Christina Loucks

Maximizing a small apartment living room means focusing on the essentials.

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Vary textures to add contrast, like this fluffy rug over a flat pile carpet.

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Mix small sofas or love seats with armchairs and additional stools and poufs.

Forbes + Masters added color and pattern to this cozy space that complements the painted white wood trim walls.

Vary textures to make an all-white space feel inviting.

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Install a Modern Fireplace

Brexton Cole Interiors

Upgrade a small apartment living room witha modern linear fireplace.

An unexpected color like mustard will bring sunny warmth to an otherwise neutral space.

Studio Peake paired neutral pinch pleat curtains with bright yellow walls in this cozy London living room.

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Source affordable secondhand finds at thrift shops or online.

Choose Wall-Mounted Storage

Keeping floors clear will enhance the feeling of spaciousness in a small living room.

They will filter light and provide privacy while blending into the background to allow other design elements to shine.

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Hang a Space-Saving Sconce

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Hang space-saving sconcesto light a small living room.

Blend textiles, patterns, shapes, and styles for a vibrant feel.

Refine Your TV Wall

Builda sleek TV wallthat won’t dominate your small apartment living room.

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Focus on One Large Piece

Bespoke Only

Anchor a smallapartment living roomwith a large sofa.

Keep the rest of the space as minimal as possible for an uncluttered look.

Hang Modern Curtains

Make a decor statement withliving room curtainsin a bold or colorful pattern.

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Decorate With Plants

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Decorate yourliving room with plants.

Place them on open shelving, coffee tables, or hang them from the ceiling to save space.

This will give your space a relaxed 70s vibe and will detract from the reduced ceiling height.

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One large striking canvas will create the impression of a more spacious room than a bunch of small pieces.

Reconsider Black Trim

Becca Interiors

Black trim and accents will give a small space a graphic quality.

Skip the frame to give a more formal living room a casual feel.

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Opting for the largest sofa that works within your space can actually make your room seem bigger.

Use bookshelves to create faux built-ins or install real built-ins.

Choose an Armless Sofa

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Choosean armless sofafor a tight corner.

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Alvin Wayne Interiors

The streamlined silhouette will give a small living room an uninterrupted flow.

Repeat Textures Throughout

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An intentionally small space will feel sophisticated and styled.

Balance Hard and Soft

Arbor and Co

Balance wood and metal furniture with soft, cozy textures.

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Try petite accent chairs or ottomans that can double as storage or seating.

Choose multifunctional pieces like a coffee table with hidden storage.

Select right-sized furniture that fits the proportions of your room.

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Adapt seating to the layout of your space and your lifestyle.

Mount a flat screen on the wall in a small apartment to save space.

Position the couch opposite, taking care to hang the TV at a comfortable viewing height when seated.

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