The living room is the room in the home in which you live–quite obvious when you break down the word. So your tastes, favourite tones, prints, textures, or whatever inspires you should be present in this sociable space. If you think your living room is lacking that certain je ne sais quois, then we have just the thing for you!
This list goes through a number of ways you can add personal touches to create an area filled with personality. With a little time and some careful planning, any one of these suggestions can transform your living room from bland and uninteresting to a space that reflects your unique character.
Things like doorknobs, hinges, or even drawers can be changed to add new vintage character to your living room. Second-hand stores are great places to find these little gems.
Getting a new rug is an easy and fast way to add texture, patterns, and colours to match your decor style.
It’s important to add variety to your space to give it unique character. You can do this by mixing different accents like pillows, or even with accessories. But don’t get carried away with it–if your accessories and accents differ too much from each other, your living room will end up looking like an old antique shop with no rhyme or reason to it.
Subtle accents are great, but if you really want to stand out, pick some eye-catching furnishings. In addition to giving your space unique character, they can also be conversation starters.
Walls are great places to add either permanent or temporary decoration. Add framed photos, ornate mirrors, or large tapestries for extra oomph.
Want to make your living room feel like a tropical getaway? Or a forest retreat? You can with wallpaper! It’s easy to install or remove at your leisure and you can get it in any style imaginable, not just nature-themed. Try geometric designs for a modern look, or this classic old-timey map for a vintage look.
Lighting isn't only there for function alone. It can be a great way to add some of your own personal charm to your room. These lights, for example, suggest that this homeowner is a fan of the stars as the ceiling lights replicate the twinkling night sky. But something as simple as a decorative lampshade can also do the trick.
Everyone knows how artwork can amplify and add interest to any room, so this is one of the best ways to show your individual style. Choosing artwork from your favourite artist or art that showcases your favourite theme (like maybe flowers) will tell your guests more about you than that interesting centre piece on the coffee table.
Perhaps all your living room needs is a fresh coat of paint. It seems simple, but a change in room colour (or a refreshing new version of that colour) can breathe new life into your space.
Moldings add in-depth and intricate character to your living room. Moldings can go on the ceiling or at the base of the wall and come in various decorative motifs.
If you liked this list, then maybe you need some ideas for your bedroom, as well.