As any fan of TV’s The Royle Family knows, the humble living room is in fact, for many families, the arena where life’s triumphs, setbacks and resurrections unfold (or at least where they’re discussed over cuppas and biccies).
If your living room is the heart of your home but you think that it could do with a bit of love and attention, we’ve gathered together five fantastic tips to make it legendary once again – pick those that suit you best and get busy!
The leisure space your family deserves is within easy reach.
- Flooring
Your family should always keep your feet on the ground so it’s important that the ground underneath their feet is comfy, cosy and attractive too. If you’re tired of carpets, engineered wood floors are tough, easy to clean and attractive – a specialist like Direct Wood Flooring can help you choose between designs like golden smoked oak, loft tobacco oak and more.
2. Fire
Real coal fires look and feel fantastic, but apart from their eco-unfriendly carbon footprint, it’s also a hassle maintaining your chimney. An electric indoor fire can be a great alternative and it’s also probably safer if you have kids – check out stores like Wayfair online for design inspiration and you could soon be gathered round the fire with cups of hot chocolate, telling heart-warming tales.
3. Furniture
Tired of the same old living room suite designs that most mainstream stores seem to have left untouched since the 1980s? Us too – which is why the luxury furniture and upholstery on offer from SM London is so refreshing. Whether you want a Mad Men-inspired sofa for a conversation pit or a low-level Scandi-cool suite, this is the place to find furniture with that stylish edge and uncommonly good design.
4. Cushions
Are you a fan of comfy, stylish cushions? They can really liven up any living room and changing the covers each season is an economical way of transforming your ambience. When you’re looking for something unique, browse sites like Maisons Du Monde for creative ideas that blend design and textiles terrifically. Treat yourself to two or three sets and you can make a style switch whenever the mood takes you.
5. Curtains
The right drapes don’t just match with your furniture and fabrics to create a calming impression, but they can also alter the feng shui of your living room with their interplay with natural light, as well as their tactile qualities. There are lots of curtain suppliers available online, but we’ve always loved the laid-back elegance of Shabby Chic – there are styles to suit everyone, and prices are competitive considering the quality.
Take these five tips for a legendary living room on board and the great indoors will never be the same again – just remember to come out of your glorious hibernation come spring!
