Stop thinking that small living space is a disadvantage. It may be turned into an oasis spreading comfort, functionality and coziness if you style it right and maximize the space.
Choose the right furniture, go for functional storage pieces, buy multifunctional pieces like ottomans and coffee tables with storage space, and think vertically. These are a few of the designers’ advice regarding small living rooms in apartments.
For more ideas, scroll down the ideas below and utilize every inch of your small apartment living room.
1. Go For A Modern Fireplace
The small living room allows you to give it a cozy look. Upgrade the small space with a modern fireplace that can be useful or only decorative.
This fire feature is also a way to give the space character and add seasonal decorations.
2. Number Of Cubes For Storage
Define one of the walls as a storage wall.
To give the practical unit a decorative touch, go for cubes and a long one-level structure that can also be used as a reading spot.
3. Partition To Zone Areas
Designers recommend adding partitions for zoning activity areas in small living rooms. Thick and solid partitions are not a good choice because of the size of the space.
You should rather go for transparent ones such as glass partitions or shelf units with open cubes.
4. Corner Shelf Unit
If you live in a small apartment you would aim to utilize every spare inch.
One of the corners of the living room can be easily transformed into a storage area by installing a corner shelf unit. You can store books, pictures or other decor pieces on it.
5. Good Furnishing
Functional and good-looking seating furniture is a must in the small apartment living room.
A mix of seating pieces is a great idea as some of the items can be repurposed or turned into extra seating space. Ottomans, stools, coffee tables with hidden storage are functional and interesting living room furniture.
6. Large Sofa
Despite the size of the living room, it should be comfortable and cozy. Don’t make a compromise with the type and size of the sofa.
Choose it to fit the space and its shape. Don’t underestimate its color, as it can be a way to give the small space a character.
7. Multifunctional Ottoman
Small furniture pieces like ottomans are great to add extra seating places without taking too much of the floor space.
You can also look for such that have storage space under the seat to declutter the living room. They are the perfect size to store blankets or cushions.
8. Elegant Bench For Extra Seating Space
Benches are another functional living room furniture that is of a compact size. Some of the models offered at the stores provide storage space where you can put large items.
Match the bench with the existing sofa for a continuous and appealing look.
9. Multifunctional Partition
The white wooden partition in this small apartment living room is made of cubes that provide extra functionality as decoration displays.
This partition is important for the overall living room look as i separates the living area with the sleeping zone.
10. Shelves For Decorations
Floating shelves, shelves with corbles, metal stands are only a few of the vertical wall storage options.
If you want to display your meaningful family pictures, tropheys or other important decor pieces, do it on compact but functional wall shelves.
11. Two Console Tables
If you are lucky to have a fireplace in the living room, utilize the space on both sides of it with built-in shelves or console tables.
The symmetry of this feature enhances the elegant look of the room. The console tables are the best place to display seasonal decor or unique pieces.
12. An Ottoman Instead Of Table
Another hack for a small apartment living room decor is featured in this idea. Instead of a coffee table, there is an ottoman.
The repurposing of the pieces instantly creates interest. Once there are more people gathered together, the ottoman can be used in its initial function.
13. Choose Muted Tones
The color palette of the small living room is of high importance when it comes to creating a visual illusion of a larger space or maintaining its airiness.
Go for clean lines, natural materials, and light, muted tones. White, light grey, cream, sandy, pale pink, or blue are perfect for this space of the apartment.
14. Decorate With Plants
It doesn’t matter how big is the living room when it comes to decorating it with plants. One, two, or three plants always create a whimsy atmosphere in the living space.
In this small appartment living room, the furniture is a mix of elegant and boho pieces and the two symmetrical fiddle leaf figs draw the eye up to the tall ceiling and thus creating a feel for airiness.
15. Gallery Wall
To add a personal touch to the small space, think big and bold. One or two gallery walls will add texture, color, and character.
The interest can be created by the frames or by the pieces held by the frames. You can also mix and match styles of the wall hangings.
16. Odd Corners Are So Unique
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Take advantage of the odd architectural shapes of the living room by turning them into the focal point of the space.
This living room inspiration features an inclined wall with a bord that has become a unique display for decor items that enhance the overall style of the space.
17. Integrate Vintage Furniture
Vintage and rustic styles are so cozy and welcoming. Incorporating them in the small living room of your apartment will satisfy you eventually.
A sofa, an armchair, an antique table, old-fashioned rugs are only a few ways to add the vintage style.
18. Focus On The Sofa
Instead of furniting the small livinng room with seactional seating pieces, go for one large sofa. It is sleek, big, and comfortable.
Its color provides harmon,y and its size anchors it in the space.
19. Choose The Right Rug
Anchor the seating furniture in the small living room with an area rug.
Depending on the color palette and the style, the rug can be a floating piece or a bold feature.
20. Add Natural Elements
Natural colors, textures, and decor pieces are the easiest way to keep the small living room inviting and create a visual illusion of a larger space.
Wooden floor with a jute rug sets the natural basis. A wooden coffee table complements the sofa. Adding living plants and art pieces with floral elements enhance the natural vibe in the space.
21. Enhance The Light Amount
Light is an important factor in the small living room. In addition to the natural source of light, plan well the light fixtures that can maintain the airiness in the darker part of the day.
Sconces, large chandelier, free-standing reading lamps in the corners are perfect for designing the character of the space and illuminating it.
22. Blend The Utilities
The TV is an important utility of the living room. In a small living room, it may be difficult to style its place. We recommend that you place it on a small buffet, on built-in wall cabinets, or directly on the wall.
To blend it with the overall decor, you can surround it with paintings or pictures ,as shown in this inspiring living room idea.
23. Built-in Shelves
Built in shelves don’t take up any of the floor space and allows you to declutter the small living room in the apartment.
In this inspo, the shelf units are on both sides of a fireplace creating symmetry and enhancing the elegance of the room’s style.
24. Float The Couch
If you have created zones in the living room of your apartment, you can divide the living from the dining area with a floating coach in the middle of the room.
The sofa is small and facing the wall with the TV unit. Behind it, you can see a small table with four chairs where the family can sit comfortably together and have a meal.
25. Go For Ceiling-high Curtains
Another designers’ hack for making a small apartment living room feel airy and big is to add ceiling-high curtains.
Go for neutral curtains in grey, white or pale yellow that will complement the room’s color palette.
26. Choose Wall-mounted Storage
Wall-mounted storage pieces are very trendy for both small and big living rooms. The console furniture can be customized to fit your living room walls and provide the storage space you need.
Most often, the straight part is used for placing the TV while the vertical one is usually turned into a book shelf or cabinet for glasses.
