Renew Your Living Room
If, like it is in many homes, your living room is the heart of the house, you might be thinking of ways to make it more cozy and inviting so that everyone, from family to friends, will want to spend all their time there. At Altra Home Décor serving the greater Phoenix area, we have a few tips for creating an inviting space. Read on!
Make the Most of the Light
The best lighting is diffused, ambient lighting. Proper balanced lighting, including overhead lighting combined with floor and table lamps, can set the mood in the room. During the daylight hours, your room can make the best use of natural light—with your window treatments carrying a lot of the load. For beautifully diffused natural light, consider Silhouette® Sheer Shades or Pirouette® Sheer Shades from Hunter Douglas. Both are designed with adjustable vanes and sheer fabric to make the most of each day’s sunlight.
Comfortable Seating
Living rooms are designed for sitting, so it’s best to ensure you have comfortable seating for your guests. Think roomy sofa and overstuffed armchairs. As you configure the room, think about its flow—if you have space, arrange your seating to support conversation, by having pieces of furniture face each other. Or think about designating a specific area as a conversation or reading nook, with a loveseat or plush chairs. If you add comfy throw pillows and blankets, you invite people to settle in and relax; plus, you’ll bring some visual texture to the space.
Add a Natural Element
To soften your room and make it less edgy, add natural elements like plants, wood accents, and nature-inspired artwork. Window treatments can help with this step. A phenomenal option is the Provenance® Woven Wood Shade by Hunter Douglas. This artisanal-feeling product is made with woven grasses, woods, reeds, and bamboo.
Add Visual Interest
Bring in more texture through your accent rugs, pillows, throw blankets, and window treatments to give your room depth and make it extra inviting. If you have window treatments that you like on your windows, think about layering them with side panels or drapery. Use soft fabrics that complement your décor and patterns to bring depth to the space. Also consider adding warm accents like brass or copper lamps and earth-toned vases or artwork to decorate a welcoming room.
Create an Inviting Living Room in the Greater Phoenix, Scottsdale AZ Areas
Altra Home Decor is your source for window treatments, custom drapery, flooring, and more! We serve the greater Phoenix area, including Peoria, Sun City West, Glendale, and Scottsdale, with a showroom in Surprise. Stop by our locally owned store to view our full-size window treatment displays and sample books. Contact us today to schedule an in-home design consultation!
