Living rooms are the most social spaces in our home. They can be used for a variety of purposes; they can be where you watch television, play games, or socialize. If you are strapped for space but don’t have the funds to move, living rooms can even be converted into a loft space if they have high enough ceilings. There are so many ways that you can improve your living room design to transform its function, and all you need to do to start is to follow this guide.
Low On Space? Create a Converted Loft
There are so many reasons you might need to convert your living room space into a different functional space. Perhaps you are low on funds and want to update your living room into a studio space, or perhaps your child has come home after college and needs more space. By adding a mezzanine bedroom to your living room, you can maximize space and transform the home you have so that it has one extra bedroom for future guests and family to enjoy.
Add Custom Shelving to Maximize Use
Storage is always a key component to a happy home. Families grow and with them, so do their memories, keepsakes, and belongings. By adding custom shelving and storage, you can seamlessly integrate more storage that you need in a way that is beautiful and functional. Not only that, but you can add design and flair to any room with them. In your living room, add shelving and storage on either side of your fireplace. Or perhaps add a wall unit with a comfortable window seat area next to the window for a cozy reading nook. By integrating storage solutions with seamless design, you improve the desirability of your living room and the overall function of your home.
Open Up Your Living Room
Open living plans are great because they are social. If a wall separates your living room and dining room or kitchen, consider opening the space up. That way you can bring in more air, light, and flow into your home. Just remember that when you open up your living room, you need to consider the design. You want the flow to be seamless and easy to maneuver around in, and to achieve this, it might mean redesigning your kitchen or living room layout to make that happen.
Make it The Epitome of Coziness
The more social the space, the more you get out of it. That is why the living room should be both comfortable and inviting. Add in a heavy, thick rug to tie the space together, invest in comfortable couches and armchairs, and bring in blankets. This is particularly useful in winter. The cozier the space is through design; the more people will want to stay there.
There are so many things that you can do with the design of your living room, from completely reinventing the space to adding in more storage so that the rest of your home can breathe. To help you design the perfect space for you, however, start with a mood board. Collect ideas, patterns, and materials. This way you can design an incredible living room that is beautiful, functional, and perfect for you.
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