Whether you are building a new custom home in Flower Mound or currently live in your home, the living room is one that you want to be comfortable and inviting. It’s the room where you spend time with family and friends watching sports or movies, talking about the day, or just relaxing. How can you make your living room one that’s welcoming and more appealing? We have a few tips below.
Create a focal point. Whether it’s the fireplace mantle, rustic wood ceiling beams, or the sitting area, a focal point should be the first thing people notice when entering the room. It’s where their eyes gravitate to, and you can have more than one. It can be something as simple as decorating around a large window.
Arrange furnishings for conversation and intimacy. Many homeowners place sofas and loveseats up against the walls, which creates distance and makes conversation difficult. Arrange furniture so that it encourages guests to sit and enjoy conversation in a way that feels more comfortable and connected. If your living room is really spacious you can create several smaller spaces or “nooks” designed for visiting, reading, watching television, etc.
Go lightly with color. When area rugs, curtains, walls, throw pillows and furnishings compete with lots of color it can make the room feel hectic. Color should be used in smaller doses to enhance your living space, not overwhelm it.
Incorporate nature into your living room. Plants, natural fibers, bamboo, wood, and even pine cones add a warm, inviting appeal of the outdoors. The texture and scent of natural elements draws visitors in and makes them feel more relaxed.
Your home is where life happens, where memories are created. If you are interested in a new home, contact our Flower Mound custom home builders today!
