How to Decorate a Room With an L-Shaped Sofa

Decorating a room with an L-shaped sofa transforms the space into a comfortable and usable retreat for family and friends. Its compact shape makes it ideal for smaller living rooms where it makes the most of the available space or larger rooms where it works with other seating arrangements. It is usually made up of two or three different pieces arranged together to form the distinctive L-shape. Arrange the sofa to form a focal point in the room and coordinate other elements of the room with its color or texture for a harmonious and cohesive style. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1

Paint the walls of the room a color that complements the L-shaped sofa and makes it stand out. For instance, if the sofa fabric is a dull brown and gold, paint the walls off-white to emphasize the fabric color. Let the paint dry for 24 hours.

2

Place a coffee table in front of the L-shaped sofa to provide room for newspapers, keys, decorative items or other accents. Select a piece that matches the height and style of the sofa. For instance, use a square table for an angled sofa, or a round table for a curved seating arrangement. Also place a matching side table on one side of the sofa.

3

Place an ottoman on the opposite side of the L-shaped sofa to increase seating space. Match the upholstery of the ottoman with the sofa to create uniformity. Jazz up upholstery in neutral or earthy tones with bright cushions.

4

Mount an attractive portrait, painting, mirror or panels of frames on the wall behind the longer side of the L-shaped sofa to highlight the space and enhance its beauty. Ensure the colors of the artwork complement the seating arrangement and bind the different elements together. Alternatively, arrange framed family photos on the wall to create an eye-catching arrangement.

5

Place a tall potted plant behind the shorter side of the L-shaped sofa to add natural color to the area. Use a decorative pot that coordinates the colors of the room and thrives in the indoor environment. Easy-grow plants include indoors palms, corn or bamboo.

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Position a floor lamp on the corner behind the sofa to illuminate the space and provide a reading nook. Use a tall lamp that adds height to the space and prevents the space from appearing too cluttered. Offset traditional sofa upholstery with a modern lamp, or use a lampshade made from natural fibers to offset a contemporary sofa.