4 Simple Rules for Decorating Any Type of Living Room
Whether your living room is big or small, keep these tips in mind.
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Credit: Francesco Lagnese
1 Pick Elements That Speak to One Another
The best way to give a room good flow is to choose pieces that coordinate in some way without being matchy-matchy, says Shea McGee of Studio McGee in Salt Lake City. “If you have a wood coffee table, add a wooden tray on the console, or choose a sofa pillow with one color that’s similar to a shade in the rug.”
2 Vary the Shapes
If you have mostly squarish pieces in a room, it can feel one-note, says Amber Lewis of Amber Interiors in Los Angeles. Sprinkle in some softer or rounded accents— an end table, a lamp, an ottoman, a glazed ceramic objet—to offset the other elements.