Living Room Decor: How to Create a Cozy, Stylish Environment

The living room is an environment of rest, relaxation and also living and socializing among people who live in the same house. Even if you don't share a house with anyone else, the room is a relaxing place to watch TV, read a book, or work on your computer.

As it is one of the most visited environments of the house, it is important that the decoration is cozy and especially meets the requirements of those who attend. ? It is important that our room welcome us, embrace us and do the same with everyone around us ,? recommends interior designer Ana Adriano.

To assemble the decor of your room, it is important to pay attention to items that are paramount for comfort in the environment such as a good sofa, bookcase, armchairs, carpet, pillows, among other items that may vary according to taste.


It is not necessary to invest a lot to have a cozy room that meets your wishes, with some tips you can assemble or redecorate the room of your home so that this is a comfortable environment and provides good times.

How to decorate the room?

Deciding the style of decoration is one of the first steps when setting up your room or even redecorating an existing room. Details such as the size of the space and the routine of the residents should be taken into consideration when planning the decoration of the room. Check out tips for decorating various types of room and several photos to get inspired:

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Small rooms

The main tip for decorating small rooms is to pay attention to the volume of items in the room, so that they do not hinder the free movement through the environment. To give the impression of expanding the environment, interior designer Ana Adriano recommends: "Light colors help a lot!".















Neutral rooms

A neutral room is a great idea for those who like to always renew the decoration. With a neutral base (neutral sofas and furniture), it is possible to invest and exchange other decoration items to renew the environment. “Changing paintings, decorative objects and rugs, we have a new room within minutes,” recommends Ana.

















Colored rooms

Colorful rooms are cheerful and vibrant. Investing in a colorful wall or even some furniture that in a color that stands out in the environment results in a beautiful decoration. It is important, however, that the colors are balanced. "Colors should be in harmony with each other so that the environment doesn't get heavy and visually polluted," comments the interior designer.

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Modern rooms

For a modern room, investing in comfortable, modern furniture makes all the difference. A lamp with a distinctive design or a modern armchair can make up the decor of your room. "Good circulation and comfort are key points in the modern room," says Ana Adriano.

















Minimalist Rooms

In this concept of decoration less is always more. Few furniture, just enough for the environment to be functional. To get this concept right, Ana Adriano gives the hint "if we have few furniture, straight and clean design, which are very comfortable and quality, otherwise, the impression we will have is unfinished house", comments the designer.






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Rustic Rooms

Wood, brick wall, demolition flooring and heavier items make up the rustic room ambience. ? Important to mix with lighter pieces, to give a current contrast and not make the environment too heavy ?, comments Ana.


Vintage rooms

"Family furniture, the piece that brings us to important moments can and should be inserted into our daily lives," comments the interior designer. With this in mind, the rooms can be decorated with an incredible vintage style. Antique visits can also ensure that your living room has antique and authentic furniture.















Integrated Rooms

Rooms integrated with other environments such as dining room, kitchen or office, should have similar decoration elements so that the whole environment is harmonious and welcoming. "The decoration items should match the room, whether in color, style or make an interesting contrast," recommends Ana Adriano.

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Brazilian decoration stores to keep in your heart

To ensure a beautiful decoration for your living room, one option is to purchase items from online stores.Many times in these stores we can find differentiated items, with good price and that meet our decoration desires. Check out a list of Brazilian online stores to visit, buy items and love:

  • Decohouse
  • Etna
  • Leroy Merlin
  • StoresKD
  • My Lovely Igloo
  • My Wooden Furniture
  • Mobly
  • muma.
  • Oppa
  • StickDecor
  • Tok & Stok

8 decorating tips that are worth for any room

Decorating a complex environment like the living room, regardless of decorating style, may not be such a simple task. To help you out, we've selected some tips that are valid for any room type and size. The tips are from interior designer Ana Adriano. Check out:

  1. Good circulation;
  2. Comfortable sofas and armchairs;
  3. Efficient lighting, both general and punctual;
  4. Decorative goals that match the style of the furniture;
  5. Ventilation;
  6. Organization;
  7. Our face, our way;
  8. Welcome.

A room decorated according to the personalities of those who live in the house certainly generates an environment conducive to rest and socialization. Invest in a decoration that is comfortable, take into account the characteristics of the place and thus, get a beautiful and cozy room for you and all who frequent the environment. Good inspiration!

Cozy Up Your Home | Simple Tips (May 2024)


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