Small living room: 80 functional, elegant and creative projects

Small living room: 80 functional, elegant and creative projects
Robert Rivera

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The living room is one of the main areas of the house, a space to gather friends, enjoy family moments, watch a movie, or simply relax on the sofa. These and many other activities can be performed in this multiple space.

Even in smaller rooms it is possible to have a modern, functional, and comfortable decoration. For this, the planning of all the details is essential and some tips are valid to optimize the space.

When arranging the furniture, think about which furniture is indispensable and the important functions for you and your family in this environment. The ideal is to distribute the furniture so that people can move around easily.

Using a light color or a neutral base is always a good option, since they give the impression of a larger space. Leave the more vibrant colors for details or decoration accessories. Another tip is to use mirrors, they give the feeling of amplifying the space and make the room much more elegant.

Check out some models of small living rooms that are examples of small but well-used spaces, with elegant, functional, and cozy decorations:

1 . living room with integrated balcony

A small living room can gain more space with the integration of the balcony. A tip is to use the same covering in both rooms. Free circulation is also a priority in this room.

2. full integration

The living room is fully integrated with the rest of the apartment. Avoiding walls and investing in movable partitions and sliding doors is a good idea to expand the space.

3. living room with cobogós

For small rooms, integration plays a role: hollow elements, such as the cobogó, delimit the space and at the same time maintain the integration of the environment.

4. living room with coffee table

This room with reduced space has a neutral base with light colors and the exposed concrete. The coffee table is a wild card and very practical to put objects such as controls, glasses, books and other small objects.

5. living room with black walls

In this room, the black of the walls contrasts with the white of the furniture. Also, combining dark walls with a light ceiling reinforces the horizontal lines and gives the idea of a longer room.

6. urban and industrial living room

The decoration of the room uses urban and industrial style elements. The burnt cement wall gives prominence and visually organizes the space.

7. small living room with lots of comfort

Even with small dimensions, comfort is evident. The room has a palette of light, neutral colors. The space above the sofa is also used for shelves.

8. simple and neutral room

This small room bets on a neutral and simple base. The colors are for the sofa and the rug. The space on the wall with the TV is used for a bookcase that organizes several objects.

9. living room with pouf

The pouffes are great functional complements in the decoration. Besides guaranteeing more seats in reduced spaces, they can easily be moved and stored in strategic places.

10. fluidity and lightness

The blue and white colors give fluidity and lightness to the environment.

11. living room with a red sofa

In this room with a white base, the red furniture is the highlight. The large openings expand the room and ensure good natural lighting and ventilation.

12. linear and low furniture

The room relies on linear and low furniture to avoid physical and visual barriers, thus creating a feeling of spaciousness. The mirror in the background also helps to increase the space.

13. maximum utilization

Here even the space above the door is used for a shelf. A creative solution to maximize the utilization in a small living room.

14. niches for the organization

The bookcase with several niches is great for organizing the various items in the living room, as well as saving space. The geometric patterns give the room a retro touch with modern details.

15. living room with a wooden slatted bookcase

The wooden slats hide the electronic equipment and leave the room organized. The lighting enhances the panel and makes the room much more welcoming and intimate.

16. inviting and cozy

The small living room is practical and the rug adds a warm and inviting touch to the room.

17. shelf that turns into a bench

Concrete shelves add the urban touch and run along the walls to optimize space and serve as benches at some points. The minimalist metal coffee table has a beautiful decorative effect.

18. room with floating closet

To increase the feeling of spaciousness, the living room is divided by a piece of wooden furniture attached to the top, which seems to float. The furniture is used to house books and electronics.

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19. living room with exposed concrete

The use of only essential furniture makes the living room uncluttered. The exposed concrete gives the urban feel of the contemporary way of life.

20. light and colorful living room

This small living room is light and colorful. Organization ideas make a difference in the compact space - the TV stand also serves as a reading space and houses boxes on casters.

21. simple and subtle decoration

This cozy living room with neutral tones bets on a simple and subtle decoration. The plain sofa is complemented by small benches and a chair to accommodate more people.

22. plants in decoration

The light tones on all sides of the room give a feeling of spaciousness. The plants fill the living room with life and make it very cozy.

23. simple and uncluttered living room

The exposed brickwork brings coziness to the simple, uncluttered living room. The colors in the furniture add a contemporary touch.

24. clean living room

The light colors on the walls and furniture bring spaciousness to the small living room and give it a clean, minimalist look.

25. taking advantage of the setback

The TV cabinet takes advantage of the recess in the wall and optimizes the space in the room.

26. small living room with lots of style

In this small stylish room, the rug extends to the dining table and gives the room a sense of spaciousness.

27. simple and functional decoration

A simple decoration with little furniture guarantees a comfortable and very functional living room. Light colors predominate and the plain sofa gets colorful and printed cushions for highlighting.

28. comfortable and sophisticated

This room prioritizes comfort and circulation, without leaving aside beauty and sophistication. The color palette ranges from white and gray with touches of stronger colors, such as red and black in some furniture and decorative objects.

29. contemporary and urban living room

The decoration of this room invests in urban contemporary elements, such as the exposed brick wall and the track lighting.

30. compact room and multifunctional furniture

The TV panel and kitchen counter are unified in a single multifunctional piece of furniture. The solution ensures fluidity for the small space and keeps everything organized.

31. comfortable and ideal for receiving friends

The cabinet under the window stores objects and, with the cushions, also serves as a stool.

32. small and cozy living room

The wood makes the room very cozy. The slatted panel extends the length of the wall and allows for a longer piece of furniture, which lengthens the room.

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33. living room with exposed concrete slab

The exposed concrete slab, the ducts, and the use of light colors bring an urban, industrial feel to the small living room.

34. living room with blue armchairs

In this room, the traditional furniture is well matched with blue armchairs that add emphasis and style. The blue tone also appears in other elements, such as the vase and the painting.

35. movable coffee table

This room has industrial decor elements and a very cozy look. The coffee tables with casters are easily moved to free up space.

36. red chair room

Here a compact chair provides additional seating for the small room, as well as being a standout piece of furniture in the color red.

37. comfortable and cozy sofa

A comfortable and cozy sofa like the one in this room is indispensable in this type of environment. In addition, the furniture should be proportional to the space for a good result.

38. compact room with cabinetry ideas

This compact living room uses cabinetry solutions to make the most of space. The stools and cushions take up little space and guarantee more seating for friends.

39. living room with wood paneling

The volumes and niches in the wood panel organize the various items in the room, leave the circulation free, and even accommodate a small stool.

40. support tables

Small coffee tables are great options for smaller rooms. Not only do they take up little space, but their unique appearance is another decorative item, and they also offer support for lamps and other objects.

41. dual function partition

In this modern-looking room, the partition has a dual function and is also used as small shelves.

42. room with different armchairs

A good way to get out of the ordinary and give even more personality to the environment is to use different armchairs in the decoration.

43. room with blue touches

The living room space is cozy and has few, but good furniture to compose the decoration of the room. The blue color is highlighted in the upholstered furniture and in occasional objects.

44. contrasts that enchant

This small living room has a youthful décor.

45. colorful furniture and plants

A good way to enhance the decoration of your small living room is to invest in colorful furniture, small side tables, and plants.

46. room with hanging furniture

The TV cabinet is suspended on the wall and leaves the space below it free, which is a good solution for small rooms.

47. small and colorful living room

The decoration of this room is based on several colorful decorative items, making it a very cheerful, fun, and inviting environment.

48. shelf as divider

The niche in the white lacquer panel accompanies the sofa and serves to accommodate decorative items. The TV bookcase divides the room with the kitchen and also has a small bench for quick meals.

49. room with orange detail

In this small room, the point of color is the stool that brings a vibrant tone and gives a touch of joy and liveliness to the space.

See more ideas for a small living room

Check out many other solutions and creative ideas to make good use of the space in the living room with a lot of comfort - and without giving up style!

50 - Living room in earthy tones

51. living room with white bricks

52. neutral and timeless decoration

53 Living room with compact furniture

55. mastery of light colors

56. neutral tones and wood

57. living room with yellow highlights

58. balance and warmth

59. neutral tones with color details

60. small room with colorful rug

61. compact and stylish room

62. living room with wood panel

63. living room with concrete and wood

64. stylish comfort

66. colors in the pillows

67. living room with column fixture

68. small living room with wallpaper

69. urban and contemporary air

70. living room full of natural light

71. colorful decoration

72. cozy atmosphere

73 Living room with wooden furniture

74. small and cool living room

75. white and wood

76. simplicity and functionality

In small environments, creativity makes the difference to make the most of the few square meters. Whatever your style, it is possible to have a functional, charming and very comfortable living room in any size!




Robert Rivera
Robert Rivera
Robert Rivera is a seasoned interior designer and home decor expert with over a decade of experience in the industry. Born and raised in California, he has always had a passion for design and art, which eventually led him to pursue a degree in interior design from a prestigious design school. With a keen eye for color, texture, and proportion, Robert effortlessly blends different styles and aesthetics to create unique and beautiful living spaces. He is highly knowledgeable in the latest design trends and techniques, and is constantly experimenting with new ideas and concepts to bring life to his clients' homes. As the author of a popular blog on home decor and design, Robert shares his expertise and insights with a large audience of design enthusiasts. His writing is engaging, informative, and easy to follow, making his blog an invaluable resource for anyone looking to spruce up their living space. Whether you're seeking advice on color schemes, furniture arrangement, or DIY home projects, Robert has the tips and tricks you need to create a stylish, welcoming home.