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These 8 affordable ways to make your living room look more expensive are so simple you’ll be shocked!
Who says you have to spend a ton of money to make a room look more expensive and luxurious? There are so many inexpensive ways to make a space look more expensive, and we’re going to show you how you can do that in your living room.
When we moved we moved into our first apartment, we mad it our mission to make our apartment feel inviting, but expertly curated as well. We had friends tell us that our apartment living room looked like it was straight out of a magazine. Along the way, we made not of the things we did to save us money while making our apartment look luxurious and cozy.
Whether you’re moving into a new apartment, are moving into a new home, or are just wanting to refresh your space, these 8 affordable ways to make your living room more expensive are probably simpler that you think!
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8 Affordable Ways to Make Your Living Room Look More Expensive
1. Shop High-End Dupes
One of our life hacks is shopping high-end dupes. It’s a super easy way to save money, while creating a look that looks expensive. Shopping home decor dupes can save you $100s, if not $1000s.
We have created a series of high-end home decor dupes posts that you’ll love! You can check them out below:
- 12 High-End Designer Home Decor Dupes You’ll Be Obsessed With
- 15 CB2 Dupes That You’ll Mistake for the Real Thing
- 15 Best Serena & Lily Dupes That’ll Save You $1000s
- 15 Restoration Hardware Dupes That Will Save you $1000s
2. Mix Antiques with More Modern Pieces
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A super simple way to make a living room look more expensive is mixing antique pieces with more modern pieces. It makes a room look expertly curated while adding character. We believe that there is something so special when two contrasting designs come together (like contemporary modern and antique pieces).
A good place to find beautiful, eclectic pieces is Facebook Market Place. We bought so many items from Facebook Market Place to furnish our living room. Mixing the older items with a more modern piece of art or modern curved sofa, makes a room feel more expensive.
3. Hang Large Scale Art
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Another way to make your living room look more expensive is by hanging large wall art. Large art pieces can get pretty pricy, however, we have the BEST hack to make it less expensive.
First, purchase a beautiful print on Etsy. Most of the prints we’ve bought are anywhere from $2-$6, which is such a great deal. Once you’ve downloaded the print on your computer, you can send an order to Walgreens or your local print shop to have printed on a larger scale. To create more luxurious look in your living room, we would recommend ordering a print at least 20 x 30.
Next, purchase an inexpensive frame and place the print inside. Then, hang the print on your wall and you’ve got a beautiful art piece that was so affordable!
4. Replace Basic Light Fixtures
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Often times, the smallest changes make the biggest difference in a space and we truly believe that lighting makes such a significant difference in the mood and vibe of a living room. Whether you live in an apartment, a rental home or have a home of your own, replacing basic light fixtures with a more stylish pendant light or sconce makes all the difference!
5. Layer Textiles
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Layering textiles in a space not only makes a room look more expensive, but it also adds warmth and texture to your living room. Our first recommendation would be adding a gorgeous area rug to your space. Area rugs make a room feel more cozy and add character.
Other simple textiles to add to your living room include: layering throw pillows on your couch, hanging curtains to frame your windows and adding a throw blanket on your accent chair or couch.
6. Add Decorative Molding
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Adding decorative molding to a living room is super trendy right now and is a great way to make a space look more expensive without breaking the bank. We absolutely love the way it adds elegance and dimension to a basic, flat wall. Styling a living room with a mix of modern and older pieces will make the decorative molding look more fresh and gorgeous.
7. Paint a Room Monochrome
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Another trend that’s been taking over the design world is painting a room monochrome. We are obsessed with this trend, because it always elevates the look of room and makes it look more luxurious!
If you’re going for a monochrome living room look, some of our favorite colors to paint a living room are:
- Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore
- French Macaroon by Benjamin Moore
- Rose Accent by Benjamin Moore
- Spring Meadow by Benjamin Moore
- Rhine River by Benjamin Moore
8. Add Plants or Florals
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This is probably the simplest way to make a living room look more expensive. Adding large plants or beautiful bouquets to vases brings life into your space. Whether you add real plants or faux flowers to your space, they have a way of tying a space together.
If you’re looking for some of the best faux florals that actually look real, we talk about our favorites in this blog post!
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