Your living room is easily the most used space in the house. It is where you relax after a stressful day and entertain your friends and family, which means that it needs to be functional, comfortable, and stylish all at the same time. Talk about a monumental task!
Usually, it takes a while to set up and decorate this communal space because you need the exact measurements to get the right furniture, table, and decor pieces to strike a balance in the interior design. Owing to this reason, many people often hesitate to redecorate their living room because it needs an ample amount of both time and money.
However, if you feel that your living room needs a new lease of life and are in search of design ideas that won’t break the bank, you are in the right place. In this article, we have rounded up some of our favorite ways to revamp your living room on a budget.
Spruce Up The Walls
Focusing on the walls is easily the most convenient way to refresh any space in your house, including the living room.
Paint the walls
For starters, you could consider painting your living room area by either giving it a pop of color in case you have neutral furniture or opting for a timeless white coat of paint to make it feel more spacious. If you are worried about the impact of VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) in paint on the environment, consider opting for zero-VOC and solvent-free paint options that are eco-friendly and carbon positive.
Opt for wall art
Another top recommendation is to get a few museum-quality wall art pieces, including canvas prints, posters, tapestries, digital art, or paintings, and display them around your living room. You could either create a funky collage of your most favorite pieces on a large wall space, hang them solo or symmetrically in groups of twos and threes, or let a framed piece of wall art rest against the wall for a more eccentric look.
If you wish to make your room look wider, opt for landscape wall art pieces, however, if you want to create the illusion of high ceilings, consider investing in wall art that has a portrait orientation.
Update old curtains
Another excellent way is to swap your old curtains for something that has an interesting texture, color, or pattern. To make your living room ceilings look taller, readjust your curtain rod so that it isn’t too close to the window. A general rule of thumb is to place the rod four to six inches above the window. Similarly, to give the impression that you have a spacious living room, extend the rod three to six inches on each side of the window.
Add Loads Of Greenery
A classic way to revamp your living room is by adding a variety of plants in beautiful pots. In fact, aside from an aesthetic point of view, indoor plants have many benefits as they improve air quality, reduce stress levels, and boost productivity. Overall, adding greenery can help have a calming and therapeutic effect in your everyday life.
There are a number of ways to decorate with plants such as getting floor plants if you have the space, or smaller ones such as succulents or cactus, which are also relatively easy to maintain. However, if you feel you don’t have a green thumb, consider getting realistic-looking faux plants and sprinkle them across the living room.
Some plant varieties to consider include rubber plants, string of pearls, pileas, fiddle leaf figs, birds of paradise, snake plants, calatheas, weeping figs, and peace lilies. These will definitely add vibrancy and life to your living room space and completely transform the entire ambiance.
Play Around With Your Furniture
A simple yet effective way to revamp your living room is by rearranging your existing furniture. This is a great way to declutter and organize your space by taking stock of what you own and what you may need.
The trick is to strategically invest in some key pieces that will help uplift the room. This includes getting a couple of contrasting cushions or adding a cozy sofa throw. Regardless of the existing color palette and living room theme, we recommend following the mantra of less is more to curate a space that feels elegant and sophisticated.
You may even want to consider layering up your existing rugs to create a chic Boho look. This will add depth and boldness to your living room aesthetic.
Go For Layered Lighting
If there is one thing that can make or break any interior space, it has to be the lighting. This is an inexpensive way to add depth and complexity to your living room. Basically, aim for layered lighting by adding table lamps, floor lamps, accent lightings, or even recessed lighting. This will help create a cozy and warm atmosphere and will definitely make you want to spend more time in your living room area.
We suggest starting by noticing any dark corners in your living room and getting a couple of lamps to make sure that all the different areas are well lit. This will help tie together the entire room and allow it to feel much more spacious and intimate.
Hit The Vintage Market
Whether you are on a budget or not, we suggest hitting the vintage market to discover some gorgeous and one-of-a-kind decor pieces to spruce up your living room space. You’ll definitely find loads of trendy and cool stuff at bargain prices.
Some excellent items to keep an eye out for include antique clocks, old wine bottles, classic books, typewriters, rustic candle holders, old-school radios, or original posters, records, or collectibles. You can display these around the living room and we assure you that each individual piece will bring its own character and will serve as a fantastic conversation topic with your guests.
Parting Thoughts
Redecorating your living room doesn’t have to be financially draining. All you need to do is plan out the process by assessing what you already have, how much you are willing to spend, and the things you need to buy that will have the maximum aesthetic impact.
As a parting tip, you may also want to consider using items of sentimental value as decor pieces to add a certain level of intimacy and warmth to your living room space. This will help to make it feel more personal and inviting. Lastly, finish off your redecorating project by lighting your favorite scented candles, inviting some friends over, and showcasing all your hard work and efforts.
