Lighting is a big deal in how the room feels and looks. There was no overhead lighting before, causing the living room to look dark and dreary.
Lighting is a big deal in how the room feels and looks. There was no overhead lighting before, causing the living room to look dark and dreary.
The geometric lines on the neutral furniture pair well with the lattice rug design. The dazzling light fixture and the simple block art make a major impact.
The orangey, green shades didn't do the room any favors. These colors were swapped out for a calming, blue-gray color for the throw pillows and wall art. Additionally, the lamps and lighting got a much-needed upgrade.
The most drastic change was taking out the awkward washer and dryer. Because a washer and dryer have no place in a living room, it was moved to another part of the house.
Those were replaced with a glossy, black and white coffee table and an ultra-modern TV stand. Once again, remember we are always excited for more storage.
This room was in desperate need of warmth and poise. There's nothing like a soft rug underfoot to do the job. Not to mention, the curtains were placed too high which made the window look small.
It's always a good idea to mix and match your light fixtures while keeping them in the same genre. This adds variety without going overboard.
The antidote was to keep the pocket lights but also install an appropriately-sized light fixture in the middle of the room. One last tip on lighting—save reading lamps for libraries or offices, not living spaces.
Throwing out the old green couch was a great choice. However, the designer decided to keep an ottoman to stick with the family-friendly vibes for laying out and relaxing.