Your living room tends to be a multi-purpose room in that it’s meant to be a relaxing spot you can retreat to and it also tends to be the place where you entertain guests. For that reason, it’s nice to have a room that is not only comfortable but also stylish. If your living room is currently lacking in personality, why not bring in touches of elegance that will transform the space? Here we’ll take a look at a few ways you can achieve this, thereby elevating the feel of the living room.
Add Decorative or Crown Moulding and Trim
If it’s elegance you’re going for in the living room, nothing beats decorative or crown moulding and trim. You can go for something understated and simple or go all out with the crown moulding and moulding tops to the ceiling and ceiling corners. What’s great about this design tip is that it also gives the home character, as moulding is something that is traditionally found in older homes.
This is a job you can do yourself, but it’s very detailed and time-consuming, plus you’ll need the proper tools and equipment. With that in mind, it can be smart to hire a professional to get it done.
Fireplaces Ooze Elegance and Comfort
Another tip is to play up the fireplace you already have in the room or consider installing an electric fireplace if gas or solid fuel isn’t an option. For those with an existing fireplace, make sure it acts as the focal point in the room, which means creating a clear line of sight.
This is also a great time to change the look of your fireplace with a new hearth or mantel. Visit a shop such as stonewoods.co.uk to get an idea of how you can transform your current fireplace and make it look more elegant. You’ll find a wide array of wood, cast iron, antique, tiled, marble and more.
Update Your Window Coverings
Window coverings are important in that they help provide privacy to the home, but they also act as a decor feature. If you’re not currently playing them up and working them into the overall decor, then it’s time for an update. If you’re going for something elegant, think long sleek lines for curtains, oversized wooden blinds or sheers. You want to stay clear of any heavy drapery that will age the room in all the wrong ways.
Don’t forget to finish up the window covering with hardware (the curtain rod and ties) that is equally as elegant and stylish.
It’s Time for an Elegant Colour Palette
The final tip is to choose a new and elegant colour palette which begins with painting the walls. There are no rules in terms of what colours you can and can’t choose, but some tend to feel more elegant than others.
A few colours that could help you create a sense of elegance in the living room include:
- Grey
- Purple-grey
- White
- Pearl
- Blue-grey
- Sage green
- Sunny yellow
Using these tips will help you give the living room the update it needs so it feels beautiful and elegant.
