Many people are now turning to interior designers when they decorate their homes, because they want to present picture perfect spaces. The living room is the center of entertainment and activity in many homes, so for many people it’s the most important room to design. There are some tips that can help you pull off the same look as an interior decorator. However, if you want to tackle the project on your own, at the very least, having a basic idea of how to approach your home decoration will help you get the final result, either on your own, or with a decorator.
Getting Started
First off, you need to pick a general colour palette that contains multiple shades, so that you can blend and mix with your contemporary furniture. There are many different materials that your furniture can be made from, but you can narrow it down by choosing what colours you want in the room. Modern trends include mixing bright and dull shades to create subtle attractive rooms. For instance, you can do this with black and white, yellow and purple, or similar combinations. You can then use the furniture to create even more of a bang by choosing stylish upholstery or a striped sofa in matching colors, accented by rugs or carpets.
A Unique Style
Many people go overboard with photographs in the living room, but you can keep things simple by just choosing a few awesome photos and hanging them in contemporary frames that will match the furniture and the feel of the room. If you choose furniture made out of glass, leather, chrome, wood, or stainless steel then choose a similar frame that matches. This is a great way to make a photograph an expression and an accent at the same time.
Finally, you may want to think about mixing a few antique pieces into your furniture design, to add a bit of charm to your otherwise contemporary furniture decor. You don’t want to overload the room with furniture, but you can use unconventional shapes to create a bold look that really enhances the feel of a room. Once again, look for bright colours and clean edges to help blend everything easily. You can also look at artistic designers for items, if you need some pieces that will stand out and help make the room unique. Sometimes you can even take an older piece of furniture and re-purpose it to make it fit your theme.