21 Tips For An Ultra-Cozy Living Room

Do you love cozy living rooms and want to create one in your own home? Find inspiration and tips in our list of cozy living room ideas below!

How To Create A Cozy Living Room

I think most of us can agree that our home is meant to be cozy and inviting! And certain rooms, such as the living room, are the best places to start when adding comfy and warm touches.

If you want to turn your living room into a space filled with a warm and welcoming vibe but don’t know where to start – don’t stress! We’ve got you covered with our curated list of cozy living room ideas.

The list below is full of inspiration and tips for infusing your home with those comforting vibes. So, whether you live in a house or an apartment, scroll down so you can get started on your living room transformation.

1. opt for an ottoman

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A fantastic way to add a cozy aesthetic to your space is by swapping the typical coffee table for an ottoman where you and your guests can put your feet up and relax. And we love the combo of the plush, cream-colored boucle ottoman paired with a warm brown couch. 

This is an excellent idea for small spaces, as the ottoman can provide more than one use. Simply add a wooden tray for the perfect spot for drinks, books, candles, and other items, making the most of a compact area.

2. Add vintage decor

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Vintage decor is another one of our top recommendations for creating cozy living rooms. The comforting aesthetic of vintage wall art, mirrors, candlesticks, and more create a warm, inviting aesthetic. Shop at antique stores, estate sales, and thrift shops to find vintage pieces that match your vibe.

3. Use Natural lighting

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Soft natural lighting paired with bright neutrals gives this living room a welcoming aesthetic. We suggest choosing blankets, pillows, and decor in shades like ivory, cream, soft grey, beige, and taupe to recreate the look above. Pair these with light-toned wood for an airy aesthetic that draws you in.

4. Try rustic & homey

Rustic furnishings easily lend a homey and comforting vibe to this living room. If you don’t have a stone fireplace, you can get the same aesthetic with a stone (or faux stone) accent wall. Combine that with stacked logs, vintage wood rocking chairs, and plush decor for a country-inspired space that’s so cozy!

5. Go For moody vibes

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If you ask us, moody decor naturally creates a cozy aesthetic, so we recommend the dark tones and vintage touches found in this design style to create an inviting living room. Start with dark wood furniture, dramatic oversized curtains, and deep wall paint before adding the antique accents to finish the space. 

6. Keep It Intimate

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How you position your furniture, or your seating, in particular, can make a big impact in your living room. Facing a loveseat and accent chairs towards each other creates an intimate setting that invites your loved ones to sit, relax, and enjoy comfy evenings together.

7. Use SHeepskins

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We suggest incorporating natural elements into your living to create a warm, effortless look. Wooden beams along the ceiling, wicker baskets, fresh florals, real wood tables, rattan chairs, and sheepskin rugs all add a soft and cozy vibe when combined.

You can also opt for leather or faux leather, sisal, linen, wool, and more to create the same effect. 

8. Gather around the table

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We love the warmth and charm of this living room. A large wood coffee table with plenty of soft chairs and cozy couches creates an ideal spot to sit and chat with friends or family over a cup of coffee table.

To recreate this aesthetic, opt for a larger table that can fill up your space and a variety of chairs for your family and guests to choose from.

9. ChoOse Boucle

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A soft, plush boucle couch or chair is one of the easiest ways to create a cozy vibe in your living room. This fabric will instantly upgrade your space. And don’t forget to layer plenty of pillows and throw blankets to wrap up in for the full hygge effect!

10. Add feminine details

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Adding feminine details like pastel pink pillows, soft-lit candles, and fresh flowers will give any space a charming aesthetic. Plus, anything soft and fluffy, like the stylish accent chair, doubles as feminine decor and cozy furnishings.

We suggest pairing these dreamy accents with light and warm neutrals to balance the cool pink.

11. Add Worn Leather

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For a cozy feel you can add decor that elevates the room without too much clutter by focusing on pieces that add both natural beauty and functionality. Try distressed and worn leather pieces like a plush leather arm chair or a cool woven sling chair. 

You can design an interesting space (even with a small color palette and limited decor) by choosing a variety of textures and materials.

12. Layer Throw Blankets

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Is there anything that makes you want to get cozy more than a soft, plush blanket? Layers of blankets throughout the space are perfect for an inviting feel, especially on a chaise lounge chair.

We love that there’s a throw blanket or plushy elements on every chair and sofa in the room above, and this is a great way to give your living room a feeling of hygge. 

13. INclude a bookshelf

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Whether you’re an avid reader or want to pick the habit up, adding a bookshelf along your living room wall screams cozy! Paired with a fireplace, this is definitely the perfect place to sit and unwind with a new or favorite book.

If you don’t have the budget for a built-in version, you can simply add a traditional bookshelf instead. 

14. Add Personal touches

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Infusing personal style and charm into a space is excellent for creating cozy living rooms, and it makes it fun to decorate and furnish the room, too! Choose unique pieces that show your aesthetic and personality to give your living room that homey feel.

15. Keep It Earthy

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Warm, earthy hues are ideal for creating a soft and welcoming aesthetic. Wood furniture, paired with lush green plants, cream couches, and beige accents, creates a captivating palette we adore.

A soothing color scheme like the one above will work for so many different aesthetics, although you can change the palette as needed. Soft blue tones look amazing in a coastal-themed room, while darker hues are ideal for a moody aesthetic.

16. Add plantS

Plants are easy decor that fill any room with natural beauty, making you want to sit back, relax, and soak it in.

If you have oversized windowsills to decorate with houseplants, you can easily create the same vibe as above. If not, no worries! Use a plant stand, cabinet, or bookshelf to hold your plants. Alternatively, you can place them on different flat surfaces throughout the room.

17. Layer textures

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Add layers of style and comfort (literally) with layers of texture throughout your space. Faux fur chairs, a cushiony couch, the woven rug, and soft throw pillows fill the room with inviting textures you want to cozy up with. Plus, wooden beams and furniture add a rustic charm and rugged texture that adds even more depth.

You can use many different materials to develop layers, so don’t be afraid to mix and match.

18. Add a Plush Sectional

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For a large living room with space to spare, we recommend investing in an oversized wrap-around sectional couch. With plenty of seating for loved ones or leg room for you to sprawl out, this couch is begging for you to get cozy.

Style the couch with chic pillows and blankets to add more coziness and elevate the room.

19. Go WaBi-Sabi

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When creating cozy living rooms, unique final touches can often be what really brings it all together.

A couch and coffee table by alone doesn’t make a living room feel warm and inviting. But when you add your favorite rustic or antique vases, candles, and furniture along with florals or foliage – these wabi-sabi inspired elements upgrade the room and make it feel like home. 

20. Add Artistic Flair

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While this living room may be small, it certainly creates a statement thanks to the open shelving filled with beautiful and artistic pieces. The sculptures, books, and other interesting decor pieces give the living room an alluring appeal.

Whether you prefer books, classic paintings, modern prints, or sculptures like above, adding art to your space is perfect for creating a warm space where you can relax and enjoy deep conversations with friends rather just a place for sitting.

21. Pop in A Pouf

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Adding a cozy knit, velvet, boucle, or linen pouf is a great way to add a cozy spot for floor hang-outs or resting your tired feet. Along with other comfy materials, a pouf or two goes a long way!

 

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