Do you spend hours on Pinterest ogling at living rooms decked to perfection? Do you contemplate the time and effort the homeowners put into them? And the colossal cost behind them?
Ahem, if you’re guilty as charged (and really, who isn’t?), it’s about time we let you in on a secret. Those Pinterest-worthy pictures you see? They’re real. And replicable. With a little effort, you can channel some Pinterest-inspired magic into your own living room. And it doesn’t have to cost you the earth.
Here are some ideas.
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Gorgeous greenery
Greenery can fill up empty corners and lend softness and sensuality to your living room. In India, there are plenty of indoor plants you can choose from. Areca palms, English ivy, aloe vera, Indian basil and spider plants are just some options from a whole spectrum of greens. Not only do plants lend aesthetic value to your home, but they also help purify the air and give your home interiors a piece of the outdoors.
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Chic rug
A rug can be like a warm hug for your living room, forming a soft veil over the floor. Pick a rug that justifies the dimensions of your space, extending up to, or even beyond, your furniture. An oversized rug can help zone your living room and centre your elements into a singular aesthetic.
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Photos and tchotchkes
Design and decor apart, your living room ought to be a reflection of you and your family. Personal tokens and trinkets, family photos and memorabilia from years gone by, can be a wonderful way to personalise your living space, and make it more homely and inviting.
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Centre table
A centre table isn’t just reserved for coffee. It can complete a room, binding various other elements together and lending heart to a spartan space. A table can also create defined passages of negative space, giving definition to your room.
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Statement curtains
A cool breeze. Warm, flowing sunshine. Fluttering curtains. All the ingredients you need for a sunny, happy living room. And while you can’t control the first two ingredients, you can certainly take charge of the third one. Characterful curtains can add style and sophistication to your living room, in addition to colour, texture and pattern. Pick a design that holds its own and elevates the aesthetic of your living space.
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Accent pillows
Looking to add comfort and charisma to your living room? Bank on accent pillows to get you there. Go for decorative pillows in various shapes and sizes – from bolsters and boudoirs to Euro shams and round pillows – and pick sumptuous fabrics and spiffy patterns to conjure a luxe appeal.
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Sofa Throws
Give your living room a new lease of life with a snug sofa throw draped casually over an arm, or over the back. A throw can cure the hardness of your space, delivering a flow and texture that warms the heart. Throws envelop a host of decor schemes, so whether you’re going for modern or traditional, shabby-chic or retro, you can’t go wrong by putting your money in one.
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Candles
Nothing says romance better than luminescent candlelight. Candles can serve as ornamental accents on your coffee table, sideboards or cabinets. Invest in eye-catching candle holders to host your little beauties and experiment with charming vignettes to give your candles pride of place in your decor scheme.
If you’re inspired by these ideas, inject them into your living room to create an aesthetic you’ve only ever thought possible on the other side of your screen. After all, it only takes 8 winning elements to take your living room from plain to Pinterest-worthy!
