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How to Design Your Perfect Living Room

Your living room sees a lot of living, so you want it to be comfortable and functional. Amazing Blinds & Shutters shares some tips for designing the living room you’ve always dreamed of.

A living room with a traditional interior design style near Amarillo, Texas (TX)

Choosing Blinds or Shades for the Living Room

When deciding on blinds or shades for your living room, consider whether you want your window treatments to be a focal point or blend in with the surroundings. If you prefer the latter, Parkland® Wood Blinds are an elegant choice that won’t steal the spotlight. To bring attention to your windows, consider Roman shades in a bold color or print or the textural appeal of cellular shades.

Essentials of Interior Design for Living Rooms

Paint

We suggest using a neutral color scheme for the ceiling and walls in your living room. A neutral palette will make it easier to redecorate in the future and swap out accents with the changing seasons. It’s important to note that neutral isn’t a code word for boring. Warm, earthy tones will make your living room feel welcoming, while bright whites will give it an upscale aesthetic. If you can’t live without a pop of your favorite color, use it on an accent wall. An accent wall won’t overwhelm the space; you can quickly repaint it if you want to try something new.

Furniture

When shopping for furniture, consider your lifestyle and how you use your living room. If you host many parties, you’ll want plenty of seating so traffic can flow freely. Families with kids or pets may want to consider pieces with durable, stain-resistant fabric. When placing your furniture, resist the urge to push it against the wall, as this will make the room look smaller. Instead, leave several inches between the furniture and the wall, and add a large area rug to the primary seating area.

Every seat should be within reach of the coffee table or a side table to set drinks or other items. If you add armchairs, don’t place them directly facing one another, as this can create an awkward feeling that forces conversation. Instead, angle them slightly outward so people sitting in them can still converse but aren’t staring at each other.

Art & Accents

No living room is complete without some artistic flair. When choosing wall art, consider the size in proportion to where you will hang it. A small piece will look out of place above an oversized mantel, and a more extensive work will be awkward on a vast, open wall. Remember your living room’s color scheme when choosing art and accents. Wall art should have at least one color that matches something in the room, while decorative accents can be matching or contrasting.

Living Room Shades Near Amarillo, Texas

Start designing your dream living room with shades and blinds from Amazing Blinds & Shutters. We are the area’s premier Hunter Douglas dealer, and our friendly team can help you choose window treatments for any style. Ask us about our measuring and installation services to guarantee your new window coverings fit perfectly.

Check out our portfolio for design ideas, and then contact us to schedule a consultation. Amazing Blinds & Shutters proudly the Texas Panhandle, including Amarillo, Canyon, and beyond.

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