Decorating ideas for your living room

1 Use mirrors to reflect light
Mirrors push away and reflect light, which makes the space look bigger. Use them in front of of your most attractive decor, such as flowers o rich drapes or windows to reflect beauty. Avoid using a mirrored wall, which can look too retro and alter your aesthetic. Instead, rely on one large framed mirror propped on the floor, or group several smaller mirrors on a wall.

2 Focus on the floor
The floor takes up a significant amount of square footage and this is one of the most high-impact spaces in your living room. Use one flooring material such as wood or carpet throughout the your living room and adjoining room to visually expand the space and create flow with your design. Also avoid interupting the eye with contrasting floor coverings. Use sofas and cabinets with legs so the floor fades under the furniture rathe than stopping suddenly at a wall o wood or fabric.

3 Take advantage of the walls
The place where the walls met the floor defines the size of a room both physically and visually. You cannot alter the location of your walls without a construction crew, but using living room decor that emphasizes the wall’s height draws the eye up and makes the room appear bigger

5 Arrange for traffic flow
Uninterrupted movement is a sign of a large space, so arrange your furniture in a way that allows everyone to move easily from one area to the next. Make sure you allow enough space to perform tasks common to the room, such as opening and closing window coverings and reaching for light switches