The living room is typically the most utilized space in any home, which means it certainly deserves your attention. If you’re thinking of redecorating, this is definitely the room to start with. Turn your attention to these 40 cool living room ideas that will inspire your next design project. These spaces vary in everything from style to layout, offering you an idea of what you might like in your home and what you know you’ll want to avoid.
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01. Use Bold Contrasts
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02. Add European Flair
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03. Set a Modern Theme
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04. Include Pops of Color
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05. Stay Cozy, Yet Vibrant
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06. Work in Customized Contemporary Concepts
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07. Be Playful With Neutrals
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08. Embrace Blue
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09. Go the Midcentury Modern Route
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10. Be Soft and Sophisticated
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11. Add Woven Elements
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12. Try a Beachy and Bohemian Theme
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13. Use Simple Tones
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14. Incorporate Industrial Motifs
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15. Be Scandinavian-Inspired
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16. Don’t Count Out a “Greige” Color Palette
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17. Be Inspired by Menswear Patterns
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18. Work With Natural Textures
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19. Try a Simple Layout
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20. Choose One Colorful Piece of Furniture
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21. Use a Primary Color Scheme
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22. Create a Modern Beach Theme
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23. Go for a Sage Green, White, and Wooden Color Scheme
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24. Master the Art of a Matte Finish
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25. Use an Ottoman as a Coffee Table
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26. Pair Blue and Gold
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27. Embrace Your Inner Eclectic
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28. Try Your Hand at Vintage
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29. Add Unique Seating Arrangement
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30. Be Creative With Your Fireplace
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31. Don’t Be Afraid of Color
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32. Go the Retro Route
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33. Accent With Watercolor
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34. Make it Monochromatic
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35. Make it Minimalist
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36. Go Dark With Your Walls
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37. Give Yellow a Whirl
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38. Be Playful With Patterns
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39. Take a Page from the Historic Handbook
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40. Create a Fun Gallery Wall
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