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The 5 Missing Pieces to Your Ideal Living Room

A few ideas to spruce up any living room.

By Regina ThomasPublished 3 years ago 4 min read
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Many people spend most of their time in the living room. That is why the room needs to be comfortable and functional. Sofa, coffee table, lighting, and entertainment devices are some of the basic or essential pieces every living room should have. But you have to add extra accessories if you want your perfect living room. Decorations will help make the space unique and tasteful. The living room is the destination for relaxation and much-needed rest, so making it cozy makes sense. The devil is always in the details; everything has to come together ideally. So how do you achieve your ideal living room? Check out this list of the missing pieces you should consider buying.

Rugs

For a touch of personality, you should consider getting a rug for the living room floor. Having abstract area rugs might be all you need to pull the living room together. Feeling the soft texture of the rug under your feet will also be nice after a long day. However, they offer much more than comfort; they will make the space more inviting and warm.

How you choose the rug depends on how big or small your living space is. Consider getting a large area rug if you have a small space. Larger rugs will give the illusion of a more spacious area. For a large living room, you can have matching rugs of different sizes all over the space. You also have to think about the layout and design of your area when you go rug shopping. The piece you buy should complement the already existing design.

Accent Pillows

Accent pillows bring comfort, warmth, and style into a living room. Adding cushions to the couch will make the whole space cozier, not to mention how it will help people with lower back issues. You have to strive to make the living room accommodating to everyone, especially if you have a large family. The accent pillows will also make a dull chair more vibrant.

You will be surprised at how much character and style can be added in the living room with simple well-selected pillows. Depending on the size of your sofa and other furniture, you can play around with different pillow sizes. The color you pick should highlight colors in your palette.

Wall Art

Decorations usually are forgotten once you get furniture. But furniture is no all it takes to make an ideal living room. Decorative pieces will highlight everything, including the beauty of your furniture. If you want to make your living room come alive, start shopping for wall art. There are so many styles of art you can choose from. Apart from complementing the room design, the wall art should be something you are fond of.

If you have an artistic side, you can make your own wall piece and mount it. When buying or making the art, you must measure the wall space to ensure it fits perfectly. If you want to make a bold statement, cover the free wall space with a big art piece.

A Storage Piece

If the living room is where you spend most of your time, then a storage piece is necessary. You need a lot of spots to store and showcase different items. You have to showcase items representing what you love and who you are to make the living room extraordinary. Storage pieces can also act as decorative pieces, so you must be careful with your select pieces.

Room dividers and bookcases are a chance to put your interests and life on display. It can be anything from travel knickknacks to family photos and plants. They will help the living space feel more personal. Aside from displaying different items, the pieces will help you store things you don't use regularly.

Curtains

You shouldn’t leave the living room windows naked. Drapes or curtains are the secret ingredients to making a space look more put together. Consider adding curtains to your living room for function and decoration. The curtains will help you control the amount of light that enters the room as well. You should get an eye-catching design with a bold color.

It will be added advantage if you can find matching pillows or cushions. They make a dramatic difference in the room. You will achieve sophistication with very minimal effort. If your living room is too bright at times, you can select blackout curtains to control the light. Sheer fabric works best when the room gets little light.

Conclusion

These five pieces are the missing pieces to complete the puzzle that is your living room. The sky is the limit when it comes to accessorizing the living space. They add color, character, style, and personality to an empty room.

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