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When you first move into a new apartment or home, it tends to look pretty sterile and plain. It’s up to you to turn the house into a home. If you’re not sure where to start, consider these tips in order to get started.
1. Comfortable Furniture
If you’re spending a lot of time in your living room, it’s very important to be as comfortable as possible. Sectionals are really popular. Don’t forget to purchase the loveseats so that you can curl up and put your feet up.
2. Artwork
The artwork is important for personalizing a space. If you choose to do a gallery wall of pictures, include pictures of your family members, friends and your favorite quotes. If the idea of hanging up paintings of abstract art seems closer to your sophisticated palate, make sure to put them in places where they match the wall they’re hanging on. It’s never nice to see a picture hanging in a space that’s too big for it.
3. Good Lighting
It doesn’t matter if your living room is beautiful if you can’t see anything. You can choose a range of lighting options at varying price points. It’s also okay to purchase multiple lights and place them in different corners of the room.
4. Plants
Indoor plants are beneficial because they are able to pull toxins from the air and they are known to be gentle air purifiers. The spider plant and the peace lily are a few of the most popular indoor plants to keep. Additionally, the fiddle leaf fig tree is a trendy option and you’ll see it displayed on a lot of shelter blog posts and magazines.
5. Area Rugs
Area rugs add depth and texture to a room. If you have hardwood floors, the area rug will make the room appear cozier. If you already have carpet, the area rug will serve as an interesting, contrasting piece. Choose an area rug that’s a complementary color or pattern.
6. Accessories
Accessories add that final touch to a living room. This is the part where you get to have a little more fun. If you choose to maintain a neutral color scheme, add pops of color with accessories like throw pillows, candles and vases.