"When mapping out a living room layout and deciding on its design style, sometimes you're stuck between reality and wishful thinking. While you might fantasize about buying all new trendy furniture that perfectly fits your space, the truth is you're often trying to sprinkle in a few fresh pieces beside hand-me-downs and what you already own. It can be tough to find a balance that satisfies your vision. So you settle on certain solutions - or quick "fixes" - that likely don't fully address your needs."
""First and foremost, as much as we love a designer-approved aesthetic, the only person who really needs to love your living room is you," says designer Galey Alix. "That said, the two living room essentials my designer-heart is most drawn to are the following: That the room is visually balanced, and there is a thoughtful use of texture.""
"A visually balanced room, Alix describes, is a space that has just the right amount of colors and furnishings from wall to wall - not crammed in one area - plus, layers that make it all feel intentional and inviting."
Living room design often requires balancing aspirational purchases with existing furniture, which can lead to temporary fixes that fail to solve core problems. Aim for visual balance by distributing colors and furnishings across the room instead of clustering them in one area. Incorporate layered textures to make the space feel intentional and inviting. Choose furniture scaled to the room’s size to avoid discomfort or a claustrophobic feeling. A combination of proportional pieces, deliberate layout, and textural variety produces a cohesive, functional, and welcoming living room rather than relying on short-term solutions.
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