The living room is where we spend most of our time – and it’s certainly the space our visitors see the most of. Get inspired to create a functional and stylish space with these beautiful living room ideas.
With spring around the corner, we’re starting to see new interior design trends emerge: Think warmer color palettes with green, earthy tones, layered natural materials and textures and softer, 80s-inspired furniture shapes.
Looking for living room decor ideas? We asked the interior design experts for their tips and ideas for a beautiful lounge room.
Is it finally time to say goodbye to chunky knit throws and tripod floor lamps? If you were looking to overhaul the design of your living room, the experts say yes. When it comes to living room ideas, it seems there are trends that have persisted for years, that are now making way to simple luxuries, sustainability and a softer style of living that feels a little more lived-in, a little less sparse, with just a hint of traditionalism. 
With so much going on in the living room design space, and the forecasts and leant on the advice of experts to give you a list of what’s in – and what’s out – when it comes to design and living room decor. Modern living rooms call for sustainable furniture and decor
We live in an age where the act of purchasing a piece of flat-pack furniture, an acrylic rug and mass-produced decor fails to make a dent in our bank accounts. While these pieces are cheap and cheerful, the idea of having to replace them again in just a couple of years is becoming less and less appealing to us. Not only because of the increased cost over time, but also because of the affect this kind of purchasing behaviour has on the environment. 
Instead, designers and homeowners alike are looking to pieces that echo a real sense of craftsmanship. Whether the piece is brand new, or vintage, there is a real nod to purchasing items that will really stand the test of time.