8 Rules for a Well-Designed Living Room

1. The living room's basic tone

Regardless of style, the two fundamental themes are minimalist luxury and understated elegance. Today's aesthetic definition of luxury is no longer defined by elaborate designs or metal bars. Minimal luxury uses wood veneer and rock slabs as materials and elements, complemented by touches of stainless steel and leather, creating a simple, elegant, yet luxurious yet unpretentious feel.

Of course, if you prefer elegance over luxury, consider using more white space, natural materials, and natural wood tones. This will create a sense of Zen and tranquility.

2. Choosing a living room sofa

A sofa should have a seat depth of at least 60 cm to be comfortable. The seat height should be between 35 and 45 cm. Don't make it too high, or your legs won't rest easily.

The backrest should be higher than 55cm; otherwise, there will be no head support, making it very uncomfortable. Coarse cotton and linen fabric sofas and leather sofas are excellent choices, but avoid technical fabrics. A sofa is a crucial element in your living room, both in terms of aesthetics and comfort.

3. Living Room Storage Options

Avoid completely open walls in your living room, as this can easily look cluttered and easily accumulate dust, making it difficult to clean. A recessed TV with some open space is a great option, offering both aesthetics and storage.

4. Connecting the Living Room to the Balcony

Everyone knows that this makes the living room appear larger, but when we say "large," "connected" means there shouldn't be sliding doors, tiles, or flooring between the living room and balcony. Removing the clutter will create a cohesive whole.

Whether or not to demolish the wall depends on the specific situation. If you don't need to place your home cabinets or washing machine on the balcony, or hang clothes there, then demolishing the wall can make the living room appear larger. However, if you still need these functions and storage, then knocking down the wall is unnecessary.

5. Integrated Living Room and Study Design

This approach is applicable to both large and small apartments, but the approach differs. Strictly speaking, a small apartment design involves de-living the living room. Because space is limited, adding a desk means the sofa and TV may have to be eliminated.

Large apartments have both a living room and a study. They're simply connected, reclassifying the living room's functions. If you need a more independent study, you can create a semi-open study with glass, which will provide a more transparent view from the living room.

6. The Living Room is Not Suitable for a Projector

This is a matter of personal opinion. If clarity is your priority, a TV is still significantly better than a projector. If size is paramount, a projector is definitely better than a TV.

7. Living Room Windows and Curtains

If your living room has a nice view, replacing it with a full wall of glass will offer an unprecedented visual experience.

Forget about curtains and gauze curtains in your living room; dreamy curtains are the real beauty.

8. Suitable Plants for the Living Room

If your living room tends to be more plain and elegant, add Phalaenopsis orchids, rose hips, lilies, and nandina domestica to brighten the colors. Add one or two large plants, such as the Golden Ficus or the Heliotrope.

If your living room tends to be more classical, go for a more pure green palette. Plants like Monstera, Dracaena, Cyperus, and Peacock Tree are all suitable.

If your home is a light luxury style, keep plants to a minimum. Choose plants with thin, leafy leaves, such as the Monkey Fern and the Silene sylvatica.