10 of the Most Beautiful Living Room Ideas We’ve Seen

Decorating a living room can be a real challenge. Do you make it formal and perfect for entertaining? Or do you make it casual, kid-friendly, and covered in easy-to-clean fabrics? Should you go for a timeless traditional style or make it more modern and trend-forward? We think you can have it both ways, and these living room design ideas prove it.

"When selecting living room furniture, I always look for comfortable seating, functional yet stylish accent tables, high performance fabrics and multi-level lighting," Jennifer Backstein of Jennifer Backstein Interiors tells MyDomaine. See? Best of both worlds. From eclectic and casual living areas to rooms fit for entertaining and relaxing, these gorgeous designer spaces make a great case for redecorating your living room, like today.

Keep scrolling for our favorite living room ideas straight from the pros.

01 Embrace Your Architecture

When decorating your living room, be sure to consider the architectural features you want to highlight. This living room, designed by Leah Alexander of Beauty is Abundant, makes the most of large windows and a stunning fireplace.

"Featuring pillows and a faux fur throw from West Elm, situated in front of a sleek fireplace clad on all sides in modern large-format black tile, this living room has just enough furniture to entertain or for family movie night but is open and airy enough to enjoy the light filtering in," Alexander explains.

02 Bring in Natural Elements

This coastal living room designed by Desiree Burns of D Burns Interiors brings in elements of the outdoors with a rattan chair, oversized plant, and deep green sofa.

"The theme for this room was "not your average beach house,"' Burns says. "I wanted it to have somewhat of a coastal vibe without that being too in your face. I love the playful colors and textures throughout the room."

03 Choose Smart Lighting

Mid-Century Modern Blown Glass Globe Chandelier - Adjustable Height with Two-Toned Metals for Dining Room, Living Room, and Sitting Room Lighting

This light and bright living room, also designed by Desiree Burns of D Burns Interiors, makes use of a statement pendant in the center of the room. The chandelier adds great light and interest to the ceiling.

04 Add a Window Seat

In need of a cozy spot to read a book? Us too. Take a cue from Mani Tagba of Afro Bohemian Living and add a window seat to your space. Layer in plenty of pillows and bring in lighting for a spot you'll never tire of.

05 Blend the Indoors With the Outdoors

If you're a proud plant parent, this one's for you. By bringing in outdoor elements like raw wood and a few ferns, as Mani Tagba of Afro Bohemian Living did here, you're able to create a seamless integration with your outdoor spaces.

06 Go Rustic

Rustic homes are having a major moment. To keep the room from looking too Little House on the Prairie, bring in some softer elements for some contrast.

"I wanted to balance the rugged quality of all the wood in this post and beam home with a good dose of feminine energy," Christina Kim of Christina Kim Interior Design explains. "We brought in a soft down-filled sectional, pretty blush fabrics, soft drapery, and a pair of ladylike lamps to create that great juxtaposition."

07 Blend Warm and Cool Tones

Though it seems like this is a mostly white living room, there's more to it than meets the eye. Jennifer Backstein of Jennifer Backstein Interiors mixed warm and cool tones throughout the room to a very comfy result.

"For this living room design, we paired warm and cool neutrals with pale pastel tones to create a clean, calming and cozy space," Backstein explains.

08 Consider Your Lifestyle

If you have young children or pets, consider high-performance fabrics. If you love to entertain, think about including a bar cart or extra seating in the layout. In this loft apartment from Studio Yaqui in collaboration with JP Design Inc, the client was a young professional who wanted a fun living room update.

09 Bring in a Mirror

Artisan's Oversized Round Mirror with Rough-Hewn Black Aluminum Frame-Oversized round mirror

Mirrors reflect light and have a tendency to make a room feel larger, two major reasons why we love them.

10 Carve Out Space

In this living room designed by Arbor & Co., the team made use of a small area by the entryway to create a living area, proving that you don't need a ton of space or a formal foyer to have a nice space to relax or entertain.