Is your living room decor in desperate need of a refresh?
Here, Carli ofMade By Carliupdated an old-school ceiling medallion with a contemporary ceiling fan.
Pairing two opposites ends up being a match made in heaven.
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Embrace Color
Don’t be afraid tointroduce dramatic bursts of color.
Take a cue fromBells+Whistlesdesign and pair statement furniture pieces with clean lines and white walls for balance.
Play with Pattern
Feeling nervous about introducing a pattern?
Bells + Whistles / Photo by Madeline Tolle
Alexis Garrett ofAlexis Garrett Designmakes it look easy in her own living room.
Take a Seat!
Get clever about how you add ample seating to a living room, especially if you love to entertain.
Bells + Whistles / Photo by Madeline Tolle
Up the Contrast
A neutral living room gets a bit of contrast from black window frames.
Miller Interiorsare masters at making clean lines and tone-on-tone texture feel relaxing and calming, yet still fresh.
One unexpected element can elevate a simple living room design.
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Use a photo ledge instead.
It makes it easy to swap new things in and out, too.
Hang a Statement Light
A dining room isn’t the only place for a wow-worthy lighting fixture.
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Try a New Sofa Shape
Not into a traditional L-shaped sectional?
Try a different shape, like this subtle curved version thatK Interiorsused here.
Fresh Accent Wall
Want a low-budget, high-impact living room decor idea?
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Add an accent wall, as Dabito didherein this colorful living room.
did here in thisminty living room.
Because we had a plan, the scale and proportion of the furniture are harmonious in the space.
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This configuration also maximizes seating and creates multiple intimate conversation areas."
See more tips in 3 Stylish and Simple Ways to Dress Up Your Walls.
Incorporate Personal Heirlooms
Everything is personal in the San Francisco showhouse by Decorist elite designer Simone Howell.
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For a traditional style, opt for an even number of symmetrically-arranged pillows.
For a more casual aesthetic, choose an odd number.
Looking for a low-commitment option?
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Brush on a Bold Color
Go all-in on a specific color scheme, likeblogger Oh Joy!
did here in this green living room.
Balance out the green by incorporating two shades, as she did with the sofa and wall color.
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“Using a curved sofa with a curved console behind it helps to separate the living and dining areas.
If you have an open-plan living room, consider incorporating some curved pieces of furniture.
Make Seasonal Swaps
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Want your interior design to feel fresh all year long?
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An easy way to achieve that is by making small decor swaps with the change of the seasons.
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