When you’re designing a new space, you want to make sure that it fits your way of life. If you’re looking to create a modern household, then the traditional living room layout can often feel a little old-fashioned and not really in keeping with your standards. As such, you might be less inclined to use it. For that reason, we’re going to look at four ways you can really modernize the space so that you actually want to spend time in it.
Go For A More Minimalist, Streamlined Aesthetic
One of the benefits of a more modern approach is that it tends to be a lot easier to take care of. Rather than adding,
think about subtracting, decluttering your surfaces, taking away unnecessary decor, and choosing furniture that’s
all about the clean lines and simple silhouettes. With a minimalist approach, not only does the space look more
sophisticated and organized, but it’s also a lot easier to clean and take care of. This is especially true if you choose
smooth surfaces like a vinyl floor that can just be wiped clean.
Utilize Your Vertical Space
Minimalist doesn’t have to mean empty, however. Instead, using the vertical space that your home offers can give
it a lot of character and allow you to add decorative items without taking up the floor. For instance, working with
a handyman near you, you can mount your TV on the wall rather than having to have a big, clunky stand for it. Do the same with your
shelves, and you can create vignettes or feature walls that reflect your aesthetic while still keeping the room
spacious.
Integrate Smart Home Features
Modernization can go well beyond looks, and the best way to do that is with the help of a smart home hub. With a central hub, you can start upgrading things like your lighting fixtures, blinds, and app-based thermostats
and speakers, so they can all be controlled from a central point, even by your voice. This can make the whole
space so much more convenient to use; all you have to do is speak, and the home follows your orders. You can
even have smart homes connected to your phone so that you can set the mood before you even arrive home.
Ensure It’s Built Around Flow
One of the easiest mistakes to make when designing a new space is to arrange it without considering how you and others are likely to actually move through the home. Reassess
the layout, identifying the route from one end of the room to the other. You can minimize obstacles by, for
instance, moving your furniture in closer around a center point, like the coffee table, instead of keeping furniture
against the wall, or you can use modular pieces, like ottomans that can easily be stored away when not in use.
With a modern living room, you’re a lot more likely to truly get the most out of the space, rather than wasting
time and money decorating a room that you simply don’t use.
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