Living Room Decoration: Tips for Designing the Perfect Small Living Room

Small apartment, small house, small room, living room, and dining room in the same room… they all come in small packages.

Fortunately, there are several tips to make your small living room appear bigger.

A well-decorated small living room can be very cozy. Here are our top tips for designing the perfect small living room in Ottawa, Ontario.

Choose the Right Furniture for Your Small Living Room

Prefer a sofa that is preferably low, but especially small so as not to clutter up space.
Given the small dimensions of your room, a sofa that is too bulky may make your living room appear even less spacious and obstruct traffic.

Choosing your coffee table is also important in a small space.
Opt for a table a little lower and preferably not too massive.
Glass tables are also an excellent choice since they let in the light and are more discreet.

In a small living room, it is important not to overload the room with too much furniture or furniture of too large dimensions.

Arrange the Furniture Optimally

To arrange living room furniture optimally, the basic rule is to clear the space.
Even if you have a small living room to decorate, you should avoid sticking large pieces of furniture, such as the sofa, on the walls if possible.
The goal is to create a central space by placing your armchair, sofa, or loveseat instead in the center of the room so as to form a square.

Decorating the Living Room Walls

It is possible to decorate the walls and even make your room appear larger without overwhelming it.
Adding a large round mirror will give the illusion of spaciousness to your room.
Adding a wall with frames up to the ceiling can also make your ceiling appear higher and your room larger.
Finally, you can just add wallpaper to the wall to create an effect of depth.

Declutter the Space

In a small living room or any other room, it is essential to declutter the space to make the area appear larger.
In addition to the TV cabinet, and especially if it does not offer enough storage, consider integrating a small bookcase or any other furniture that can store your books and various accessories.
Remember, the tidier your living room, the more space you will have.

Diversify Lighting Areas

Lighting is an important aspect. Depending on your room and its purpose, the types of lighting may differ.
In addition to the light or the ceiling, the table and floor lamps allow you to create distinct areas in your small living room.
This will help you in creating more intimate areas in your room, no matter how small.

Let In the Light

It is well known, for both small and large rooms, the brightness and pale colors help to make space appear more spacious.
Remember to clear the window (s) in your room to let in the daylight.
Consider on very light window coverings, curtains, for example, or no covering if possible.

Choose Light Colors for the Walls

As mentioned above, light shades are brighter and help make space appear larger. Go for shades of white or other pale colors.
You can incorporate colorful punches into your accessories or furniture.

Need Help with That?

If you need help with repainting your home interior to make it appear larger, our professional team at Millers Painting would love to help.

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