The living is where the family congregates and spending time together; it also is where most guests site thus the room is the first thing that helps to create a lasting impression. The living room can also be dedicated as the place for family entertainment and relaxation. As such, it is easy to appreciate where the room may need a bit more TLC (tender, loving, care) probably more than what can be said for other areas in the house. That coffee table, sofa, a stylish spot for the TV and bookstand or bookshelves are some of the standard elements that constitute an elegant living room, but other extras do also exist that can transform the space leverage every other aspect of the rooms, dimensions, size, and décor.
Below are some of the embellishments that will give the living room and stylish edge. Are they that necessary? Maybe not, but they are still functional addition that will take the space to the next level in as far as the styling department is concerned.
1.A Faux Fur Throw Or Hide
Any interior designer guru knows and appreciates the impacts that additional texture can have when trying to create a beautiful room. Faux fur throws or hides spread as an upholstery adds that feeling of tenderness and softness against the hard edges of the walls, floor, and furniture. Layering the hide over the back of the sofa creates a welcoming illusion. You can as well have the faux fur throw in a basket next to the chairs and sofa for a quick assess as you kick back on the couch to enjoy your favorite flick.
2.A tray
Trays primary function would be to corral small items and accessories, but these are also useful extras worth having your home and not just in the kitchen. You can place the trays on your coffee table and place candles, a vase of flowers, travel memoirs, or book with the make of making the table look purposeful as opposed to being empty. Mix up the items playing around with their size, thickness, height, color, and textures so that you have a creative and exciting display on your tray.
3.Candlelight
The days are now shorter than before, and the need for lights is inevitable to avoid the blanket of darkness. But you can opt not to rely on the electric light and switch to the old ways of the candlelight. Candles can be used to create different moods as the sun goes to bed. They can be used to add a bit of ambience and color and even scent that will make you feel relaxing after a long and busy day. The market is awash with candles of different styles, colors, and scents; the same goes for the candleholders. Therefore, feel free to do some mix and match with options that include votives, tealights and candelabras to have something that looks enchanting when lit or not.
4.Statement Art
Ever elegantly designed room should have walls that exude some sense of love and personality, which can be achieved using large pieces of art that make bold statements. While you may desire to work with accent colors on the wall, make sure you identify a color scheme that you will work with and make sure what you settle on is your first love. If your pockets do not run deep enough for such touches, then settle for something a bit bohemian such as handing a large cotton throw on the walls. A wall fireplace can be a love addition too and be a really great centre piece according to Loren of Wall Fireplace Pros.
5.Great lighting
Big overhead lights with a blazing light make a person feel as though they are in an interrogation room. Such a setting makes it hard for a person just to sit and relax. Thus, the ideal lighting would be having this function controlled by a dimmer. You can as well place small table lamps or floor lamps at specific points in the room to create small pools of light. IKEA wall lamps can also be an excellent option. The floor lamps will be a fantastic addition if you love reading in when seated on the sofa with a suitable light overhead. Also, installing library lights over the bookshelves can give them a sophisticated touch.
6.Books
Placing a few classic and captivating literature on the coffee table will help make the table look complete. The book can be fantastic read ranging from business and fashion to nature, but it is the beauty they will showcase that matters. You will have something for the guests to flick through when they are seated at the coffee table as you brew them a hot cup.
7.Plants
It is almost impossible not to come across some plan life appearing in most interior design magazines, books, and websites. House plants are a trendy thing highly used in the design and their enchanting hold on what it takes to have what can be viewed as a ‘holistic interior design’ is not like to abate any time soon. From leafy greens to colors bloomers, the organic touch present by flowers in the living room will not only help to create a salient botanical backdrop to any style but will also help to purify the air. You can have the plants hanging from the ceiling on your coffee table. Just remember to keep them looking healthy cay watering them and showing them a bit more care.