Well, congratulations! You’ve just decided to build yourself a new living room, and even if you don’t, you can still transform it into a new luxurious lounge, and yeah, obviously, I know that you want to make your living room look expensive without spending much money.
So in this post, I am going to suggest to you some decent ideas/tips that you can implement to transform your family/living room into a posh lounge.
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How to Get a Plush, Five-Star Hotel Feel
Have you ever considered what it is that makes your stay in a five-star hotel a little too comfy and cozy? It’s their comfortable mattress, but we aren’t transforming our bedroom, so forget about a mattress and invest your money in a comfortable and perfectly squishy sofa.
A luxurious hotel-style living room is all about high-quality materials and fabrics. A very thoughtful and strategic positioning of the furniture, and a few mindful details that enhance both the look and coziness of your lounge area.
Keep in mind that a few squishy pillows are not only going to make your sitting experience a little more comfortable, but if you choose the right pillows, they are also going to enhance the look of your living room. Using this method you can even transform your entire house. Check out our quick guide on make your home look expensive without spending much money.
Budget-Friendly Wall Treatments That Add Elegance
Sometimes, to change the look of your living room, all it needs is a fresh coat of paint. I know that now you’re thinking that it is the most cliche advice that you’ve ever gotten, but trust me, most of the time, all you need is a fresh paint and some wall accessories like a unique mirror, wall lamps, some wooden frames, or you can even hang some antique plates as well.
But if you don’t want to paint your walls, you can also use the wallpaper, but make sure it does not have an overly detailed pattern on it. Choose a minimalistic design, but if you have a pillar in the middle of your wall, then you can also add an overly design wallpaper on that particular pillar area to make an accent on the wall.
You can also add the same wall accesories that i have mentioned above to enhance your living room, but keep in mind that you aren’t over doing it. Because a congested area is never going to look expensive compared to a clean declutterd area.
Small Changes That Make a Big Difference
First of all, add greenery, the place that you’re transforming is literally called “LIVING-ROOM”. So what type of living room is it if you don’t add life to it? Try to put low-maintenance indoor plants in your living room, like money plant, Brazilian wood plant, peperomia green plant, and many more. HGTV shares some great options for indoor plants that thrive in living rooms and are easy to care for. Also a quick Google search is going to suggest to you tonnes of plants that anybody can grow in their living room.
Lighting is key in enhancing the look of any place. What’s the point in spending money and your time in a place when you can’t even show it to your guests? Some people have natural light in their place and some don’t, but at the end of the day, it’s night! so if your living room doesn’t light up properly at night, then its not going to make much of a difference even if you’ve changed it completely.
You can add floor lamps, LED strips, or pendant lamps for a cozy experience. Table lamps are also a good choice if you have the space for them. Sometimes, a direct focus light facing to your side table or a wall can also grab your guests’ attention to a specific piece that you want to highlight.
FAQs
What’s the easiest way to make my living room feel more high-end?
Install a decent TV cabinet and remove unnecessary items or reposition your furniture to have a breathable environment.
Can I upgrade my walls without spending a lot on paint or wallpaper?
Just tell your friends and family that you are restyling your living room, this way you can get some free accessories to add to your place without breaking the bank.
Do plants actually make a difference in living room decor?
Yes, they do! But only if you choose the right plants, sometimes people put plants for decoration that aren’t supposed to grow indoors.
How can I use lighting to make my space look more expensive?
Remember it’s not Christmas, so you can’t just put lights wherever you want, more lighting doesn’t always mean more luxurious, give your thought, and then choose where you want the lights.
Conclusion
So, whether you’re building a new lounge or just giving your current living room a glow-up, remember it doesn’t take a fortune to make it feel five-star. A comfy sofa, the right lighting, a splash of greenery, and a few thoughtful details can totally transform your space.
Don’t underestimate the power of a clean, well-decorated, and decluttered area. Focus on comfort, style, and a few budget-friendly upgrades to make your living room feel plush and posh. At the end of the day, it’s all about creating a space that feels good and looks great without spending a crazy amount of money.
I’m Jeniffer, and I help you create a stylish, luxurious home on a budget with smart shopping, DIYs, and design hacks for a high-end look.