Delicate beige colors can be successfully combined with both cold and warm tones. You can add a lot of bright accents to the interior. From decorative items and textiles to furniture.
Create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort . You can find how comfort settled in the room. You will be comfortable in the living room, you will not want to leave the apartment for a long time.
Beige in the living room . In most cases, warm shades of beige are used to design a living room in a classic style. But colder, grayish tones will look better in modern interiors, in particular, high-tech style.
Selection of beige living rooms
Gray living room interior
Gray living room . Gray is considered a calm and neutral color.
For example, we can note the absorption of light by black colors. You can be a fan of different subcultures, but you can’t constantly be in such a room. Yes, and too white living room will cause irritation. If we talk about gray, designers consider it to be neutral. He will not be able to cause eye fatigue, will be perfectly combined with all shades.
Gray living room selection
Other colors
Living room design
White color in the living room
Blue in the living room
Dark Living Room Design
Finishing materials
It is extremely important to choose truly durable and high-quality finishing materials. If you choose them yourself, you can be confused by their abundance. We suggest you take advantage of the recommendations of professional designers. They will help you choose everything you need right now!
10 tips for decorating the living room
Decor
You can't underestimate the decorative elements in the interior of the apartment.
