The living room is the area of the house where we spend most of our time -it's the first place we all want to be after a long day at work. It's where we want to feel relaxed, be it when catching up on our favourite TV show or when spending quality time with our family and friends. Hence, making it welcoming and warm, is somewhat important. But how to decorate it to make it feel more cosy, you may ask. The truth is, not everyone has interior designing skills, however, you can still master the living room aesthetic with these tips.

Add a splash of colour to the space with floral pillows. Be it small, neutral or large floral cushions, they can instantly make the space look more vibrant and inviting. Choosing the right style can be tricky though. The best way would be matching them with few other elements of the room (curtains, wallpaper, wall paint, or carpet), colour wise. The unwritten rule is to choose solids if you have colourful furnishings, and go with decorative large floral cushions if neutral tones prevail in the room.

Another thing to consider besides colour and design is the material. Most common ones are velvet and cotton. Velvet, for instance, is one of the fabrics that have the most luxurious feel and appearance. It is plush and very soft to the touch. Softness is an important feature when it comes to pillows since we rest our heads on them. Plus, velvet drapes very nicely. This textile is one of the fluffiest and softest man-made fabrics. Hence, it’s clear why back in the day, many royal families loved wearing velvet and used to use it for about any piece of clothing. Also, when it comes to maintenance, the process of cleaning is pretty easy. It should be cold and hand-washed by using a mild detergent. You are not supposed to soak and bleach it. After you wash it, it recommended to line dry it in shade and then cool iron it on the reverse side.

Cotton, similarly, is one of the smoothest and softest types of fabrics. It’s chemically organic, meaning it doesn’t contain any synthetic compounds. Some of the general features of this textile are durability, fast drying, moisture- and sweat-absorbent, highly breathable, cooling, etc. This is why it’s one of the most commonly used fabrics for making clothing, cushions, blankets, duvets, towels, bathrobes, bedsheets, etc. Moreover, it is used by many manufacturers to make medical supplies, industrial thread and tarps, and any other types of textile for industrial use.

One of the most effective ways to beautify a room is to add florals and greenery since nature has the most lovely colours. Fill your empty crannies and nooks with indoor trees, seasonal bouquets, or some other gorgeous greenery. Choose some plants that are actually meant to thrive indoor and on low-lighting conditions.

However, if don’t really have enough time to take good care of any greenery, you can always opt for some realistic artificial florals. These days, it’s very easy to fool the eye with such diverse lifelike artificial flowers and plants available on the market.

Having a nice lighting makes a relaxing atmosphere. Very often, flattering lighting may help you with feeling present enough to enjoy the moment and it can be a means for enhancing the mood.

A new lamp, or just updating a shade can add colour and personality into your living space. For more notable pop of colours, you can add a pair of lamps that will be flanking a certain piece of furniture or some piece of art you have. There are many types of lamps that you can make a great impact, such as a sculptural table lamp, some modern floor lamp or just some fancy sconce.

Let’s not forget about the candles. Candles have great power when it comes to transforming a room and calming after a stressful day. There are hundreds of styles, sizes, shapes, scents that you can choose from. Some of the most common ones are container candles, taper candles, pillar candles, and of course, tea lights.

If you have run out of ideas on how to give life to your living room, making one statement wall is always a good idea. An accent wall is a killer way to make a big change in the room without spending much time or effort. Plus, this is one of the most affordable ways to add a new level of style to your space. You can do it with either painting or wallpapering . You can consider making some playful pattern, or just simply paint one wall one colour. You could warm things up with a warm shade of latte or cool things down to neutral colours, like light grey, shades of white, beige, ivory, or similar. If you decide to do this change, it’s recommendable to choose a larger wall that will get noticed.

Texture is a good way to add visual interest and glory, and they will instantly lift your home. For instance, consider the areas that are looking a little flat to you. A large carpet or rug can add dimension to the flat floor. Then, cushions of different sizes and fabrics may lift a sofa. Some soft linen curtains that will be draping down the floor can perfectly frame a window.

Furniture can be also pretty effective when it comes adding texture to space. For example, a timber coffee table with its rich grain and yet featuring natural imperfections can provide a feeling of warmth into the room. Also, another idea is to add an occasional chair with a quality fabric which will significantly enhance the overall sense of texture in any interior.