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30 Mesmerizing Mid-Century Modern Living Rooms And Their Design Guides

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Design enthusiasts praise the mid-century modern style – but what is it, exactly? Coined by author Cara Greenberg in her 1984 collection, mid-century modern refers to pieces from the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s which pushed the limits of engineering. Desperate for creativity after World War II, famed designers took war materials and molded them into iconic chairs, tables, and lights – goods still sought after and replicated - furniture whose design was never bettered. Follow our detailed guide and links on how to incorporate mid-century modern pieces – and the style’s philosophy of good living – into your own inspired living room full of 50’s wonder.

Make mid-century modern look effortless. Fit your lounge with the high, wooden windows typical of the style, using a tilter to afford fresh air. By using wooden-legged furniture, here a peach accent chair, nested coffee tables and long three-seater, your interior can offer difference without one piece dominating. Light a swing arm wall lamp like this, beside a Bell table lamp by Tom Dixon to pair matching metallics. Sprigs of poppies could add focus behind your couch, as ferns pop up in planters across your living room. By matching a leather floor pouf to your wooden joinery, you can provide a place to read books surrounding the TV.

Imagine mid-century modern away on holiday. Use shades of white, turquoise and gold beside an artificial Areca palm to create an everyday getaway. Stretch a Jute rug beneath your couches to add a dash more colour, and tie metallic end tables, each featuring three rounds of glass, into hues for leaf-patterned pillows. Prism coffee tables can further catch the eye with triangular legging, as a large arc floor lamp bends over the scene. Light up a wall of windows with the day’s incoming sun, finishing with turquoise tunes in a tufted floor pillow, couch cushions and table ornaments.

As day sets, settle for something warmer. Heat up a more masculine scene with a ceiling-held fireplace beside a white Wegner-style shell chair. Sit a wood and metal coffee table on a Jute rug to centre the space. Two Wegner Papa Bear-style chairs can cuddle up beside a monochrome ottoman, while a couch in the same hue can offer more snuggling. Polish off your interior with grass views through glass panes.

Grey and light wood are classic mid-century modern hues. Keep warmth in your living room with wooden walls on either side, while grey hues in your floor, seating and Jackson Pollock painting (here the number 14 in Gray) keep it spacious. Use the style’s ceiling-height windows to bring in light, and an Axis floor lamp to bring a focused glow to seating. With the Axis’ golden base harking to the seat and square coffee table’s legs, it’s easy to add glitz to this relaxed scene.

Think outside the square when designing inside. House trees in hand-blown glass, a table in spotted driftwood and a Jute rug in natural weave. Insert wooden-frame lounge chairs and floors to make it more modern, and two spiralling wall ornaments to match their tone. Ceramics in jade and lots of white – here shown in the lounges, walls and chaise longue – create breathing space for your outdoorsy interior.

Create the look with different materials and textures. To design an eclectic, yet not overpowering, living room, coat your seating brown in leather Barcelona-style chairs, mid-century modern classic chairs, and a blue metal accent chair in the Platner style. Join together a marble coffee table, metallic standing lamp and tulip-style end tables to create a lounge that looks ever so put-together.

Mid-century modern was originally created for smaller spaces. Use a brown leather sofa like the room above, but create your own vibe with a lightbulb pendant and dreamscape surfing photography. Let geometrics linger in a pentagon-legged coffee table and grey patterned rug. A range of potted plants, most notably here the Boston fern, can sit with your objects and photos to tie the look in.

Looking a little larger, this living room uses brown as an accent for notable pieces. To achieve this look, sit a demure mid-century sofa upon a varnished floor in the hue. Face two chairs in the style towards the couch for conversation, letting a sofa cushion, framed print and turntable box match them in colour. By using classic mid-century modern pieces, here a geometric-legged coffee table and standing swing lamp, you can add nature in potted ferns and an artificial ZZ plant. Lie a red Turkish rug upon your floor to suggest travel and avoiding jarring colours.

The mid-century look can look super-modern – although its pieces have never changed. Make like this sloped-roof living room and use a couple of masterpieces, such as the Verner Panton S-style chair and cheeky Ray Eames elephant. Other interesting finds, like the tortoise with the elephant, or red shell couch to the back, can add character. Build ceiling-height windows and rows of long wooden bookshelving to cement your interior’s mid-century modern influence.

Metallics are not just for the 21st Century. Employ them as feature pieces, by hanging a convex wall round and sitting a large copper floor lamp on your floor. Add hints of blue in a Myers sofa and rug to match patterned wallpaper, lending the blue to more knitted poufs. Finish with a few florals in a vase full of snapdragons, printed cushion and leaning stamen painting.

Create an entertaining area the 50’s greats would’ve been proud of. If decorating for a large, high-windowed space, scale up its walls with widely-spaced wooden panels, a series of white pendants and a large abstract artwork. Cover the floors and fireplace with red brick, keeping it warm with a large faux fur rug. Create a space for a chaise longue, Tom Dixon Wingback and school chairs, letting a rounded coffee table meet another in a triangle. Complete the look with a wistful baby grand and standing lamp for company.

Don’t be scared to have colour at your centre. Draw in the eye with a psychedelic piece beside a relaxed leather sofa set and geometric marble coffee table. Use light wood to softly cover your chair legs, shelving and wood stack, a potted tree to add nature.

Keep it classic in black, white and brown. Signal an eclectic style with dotted framed abstracts, abstracts like these or these. Employ a range of seating styles to populate your area, such as the Arne Jacobsen-style Egg chair, and a golden floor lamp to match your coffee table. Woollen textures can get cosy in fluffy ottomans, rugs, throws and cushions, whilst plants, such as the natural or artificial Fiddle Leaf Fig, can be presented for show.

Baby boomers will remember this decor of their parent’s style. Get nostalgic with a white and wooden frame, centred by a blue wall featuring a bookcase. Place two white sofas beside many smaller windows, and two tripod plant stands to bring the outside in. Draw in guests with a mid-century modern coffee table holding a Russel Wright pitcher full of roses, adding a geometric console in the 50’s style. A bookcase can stand as your final relic, full of vases and picture frames below a George Nelson-style ball clock spreading out its rays.

Get cosy with 50’s-style colouring. Relax your orange and grey room in three types of seating amidst mid-century style table lamps, available here and here. Hang two rectangular framed prints mirroring the shape of the windows. Design your furniture in light wood to keep it cohesive. Use a modern chair to drive in the accent color.

Grey and orange couldn’t look more different in this open plan rendition. Break colour dominance in your living room with two berry chairs and the Noguchi glass coffee table by Herman Miller, now available as an original or replica. Match its shine with a Flos Arco-style lamp gleaming silver in the corner, adding a hint of life with wooden plant stands. We recommend a simple grey rug and shelved ornaments to finish.

Heavily influenced by 30’s painter Mondrian, this living room uses mostly geometric shapes, shapes that Mondrian believed were of a higher nature. Open your living room to a bold feature wall almost copied from his pieces, falling to a triangular-patterned rug and chairs in block colouring. Allow breathing space by decorating with simple windows, white walls and a wooden table, console and floor.

Lucky enough to be surrounded by windows? Clothe your interior in charcoal, like this unique space. Showcase a ceiling-high feature fireplace amongst wooden accent chairs, adding small pops of colour in couch cushions, magazines, and two pieces of abstract art.

After more muted hues? Colour your furniture in teal and taupe, bordered by white walls and patterned floors. Matching wooden legs and a stone bookcase provide a good background for an Orient pendant looping over your wall.

Make your living room warmer, with a floor and half-wall in the polished wood of the style. Wrap a stone-coloured L-sofa around your windows, complementing the look with a white lined rug. Play with iconic pieces such as a Platner-style coffee table, black Swan-style chair and Serge Mouille floor lamp peeping over your sofa. Offer a spot by the fire with an Eames-style walnut stool. Splash turquoise about in hued watercolours and cushions.

Keep it warm yet light with wood and orange tones. Carve a wooden roof with rafters over a stark white floor, diffusing your bright orange wall with a rug in brown checkers. Opt for an Eames lounge chair, available as an original or replica, to tie your TV and orange hues together. A suite in taupe could look out to a Noguchi table, whose Herman Miller original and now-available replica are iconic of this style. Complete the look with a fireplace, cushions and vases.

Make the most of a beautiful outdoor view, with a few mid-century modern pieces. Wind a cream L-sofa beside a unique end table, here the iconic Platner side table, whose oscillating bands reflect the midday sun. Adding a lower side table, ball lamp and classic fluffy rug can make this look last a lifetime.

Decorate your living room a la Mad Men. Make the most of your high windows with a marble centre, brown leather seating and unique ceiling fans shown here. Pepper your lounge with standing lamps and an olive green armchair, for a perfect place to relax and watch the show.

Design like the Eames’ – using their own Pacific Palisades living room as inspiration. Take cues from their contemporary Mondrian, and build double-height windows and high wooden bookcases with his rectangular forms. Nest amidst a bevy of indoor plants, using the Eames’ chair designs and iconic bird, available as an Eames Bird replica. Fill vases with flowers, lean a ladder to the ceiling and add hanging paper lanterns to complete your homage.

Designed by architect Eero Saarinen for the industrialist J. Irwin Miller, this also-famous home was the beginning of a once-burgeoning trend – the conversation pit. Get inspired by Spanish and Middle Eastern influences, and construct a pink-couched depression in the middle of your floor, offering a space for focused chat. Scatter differently-coloured cushions to complement an iron table, figure and pot. A few roses in and out of the pit can also pretty up the scene.

Centre your mid-century modern living room around a rug. Take a bright-coloured Cubic rug and set it upon a wooden floor, inviting companionship with black chairs in the style. Accent the look with a marble standing fireplace and retro-style floor lamp.

White and wood mixes with grey and blue in this mid-century modern interior. Light its décor with a modern fireplace illuminating pockets of wood holding ornaments and frames. Starburst wall décor can act as your headline piece, while a shaggy rug, gold-rimmed table and geometric cushions create your home’s rested guests.

Looking for more modern adaptations of the mid-century modern style? These last three interiors should yield inspiration. This particular look, blessed with the décor’s high windows, can be achieved using more muted shades of wood to cover your floors and walls. Replace the style’s characteristic floor lamps with LEDs lighting each wall. Place a rug in the centre, and stand a plethora of chair styles in more recent materials. A low marble table can act as your room’s pivot point.

Use the classic mid-woods of the mid-century modern style, but throw distressed floorboards and charcoal into the mix. Go for the classic look with wooden window joinery, a Wegner-style Shell, mid-century style console and voluptuous bookshelf. Make it more modern with framed prints, not paintings; a rug that’s neat, not shaggy; and a central couch and ottoman that match a modern pendant.

Make mid-century modern work with a sunny veranda. Employ the starburst wall décor and laden bookshelves of old, adding a lime couch and black-painted floorboards. Add a central fireplace and rug to show evolution of the style. A Noguchi-style coffee table and faux sheepskin pillows can further twist the classics.


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Timeless and stylish, mid-century modern living room ideas are enduringly popular. Characterized by clean lines, a pared-back palette and sinuous, biomorphic forms, the mid-century-modern look pairs well with many other styles and remains contemporary today.

Whether you're seeking to create a sleek, mid-century interior design or update your living room ideas with a few iconic mid-century pieces, we've rounded up some beautiful schemes and advice from the experts to get you inspired.

Mid-century modern living room ideas

Looking to create a mid-century modern living room? Spanning the decade between the Thirties and the Seventies, with roots in earlier design movements such as the Bauhaus, the midcentury-modern movement championed the principle of purity in design and sought to push the boundaries with innovative use of materials and technologies.

Advancements in manufacturing allowed furniture designers to experiment with new materials, such as injection moulded plastics, with resulted in sculptural, sleek pieces of furniture in new colors, textures and forms.

Although mid-century modern style was driven by advances in technology, it was also inspired by the natural world, and wood is the most widely used material for furniture.

1. Invest in wooden furniture

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Despite the development of innovative new materials such as plastic, fibreglass and laminates, timber sustained popularity throughout the mid-20th century. Furniture designers favored durable hardwoods, such as teak, cherry, maple and beech. 

Oozing warmth and character, and famed for its timeless beauty and durability, wood is still one of the most popular materials to use in an authentic mid-century modern living room. 

For true mid-century appeal, opt for streamlined timber pieces with tapered legs.  

2. Create the illusion of space – with 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, it’s investing in the right furniture – it can actually make a room feel wider in seconds. 

Mid-century modern was the 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 ideas that will give the illusion of space.

3. Base your scheme around symmetry 

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Symmetry in interior design is introduced to create balance and a feeling of calm – ideal for enhancing a space in a mid-century modern living room. 

If the 1950s architecture of your home is strong and distinctive, a symmetrical layout will ensure that your scheme remains stylish yet cozy. Get the symmetry right and you can create harmony in every room in your house – and make small spaces feel bigger and tidier.

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Scandinavian decor shares many design elements with mid-century modern: pared-back, unfussy, uncluttered spaces and a winning combination of form and function create aesthetically pleasing, yet practical, interiors. 

Like Scandinavian design, the main purpose of mid-century modern style is to improve daily life. Furniture is therefore not only about stylish elegance, but also about functionality – it should serve a purpose and stand the test of time. 

With its streamlined furniture, subtle prints, and Scandi influences, 1950s style is the perfect choice for 21st century living. What's more, the timeless appeal of this style lends itself to more recent design styles and trends such as the Retro Revival trend, or Modern Organic trend, offering new looks enduring qualities and endearing charm.

5.

Decorate in a primary color palette

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Using primary colors in a mid-century modern living room can be done subtly and elegantly to create bright – but understated – space. The primary colors are red, yellow and blue. These colors are called primary colors because they cannot be created by combining any other colors. 

As well as living room paint ideas , another simple and effective way of introducing color into a mid-century modern living room is through accessories. It is a joyful way of adding to and altering the feel of a room, without committing to redecorating whole spaces. 

Here, the warm neutrals used as the main structure for this living room color scheme are very much back in vogue. Earthy naturals, pale plaster pinks and natural weaves all set the scene elegantly, and provide an ideal backdrop for the addition of a few joyful primary colors. 

6. Devise a contemporary take on the mid-century modern living room

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Bring a classic mid-century look into the 21st century with modern materials and a soothing color scheme.  

Gray living room ideas are hugely popular, and they can turn a retro scheme into the modern era with aplomb. Gray is the most wanted color after white, and the hue has secured its position as the modern neutral. 

Use gray to create a harmonious look that will make a great impression in a 1950s living room. Whether it's pale or slightly darker, gray is a great all-rounder. 

You can dress it up with a unfussy, functional furniture, concrete elements and houseplants to pay homage to a bygone era.

7. Bring warmth with wood panelling

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Wood is a key material choice for a mid-century modern living room – and if you want to replicate a true Mad Men aesthetic, look no further than wall panelling. 

When designing a living room , fitting wall panelling horizontally will make a room feel wider or longer, making it a great trick for small spaces. 

Plus, panelling for walls can be a work of art in itself – it needn't be solely architectural.

8. Go for a retro color scheme

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Bring out your fun side with this free-spirited living room trend that takes its inspiration from the abstract expressionist art of the Fifties and Sixties, with flamboyant wallpaper ideas , bold geometrics, cut-outs and playful blocks of color.

Unsure whether this look is right for you? Choose this scheme if you’re young at heart and into bold patterns and punchy colors, and take a more playful, irreverent approach when it comes to decor. 

While not for everyone, abstracts have a timeless appeal and versatility that can add impact in a contemporary setting, or edge in a more traditional scheme. 

9. Go bold with oversized florals

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Mid-century modern living room ideas do not have to be devoid of color or pattern. Beautiful blooms are an exquisite and easy way to add life and color to your 1950s interiors. 

The radical, stylised Starflower print, dating to 1967, has a kaleidoscopic quality undoubtedly influenced by the Op Art movement popular of the time.  

However, if you are after a modern interpretation, look no further than a palette of clashing florals, like in the stunning living room picture above. The bigger – and blowsier – the better.

10. Mix and match styles and eras

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With an emphasis on simple lines and purity of design, combined with the enduring beauty of wood, mid-century modern living room furniture has a timeless appeal, which sits well with other styles both old and new.

Here, we have married 50s utilitarianism with 70s retro extravagance for a truly inspiring clash of styles. Furniture with a striking geometric form will be bold enough to hold its own against fabrics in uplifting vivid shades. 

This trend gives the traditional mid-century modern look a contemporary overhaul with a peppier color palette, lighter woods and practical, functional pieces designed for modern living. 

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If there's one piece that a mid-century modern living room should not be without it's arguably a designer armchair. From the slimline Wassily chair made from tubular steel, to the sumptuous Lounge chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames, designer armchairs have become iconic features of the midcentury interior and there's certainly plenty to choose from.

Characterised by sinuous lines and boasting beautiful sculptural silhouettes, these Boucle Jagger armchairs, inspired by a 1970s design, are perfect for bringing presence to this simple living room without dominating it.

'We chose these Boucle Jaggar armchairs from Pure White Lines upholstered in a classic duotone houndstooth to introduce visual interest and nuance to the space,' says Katie Lion, senior interior designer at Kitesgrove . 'Houndstooth is a bold yet timeless pattern, and the fabric’s jagged geometry works well on the armchair’s curved mid-century design, helping to define the layered and distinctive character of the space.'

12. Showcase mid-century art against a neutral palette

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If you love decorating with art from the mid-century era then opting for an all-white scheme for a living room will allow it to double as a beautiful gallery space, perfect for showing off your prized collections says interior designer Andrew Suvalsky .

'Midcentury modern design, characterized by clean and architecturally sensual lines, allows you to easily incorporate elements from other periods. A neutral palette, a hallmark of this style, makes it possible to layer in different patterns, materials and finishes,' he explains. 

'The residents of the Park Avenue apartment are avid art collectors who also inherited special pieces of artwork acquired from the 1950s to present. The renovation of the home and living room was intentionally designed to highlight the robust art collection.'

'The prior design was dark and muted, with colors that pulled away from the art rather than allowing its beauty to shine. The new design brings a mix of modern gallery meets vintage classic. The residents are always interested in adding new pieces to the collection and did not want a design style that would dedicate the future placement of new pieces.'

13. Keep furnishings minimal

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The mid-century modern period is celebrated for its designer furnishings in a mix of streamlined and biomorphic shapes. If you're planning to furnish with these iconic pieces, be sure to give them the space they deserve by opting for a minimalist living room layout which really shows them off their form, as done here by interior designer Jamie Nesbitt-Weber .

'I love the clean architectural lines of my brownstone living room in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn. The vintage Arne Norell Sirocco chairs from Sweden and George Nelson slat bench paired with the new modern Striad Lounge chair and Matter Made 3-legged stool give the room a mid-century vibe,' says interior designer Jamie Nesbitt-Weber.

'The bright primary colors in the art and accessories are a wonderful contrast against the white walls and black slate floor. The room is a timeless example of Midcentury and new modern design.'

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If you're looking to bring a contemporary twist to a more traditional living room consider adding in a statement Mid-century living room ceiling light.

‘A light is a good way to throw surprise in a room, to merge modern with traditional,’ says Martin Waller, founder of Andrew Martin . ‘Putting an industrial style lamp or a graphic mid-century form in a traditional stucco setting injects excitement, equally an Art Deco chandelier in a stark, modern plan.’ 

'Lighting is so important and an excellent way of playing with scale,' adds interior designer Kelly Wearstler . 'Oversized chandeliers are a great place to begin, then I love sconces and lamps on a table uplighting a sculpture or piece of art.'

Don't be afraid to use bold color

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While mid-century modern pieces look great in a white living room with a gallery feel, but sometimes these spaces can feel quite stark. To add personality and depth consider combining sleek mid-century design with bold accents of color, metallics and personal touches as Andrew Suvalsky has done in the design for his own living room at his home in Montclair, New Jersey.

'I did not want to create a time-capsule of the 1950s,' says Suvalsky, 'but rather to infuse my modern take on various elements from the 1950s to the 1970s. ' For Suvalsky that meant adding layers of various patterns, materials, and finishes that tell a new narrative. 

'The mission was to blend the clean lines of a 1950’s California style-home with a rich and dense decor but to also play with – even upend – preconceived notions of what a mid-century ought to be,' he notes.

'I incorporated patterns, colors and objects that tell a story and are meaningful to myself and my husband so that our home would be a seamless reflection of our lives. I wanted our house to be a unique emanation of our personalities, highlighting our love for music, art, travel and hosting.'

How do you style a mid-century modern living room?

To style a mid-century modern living room, invest in unfussy, utilitarian-style furniture. Opt for functional, fluid furniture and abstract prints based on natural shapes – rediscovered and reinterpreted for today’s modern interiors and lifestyles. 

For ideas, look to icons like Florence Knoll and Arne Jacobson for inspiration – both of whom were prominent designers during the mid-century modern period. Their work still serves as design inspiration for some of the world’s top creatives.

What style goes well with mid-century modern?

Mid-century modern design goes well with many other styles, which makes it a popular design era among interior designers. 'Mid-century modern design, characterized by clean and architecturally sensual lines, allows you to easily incorporate elements from other periods,' says Andrew Suvalsky.

'I am a firm believer that in every era there is incredible design and I pull from lots of different periods – I love mixing deco, Bauhaus, mid-century; sticking to one era can be a bit one note,' adds interior designer Kelly Weastler.

'If you buy all your furniture new it’s going to start to look dated quickly, but if you take the time to curate and shop in a variety of places, you end up with a much more timeless room.'

Modern living room design - styles and savings

Updated: 10/12/2022

Living room design in a modern style successfully combines a huge number of different directions. It is for those who follow fashion and at the same time want to save money. We will consider the most interesting and budget options for decorating a stylish and modern living room. What colors, furniture and finishes are in trend now. What will help you save money on without forgetting about a truly fashionable and comfortable interior.

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Modern Styles for Living Room Design

The list of popular modern living room styles includes 6 trends. Each of them has its own history and bright unique features. We considered many in detail, but within the framework of the design of other rooms. Today is the living room. I am sure that one of the following fashion trends will appeal to those who prefer comfort and practicality in everything that surrounds them.

Minimalism

Style is based on practicality and functionality. A minimum of decor, uniform coatings, gloss and glass in priority, regular rectangular shapes and clear lines - this is minimalism. The main rule of style is that if an object does not have a place allotted to it, it is considered unnecessary. This alone helps the save a lot of money and space.

Living room design in modern style Minimalism. Source - Pinterest.com

Living room design in a modern style Minimalism

Hi-tech

Another interesting style is the discreet and versatile hi-tech. It is distinguished by a large amount of metal and glass, a cold glossy sheen and monochrome tones in the decoration of the floor and walls.

The lack of color in the design of the living room is compensated by accessories. It is permissible to use some bright textiles, which will create a contrast in the monotony of the design and furniture.

Contemporary living room design Hi-tech

Modern high-tech living room design by Polinov. ru

Modern high-tech living room design by Polinov.ru

Loft

characterized by the following characteristics:

Living room in Loft style

Studio apartment in modern style Loft from Interierz

Studio apartment in modern style Loft from Interierz

Techno

Techno is a room of concrete and glass. The living room resembles a factory or a garage. Textured plaster, plastic panels are suitable for walls. Ceilings - strict stretch or rough concrete. The priority is cold colors.

There must be non-standard lighting - chandeliers and lamps of original shapes. Furniture of strict proportions, without unnecessary decor.

As you can see, this style saves a lot of money on trim.

The example below required almost no furniture at all. Agree, is very budgetary and at the same time stylish.

Living room interior in Techno style.

Having chosen Techno or Loft styles for the design of the living room or the whole apartment, go to the end. Do not combine them with other styles, especially glamorous ones. Don't overload with decor. Otherwise, a cool idea will turn into a "garage dump".

Modern

The Art Nouveau style traditionally uses wooden upholstery and furniture, stained-glass windows, and forged decorative elements. Perfectly fit decorative pillows, heavy curtains, spotlights. The main palette is gray, dark red and ashy. Sofas, chairs, cabinets should have smooth lines.

In its modern form, this style bears little resemblance to that distant modernist style, which was the personification of luxury and expensive decoration. So do not think that you will have to fork out a lot for it.

You can add a hint of luxury while saving money by using the following decor elements:

Post-modern living room design. Studio Polinov

Art Nouveau living room

Modern living room design

Scandinavian

Living room design in Scandinavian style requires natural materials. The floors are faced with wood, laminate or parquet.

The ceiling is usually white, suspended structures are acceptable.

Functional, durable, mobile furniture. Instead of bulky wardrobes - built-in systems or open shelves, a sofa and armchairs - comfortable and concise. Even better, if they can be decomposed, and the freed up space can be used for storage.

The Scandinavian-style living room looks great with simple plafonds and, of course, candles.

Few decorations:

This interior gives the impression of simplicity and fine taste.

Scandinavian style living room design

Scandinavian style small living room design - ivd.ru

Industrial

Living room in this style is an illusion of the industrial past. The room should have a lot of space and natural colors.

A rough texture (concrete or plaster) is selected for finishing walls, floors and ceilings. From furniture, metal structures are most often used, which can be combined with large windows without curtains.

For decor, stop at street lamps, graffiti, huge posters.

Industrial style living room design

Industrial style living room design

Modern living room design color schemes

Modern living room design adheres to classic colors. You can make color accents from deep multifaceted shades. Instead of yellow, use mustard, instead of green - emerald. But remember how the color of the interior affects the mood of people. We will analyze the most popular shades in modern style.

White is the most common color for modern living rooms. It is easy to combine several zones with it into a single composition and at the same time not make the room bulky. A white living room is easily updated with a change of textiles or decor. Great design solution!

Living room in white with bright green sofa.

Bright white living room

Dirt stains are very visible on light furniture and surfaces. If you decide to choose white as the main color, then let it be a high-tech style, where there are many glossy surfaces from which dirt can be easily wiped off. And not the same Scandi.

If the room is spacious, you can choose noble black . However, it needs to be diluted with color accents and take care of multi-level deep lighting.

Black color in the design of the living room with bright accents

Please note that if you choose black for furniture, you will need to dust it very often!

Living room in gray tones creates a relaxing and calm atmosphere. The room will not look boring if you pick up a few shades. For ceilings, floors and walls, take a steel or dark graphite finish, furniture with metallic textiles. At the same time, gray perfectly emphasizes the colorful decor - from vases with rich red flowers to bright paintings.

Gray living room design

Green living room fresh and invigorating. This color is very good in combination with gray, beige and brown decor and textiles. It can be used as a base or as a supplement.

Green color in the design of the living room

Beige color is considered a wonderful design solution for a small room. This color is combined with cold wood furniture, glass surfaces, neutral walls and ceilings.

Beige living room

Blue color is the choice of bold and successful designers for the living room. In one of the latest style trends, one wall is decorated in a deeper blue, while the ceiling and other surfaces are painted in soft blue. Then the room will look spacious and bright. With blue trim, leather upholstery, ceramic accessories and white lamps or floor lamps look great.

Blue living room design

White and gray color schemes will be more economical for modern living room design . They are rightly called universal.

Decorating a modern living room

At the heart of a good modern interior is the right decoration. At the same time, of course, it should not be too costly. Consider the main solutions.

Wall finishing

Most economical option – wall painting . With paints, you can visually expand the space, make the room cozier and warmer. The choice is represented by oily, silicate and water-based paint. Optionally, two types of painting are combined.

Wall painting in the living room

The second option is wall paneling. By type they are divided into tiled, sheet and lath. This solution helps significantly save nerves, because there is almost no dirt and debris during finishing.

But there is one drawback - in the case of slatted panels - this is an additional space for dust accumulation. How critical it is is up to you.

An example of wall cladding with slatted panels

Another solution is ceramic . The more the surface of the walls is covered with ceramics, the less decor they should have. It is strong but cold material. Also, when laying, you need to pay close attention to the tile seams. They should be invisible to the eye so that the repair looks neat.

Wall and floor tiling in the living room. Source

It is not necessary to use tiles for all the walls in the living room, only a few will be enough. But where it will definitely be appropriate is in the fireplace area.

In its pure form, all of the listed wall finishes are rarely used. The correct solution would be their combination. For example, it is now very popular to paint some walls and wallpaper others.

Wallpaper and wall painting in the living room

Or cover part of the wall with tiles and part with panels.

Lined niche with ceramics and walls with panels in the living room. Source

Floor finish

Laminate – is the most affordable floor finish. It has an attractive appearance and is easy to install. A wide range of products helps to choose a good imitation of wood or stone.

Living room floor and wall decoration with parquet

Parquet for the floor is a choice in favor of high-quality sound insulation and long service life. It is referred to as Premium Coating .

However, parquet is sensitive to temperature fluctuations and requires careful regular maintenance.

Living room parquet flooring

ceramic tiles are another option for flooring in a modern living room. It is strong, environmentally friendly, durable. All dirt on the tile floor is easily washed off. However, the tile is considered a cold surface, it will be necessary to install a "warm floor" system.

Ceramic tiles on the floor in the living room

Ceiling decoration

Ceiling painting - a simple and inexpensive decoration method. Before that, the surface is plastered, cleaned and primed.

The most commonly used color is of course white, but other options are also possible.

Living room ceiling painting pink

An interesting solution is to paint part of the ceiling in a contrasting color. Thus, the task of additional visual zoning of the living room will be achieved.

Unusual staining of the living room shelf.

Stretch shelves also firmly hold a leading position in modern living room design. They are multifunctional and easy to care for. One level of construction is enough to hide communications, lighting system and bumps.

An example of a living room design with a standard stretch ceiling

Wallpaper is relevant not only for walls, but also for ceilings. Most often used paper and vinyl. Some wallpapers are washable. A wide range of colors and textures helps to create a unique and beautiful finish of the ceiling structure. But keep in mind that the ceilings should be high in the room so that the color of the wallpaper does not “eat up” the space.

3d wallpaper on the ceiling in the living room

Curtains for the living room

The modern living room does not gravitate too much towards elaborate and lush curtains. It is better to stay on translucent tulle or roller blinds. If you want textiles with a pattern, make sure that it is discreet and non-contrasting.

The location of the room plays an important role. If the windows face south, curtains should limit the flow of sunlight. In this case, dense materials are acceptable. If the windows are on the north side, the task is exactly the opposite. Light flowing materials will be needed.

Light tulle curtains in the living room. Source

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Lighting in the living room in modern style 9002 according to the dimensions of the living room. A custom-shaped chandelier, single-lamp hanging shades are suitable.

Central and spot lighting in the living room

Need local lighting? Table lamps and floor lamps will come to the rescue.

Spot lighting in the living room

With spot lighting, dimmed light is directed to the place where the TV or music system is installed. If the living room has a fireplace, use exquisite lamps made of bronze material. Do you have an original painting or figurine? Inconspicuous table lamps emphasize their beauty.

Selection of modern living room furniture

For a living room in a modern style, simple furniture with straight lines comes to the fore, but first you need to decide how the furniture in the living room will be located depending on what you do in this room most of the time.

Arrangement of furniture in the living room

This is well demonstrated in the following figure.

Floor plan of the living room furniture.

If the central place of the living room is a TV or a fireplace where all family members spend a lot of time, then it is better to arrange the furniture so that everyone is comfortable.

An example of the arrangement of furniture in a living room with a fireplace or TV.

If you like to invite guests and communicate with them , then the furniture in the living room should be arranged in a circle, for example, around a coffee table.

An example of the arrangement of furniture in the living room, convenient for communication.

If you plan to spend a lot of time with your children in the living room , then you need to arrange the furniture so that as much play space as possible is freed up.

Arrangement of furniture in the living room for playing with children.

If you like to play board games as a couple or in a large group, it is worth preparing a suitable place for this. Comfortable table and furniture around it.

Arrangement of furniture in the living room for playing board games.

Examples of the arrangement of furniture in a small living room can be seen in the following diagrams.

Furniture layouts in a small living room

Sofa

The central element of the living room is the sofa . Modern trends say that it should be comfortable and monochrome. This used to be a gray or beige simple sofa seemed boring! Today it is an interesting and stylish accessory. If you want to make it more colorful, add decorative textiles or use patterned upholstery fabric.

In addition, the sofa must be functional and multifunctional. In combination, it acts as an additional storage system or a place to sleep. Various transformers are very popular, for example, a sofa-wardrobe-desk.

Gray sofa in the living room interior

Wardrobe

Built-in wardrobe is more in demand in modern living room design. The cabinet wardrobe also looks interesting. It is installed against a load-bearing wall.

If you want to visually increase the space in the living room, install the cabinet along short walls.

Even better, if its size is equal to the width of the room. At the same time, mirrored cabinet doors increase the space several times.

Functional wardrobe in the living room

Wall unit

The wall unit can easily be turned into the centerpiece of a cozy living room. In the spacious living room, the design with an asymmetric shape looks creative.

A low and narrow wall with small cabinets and long shelves looks good in a small room. The corner wall can be used in a non-standard room.

Wall unit in modern living room design.

Table

A table is placed in the living room for work and study. And during celebrations, guests can be placed behind it.

For a room of less than 20 m², a compact square table with dimensions of 850x850 mm is suitable. If necessary, it can be easily moved to the corner of the room.

Rectangular tables most often repeat the shape of the living room. This is one of the most successful solutions for a modern interior.

There will be more seats at the round table compared to the previous two options. In addition, during the conversation, all participants will see faces, and not each other's profile.

From materials for the table in the living room, give preference to wood, glass or plastic.

Rectangular table in the living room for receiving guests

TV zone

If you want to make the TV zone the center of the room, decorate it with contrasting shades. The TV set is installed among the wall geometric shapes or murals. It is permissible to use decorative plaster or cork panel.

In a small living room, I recommend light colors combined with a small neutral pattern. This will increase the space, and will not distract from watching your favorite movies.

TV area in the design of a modern living room

Small living room in a modern style

I will dwell on small living rooms in a modern style. Light and minimalist interiors are perfect for such rooms. Just do not use an abundance of decor and textiles - the simpler the better. Extra furniture, shelving that will remain empty - all this is superfluous.

The main part of a small room should be allocated for a zone with a sofa and local lighting. The priority is white, gray and beige. You should not save on lighting, the comfort in a small room directly depends on it. But it is better to refuse multilayer curtains and voluminous carpets on the entire floor.

Modern design of a small living room

Design of a small living room in a modern style

Design of a small living room in a modern style

Modern style kitchen-living room pay attention to the zoning of space and the functionality of each item. The recreation area should be spacious, but without bulky structures, and kitchen sets with pull-out units or built-in modules.

Modern design of kitchen-living room in the style of loft

Modern design of kitchen-living room in Loft style

Modern design of the living room 9000

Continuous cuisine living room in the Scandinavian style

cuisine style

Living room with a fireplace in a modern style - beautiful photos

In the interior of the living room, the hearth will rightfully play a leading role. The absence of unnecessary details will make the room simple and harmonious. Allocate stationary, open and closed, as well as embedded models of fireplaces. Due to its versatility, the hearth can be placed against a wall or on a stand.

Fireplaces in the living room in modern style

Kamin in a modern living room in the Scandinavian style

The living room in modern style

DISTOM in a modern style 9000

9000 9000 When combining a living room with a balcony, you can get the following benefits:

  • a significant increase in the area of ​​the room;
  • zoning room.

Of the minuses, one cannot fail to note the significant financial investments associated with the insulation of the balcony, as well as the difficulties in obtaining permission to change the layout of the housing.

The doorway between the living room and the balcony needs a nice decoration. Floor-length curtains or sliding-type designs will come to the rescue.

Modern style combined living room and balcony

Modern style combined living room and balcony

Contemporary living room and balcony combined

Living room combined with balcony in contemporary Scandinavian style

Conclusion

Contemporary living room design is very concise and very discreet. And most importantly, there are no strict rules in it, and therefore no significant financial costs . Remember, modern design favors simple shapes, soothing colors and freedom of movement.

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40 best photos, styles, colors, interior ideas in 2023

It would seem that the function of this room is already clear from the name of the living room - to receive guests. But in modern realities, the role of the living room has changed a lot - today this place is multifunctional: they meet friends here, gather for family gatherings, relax after a working day, read, do creative work or sports, play with children and, of course, work. The latter is becoming more and more popular – many large companies are transferring their employees to remote work. Often in small apartments it is not possible to allocate a separate room for each type of activity, so you have to think through the interior of the living room in such a way as to combine everything you need in it at once.

Living room design styles in 2023

There are many different living room design styles. Some of them do not lose their relevance for decades, others shoot under the influence of new trends, but then quickly fade away. You can and should listen to the advice of designers, but still, first of all, you need to rely on your own preferences and on the general style of the apartment.

The living room is the place where we spend the most time, so it should be comfortable and quiet here. It is also necessary to take into account the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room: a one-room apartment with a small kitchenette in Khrushchev and a modern apartment in a high-rise building with several bedrooms and a spacious loggia require completely different styles. But still, there are options that owners of any real estate can consider, the main thing is to choose the right details and place accents.

You can stylishly decorate a living room of any size, the main thing is to choose the right details and place accents. Photo: pixabay.com You can stylishly decorate a living room of any size, the main thing is to choose the right details and place accents. Photo: pixabay.com You can stylishly decorate a living room of any size, the main thing is to choose the right details and place accents. Photo: pixabay.com

Scandinavian style

The main advantage of the Scandinavian style is its versatility. In this style, you can arrange a small corner in the apartment, which serves as a living room, and a large country house.

The Scandinavian style is based on light, predominantly white tones and conciseness. Accents are placed not due to texture and finish, but with the help of interior details, furniture and bright color splashes - blue, blue, yellow or green. Wicker furniture will also fit in great here, and indeed all natural materials - wood, cork, stone, moss - will come in handy. Living plants can act as decor and slightly refresh the interior.

So that the interior does not look boring, you can use an abundance of contrasting decorative pillows. Photo: shutterstock.com

An important component of the Scandinavian style is the presence of a large amount of light. In the winter season, daylight hours are short, and floor-to-ceiling windows can not be made in any apartment, so it is important to correctly think over the artificial lighting system. And this style is also characterized by lightness and the presence of free space, so you should not clutter up the living room, use complex textures and heavy textiles.

Scandinavian style has long been loved for its functionality and ergonomics, conciseness and comfort. The main thing is that the interior in this style can be created even with a very modest budget.

Lightness and free space are inherent in the Scandinavian style, so you should not clutter up the living room. Photo: shutterstock.comScandinavian style is characterized by lightness and free space, so do not clutter up the living room. Photo: shutterstock.com

Minimalism

Every year there are more and more followers of conscious consumption in the world, or, as they often say now, zero waste. This trend could not but be reflected in the planning of interiors. Therefore, the style of minimalism is far from the last in popularity.

A feature of this style is the minimum amount of furniture and decor - as the name implies - and the maximum space. At the same time, all furniture should be functional. Ideally, if it is possible to make large windows to the floor.

The basic rule of minimalism: less furniture and decor and more space. Photo: shutterstock.comThe basic rule of minimalism: less furniture and decor and more space. Photo: shutterstock.com

This interior will look good even in a small living room. The lack of frills and the restraint of the situation will help to relax and escape from the hustle and bustle. In such a room even breathe easier!

One of the offshoots of minimalism is the Japanese style - ascetic, but very thoughtful - which is increasingly attracting the attention of designers.

Ecostyle

All the same followers of conscious consumption and adherents of an eco-friendly lifestyle choose ecostyle. As a Scandinavian, he loves natural materials and green plants, and as a minimalist, he advocates zero waste. At the same time, unlike minimalism, eco-style is rich in details - the philosophy of conscious consumption is much deeper here and lies in something completely different.

Ecostyle encourages not only to refuse unnecessary purchases, but also to carefully choose the things that you need to buy. Thus, for an eco-style living room, furniture and interior items made of environmentally friendly materials are more often chosen, the use and processing of which causes less harm to the environment. Often preference is given to furniture that has previously been in use.

For an eco-style living room, furniture and interior items made from environmentally friendly materials are more often chosen. Photo: shutterstock.com

Hi-tech

Adherents of everything new should pay attention to the hi-tech style. It is he who is characterized by modern and even futuristic interiors, equipped with the latest technological progress.

Such a living room will most often be decorated in black and white with metal details. Decor is not expected - the main thing here is the rationality of acquiring each item and technical equipment. The use of concrete, marble, mirror and glossy surfaces is welcome, which can visually enlarge the space and look great even in a small living room.

It is important to properly arrange the lighting in such a room - otherwise, monochrome can make the interior boring and even oppressive. It will not be superfluous to use chrome floor lamps, table lamps and lighting from the ceiling. But various trinkets and an abundance of textiles here will definitely be out of place.

A high-tech living room will most often be decorated in black and white with metal details. Photo: shutterstock.com

Eclectic

For those who can't decide on a choice, the versatility of eclecticism is perfect - a combination of elements of several styles at once. Thinking through such an interior, the main thing is not to overdo it, otherwise the apartment will turn into an oriental bazaar. Eclecticism is a whole system, so it is best to turn to the advice of designers.

Thinking through the interior of the living room in eclectic style, it is important not to overdo it, otherwise the apartment will turn into an oriental bazaar. Photo: pixabay.com Thinking through the interior of the living room in eclectic style, it is important not to overdo it, otherwise the apartment will turn into an oriental bazaar. Photo: pixabay.com

The undoubted advantage of this style is its uniqueness and a huge field for ideas and self-expression. It is hardly possible to repeat the same interior twice - too many variations are possible here. But such a living room will definitely fit a handmade watch from the European market, a wicker basket from a village or a totem from Africa.

Modern living room design

In today's world, the first and most important thing to focus on when creating a living room interior is its functionality. Soviet walls with sideboards, where the best porcelain was exhibited, are long gone. In their place came furniture that does not clutter up the room or does not attract attention at all. An excellent alternative would be modular furniture - if you wish, you can easily and budget upgrade the interior.

Soviet walls with sideboards, where the best porcelain was exhibited, are long gone. In their place came furniture that does not clutter up the room or does not attract attention at all. Photo: pexels.comSoviet walls with sideboards, where the best porcelain was exhibited, are long gone. In their place came furniture that does not clutter up the room or does not attract attention at all. Photo: pexels.com

As for the style, it is the influence of eclecticism that can be seen most often. Often this is done consciously to separate the living areas. But still there are general trends that are relevant for all styles.

Monochrome finish

As a rule, preference is given to plain walls, more often in light colors. Curls and patterns on the wallpaper are gradually losing ground. This is done so that the walls do not distract attention from bright accents and interior items.

If you want to divide the living room into zones using walls, using photo wallpaper or wallpaper with a large pattern to highlight a specific area will be a good option.

The most popular dark colors are deep blues, emeralds and greys.

Emerald green, gray and deep blue are popular for monochrome finishes. Photo: shutterstock.com

Eco-friendly materials

Regardless of the style chosen, more and more people are now trying to use natural materials in their interior design.

First of all, it is high quality and will last a long time. Secondly, it is quite neutral - it will not go out of fashion in the near future and will not get bored. Thirdly, such an interior looks much more expensive and more status.

Eco-friendly interior will last longer and will not lose its relevance over time. Photo: shutterstock.com An interior made of eco-friendly materials will last longer and will not lose its relevance over time. Photo: shutterstock.com

By the way, it is this trend that brings back the love for indoor plants - they bring us a little closer to nature, which is so lacking in the stone jungle of big cities.

Rejection of the mass market

More and more often in the interiors of the living room you can see some unusual things bought from designers or made by yourself. People who are tired of the same apartments and standard furniture are trying to add something special and original to the interior. This is a good trend that allows you to reconsider the issues of consumption and purchase of new furniture: the rule “new is well forgotten old” works here. Right now, restored furniture from the middle of the last century is again at the peak of popularity.

Refurbished furniture from the middle of the last century is now at the peak of popularity again. Photo: shutterstock.com

Smart home

We live in the age of high technology, so it makes sense that we strive to make our life easier with the help of gadgets. Today, there are various smart systems that will help make any living room automated and modern.

You can, for example, install a remote home control system and use your smartphone to control your air conditioner, humidifier or lighting system. The younger generation will appreciate a smart speaker, and a robot vacuum cleaner will become a good helper for housewives. Of course, you can do without all these things, but they will definitely make life more comfortable.

Visual noise reduction

Every day, city dwellers, especially megacities, are exposed to an endless stream of information. Often, people themselves do not notice how tired they are at least from the volumes of what they see and hear, which they pass through themselves. That is why it is important to reduce the visual noise in the apartment.

Speaking specifically, closed cabinets, secret doors, push-to-open systems will help with this. Even such seemingly trifles as the arrangement of books and figurines play an important role.

Classic living room design

Classic style creates an atmosphere of comfort better than others and seems to remind you of something painfully dear. This style helps to emphasize the status of the owners and their viability, because high-quality repairs require a lot of effort and big expenses.

You might think that the classics are boring and too pompous, but in reality everything is different. During its existence, the classical style has gone through various stages and has been influenced by the culture of bygone eras. Today, the classics are unique and multifaceted: these are floral prints, chocolate colors and Victorian-style leather furniture, this is the pomposity of the French style and the smooth lines of modernity, this is a complex but completely unique gothic style.

Classic style helps to emphasize the status of the owners and their wealth. Photo: shutterstock.com

Color palette

The most basic combination of classic style is the duet of white and gold. It is under this range that it is easiest to choose furniture and various decorative interior items. But this does not mean at all that other colors cannot be used. For example, for neoclassicism, black is a popular color. The combination of green - both emerald and olive - with brown will bring status to the interior. And the red color will add pomposity and elegance.

The aesthetic appeal of the living room will be added by fabric wallpapers, which are also very unpretentious in operation - any stain can be removed from them using ordinary dry cleaning.

The combination of green, for example olive, with brown will bring status to the interior. Photo: shutterstock.com

Natural materials

Classic style favors natural materials, valued for their quality and durability. If the tree is necessarily an array, if the stone is marble or onyx. Such materials look respectable and never lose their relevance. The only downside is, perhaps, the high price.

Rich decor

Decorating a living room in a classic style can be done in various ways, including the use of stucco, columns, crystal lamps - but these are all pretty standard decor items. Today, coffered ceilings are returning to fashion - ceilings consisting of beams and cells or recesses, those same caissons. They are purely decorative and may vary in shape.

Stained glass windows are another luxurious decor element. They can be used both on windows and decorate furniture, but, without any doubt, they will create a unique and inimitable look of the living room.

Stained-glass windows will create a unique and inimitable look of the living room. Photo: shutterstock.com

Modern classics

Designers always turn to the classic style for living room decoration. But still, new trends creep in here. Fashionable designer furniture and paintings by contemporary artists will dilute the classic interior and emphasize the progressiveness of the owners of the house. Adherents of the avant-garde can play with bright colors - this technique will give the classics a second wind.

Fashionable furniture and paintings by contemporary artists will dilute the classic interior and emphasize the progressiveness of the owners of the house. Photo: pixabay.com

Living room design 20 sq. m

In small-sized modern apartments, having a living room with an area of ​​twenty "squares" is considered a great success. In such a space, you can give free rein to your imagination. A living room in a classic style will look advantageous, because it is for its implementation that you need as much space as possible. But other styles will fit in well here - it all depends on the preferences of the apartment owners.

Recently, it is difficult to find housing where only one style is used - most often, preference is given to pleasant and unobtrusive eclecticism. But there is a general trend - any space tends to be destroyed.

As for the color scheme, it all depends on tastes. Designers invariably prefer white, because any furniture and accessories will look advantageous against such a background. And if you add bright details, you can easily and without loss for the budget to refresh the interior. A more daring and non-standard solution would be to create a living room in deep colors.

Among the flooring favorites are still parquet and its cheaper counterpart - laminate. This material is easy to clean and durable.

If the living room involves zoning, then on an area of ​​twenty square meters it will be quite easy to do. You can use color zoning, texture or partitions. Lighting should also be thought out in advance - for each zone it should be its own and with separate control.

As a decor for a living room of 20 sq.m. large paintings, floor vases, mini-greenhouses are suitable. Photo: shutterstock.com, pixabay.com As a decoration for a living room of 20 sq.m. large paintings, floor vases, mini-greenhouses are suitable. Photo: shutterstock.com, pixabay.com

When choosing furniture, you need to rely, first of all, on the functionality that the living room performs. Large paintings, floor vases, mini-greenhouses are suitable as decor. A large area allows you to put an electric fireplace or an imitation fireplace with candles. An unusual solution would be to use a hammock - it will act not only as a decor, but it can also completely replace a chair.

Living room design 18 sq. m

The living room of eighteen "squares" is slightly smaller, but here you can create a cozy corner. When designing it, it is better to agree with the designers and focus on light colors - this will create a feeling of space and lightness. Such a living room can be successfully zoned or combined with other rooms - a kitchen, a loggia and even a bedroom.

Rattan and bamboo items, minimalist wooden furniture are in trend now. Photo: shutterstock.com

You can choose any style - Scandi, classics, and high-tech will look equally good here. You need to think over the lighting in advance - this will visually expand the space even more. Garlands or candles can be used as additional sources of light and to create coziness. Large mirrors will look good in such a living room - they also visually increase the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room.

One of the latest trends is the smart use of window space. You can frame it with cabinets and make a chest-sofa - this will not only allow you to create a functional storage system, but also eliminate the need to buy a separate sofa, and also save space.

When decorating a living room of 18 "squares", it is better to stay in light colors. Photo: pixabay.com

Here are examples of how the living area has been successfully placed in small apartments.

The living area is combined with the bedroom. Photo: Alexey Fargotov The living room area is combined with the bedroom. Photo: Alexey Fargotov The living room area is combined with the bedroom. Photo: Alexey Fargotov The living room area is combined with the bedroom. Photo: Alexey Fargotov The living room area is combined with the bedroom. Photo: Alexey Fargotov

Lyubov Trofimova, head of the interior design department at Larsson:

Storage systems with plain facades, the same color as the walls and without handles are gaining popularity. They are easily integrated into the interior and do not create a feeling of bulkiness. To visually raise the ceiling and add an interesting accent, a narrow showcase with vertical lighting can be built into such a storage system. TV furniture is also becoming more concise - preference is given to a long narrow hanging shelf.

In such a living room, you can buy an armchair in bright colors or dilute the furniture with textiles with catchy decor. Photo: shutterstock.com

The main characters in the living room are still a sofa and a TV or a projector - a great alternative for true connoisseurs of cinema. At the same time, a sofa and armchairs from the same collection are an anti-trend. It is better to buy an armchair in bright colors or dilute the furniture with textiles with catchy decor.

The more functional areas in the living room, the more ergonomic. Photo: pixabay.com The more functional areas in the living room, the more ergonomic. Photo: pixabay.com The more functional areas in the living room, the more ergonomic. Photo: pixabay.com The more functional areas in the living room, the more ergonomic. Photo: pixabay.com The more functional areas in the living room, the more ergonomic. Photo: pixabay.com

Popular questions and answers

How to properly zone a space?

Alla Zorina, designer of the Tvoy Dom online store:

In 2023, it is worth paying more attention to the functionality of the living room. In addition to a recreation area or dining room, you need to provide a comfortable place to work. The more functional areas - the more ergonomic.

You can safely be inspired by eco-style, make all kinds of decorative partitions in the form of wooden slats, glass, water curtains. This is an excellent solution for proper zoning of space and combining a living room with a kitchen or bedroom.

Where to equip a living room if there is no extra room?

Mikhail Sakov, general director of the finishing company "Remell":

Often apartments or life situation do not allow not only to combine the area of ​​the rooms, but even to allocate a separate room for the needs of the living room. Then the designers are trying to equip the living area in one of the available rooms. This is most relevant when there are more future tenants of the apartment than rooms.

What to do and what to do if there is no place for a full-fledged living area? Look for some small space where it can be combined with something else.

What are the current trends?

Sergey Miroshnikov:

Today we can observe a steady trend towards neutral interiors. You can track it by the main element of the living room - the sofa. More and more often, sofas without any decorative elements appear in design projects.
The second trend is a shift in emphasis from wall decoration to furniture. People are spending more time at home. Colorful interiors are oppressive, and artsy furniture, despite its attractive appearance, is not always comfortable. Because now the interiors are becoming softer, more comfortable, restrained. Less and less used printed wallpaper, decorative plaster. The walls become the background, and the style and personality of the interiors are created with the help of furniture and decor.

Alla Zorina:

Items made of rattan and bamboo, accent mirrors in the art deco style, minimalist furniture with thin legs, again made of wood, steel in black and gold colors, various three-panel panels have become a real trend. I note that minimalism is the main trend in interior design today. This, of course, is the influence of the policy of conscious consumption - a kind of call to get rid of unnecessary accessories and things in the house.

How to add details to the interior of the living room?

Sergey Miroshnikov:

To make the living room look expensive, but at the same time noble and not flashy, light warm shades should be used in the decoration, and deep, saturated colors in the furniture, on the contrary. So that the interior does not look boring, you can use an abundance of contrasting decorative pillows. They will give liveliness and comfort. If we look at the publications of the best interior magazines, we will see exactly neutral walls and accent furniture. If you want brightness on the walls, then the best option would not be colorful wallpapers, but art objects - paintings by contemporary artists or even a child's drawing framed in a frame.

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