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40 Large Living Room Ideas That Are Sure to Impress

Large living room with a white sectional and sofa table.

Desiree Burns Interiors

Although great for their ample space and entertaining, large living rooms can be hard to design and decorate. If you are having trouble filling your space in a way that feels intentional, take note of these 40 large living room ideas that will definitely impress your guests.

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    Go for a Large Fireplace

    Large living room with vaulted ceilings and a statement fireplace.

    Whittney Parkinson Design

    Create a focal point in your living room by adding a large fireplace. This detail will give you something to organize and decorate your living space around. It's a great place to hang your TV or artwork.

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    Feature Built-in Shelves

    A large living room with built-ins.

    Whittney Parkinson Design

    Built-ins are a great way to prioritize storage space elegantly and stylishly. Plus, they don't have to be complicated or expensive to install. There are plenty of DIY options available for all skill levels.

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    Add an Oversized Sectional

    Large living room with oversized sectional.

    Alvin Wayne

    Large living spaces are the perfect place to experiment with an oversized sectional. Choosing a modular system will make it easy to switch up your space in the future. 

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    Feature a Huge Houseplant

    Large living room with a huge fiddle leaf fig.

    Design by Yael Weiss Interiors / Photo by Sketch42

    If you love greenery and want to fill extra space, consider adding a big houseplant to your large living room. Indoor trees like fiddle leaf figs, rubber trees, and other types of ficus are stylish choices as long as you have enough light.

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    Float Furniture Off the Walls

    Large living room with matching couches.

    Design by Colleen Simmonds / Photo by Emily Gilbert Photography

    Moving furniture like couches and chairs off the walls by a few feet helps to create a cozy and intimate seating area in large rooms. Leave the excess room as walking space or add side tables to maximize storage and surface space.

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    Create Multiple Seating Areas

    Large living room with multiple seating areas.

    Desiree Burns Interiors

    Should the furniture be oriented around the fireplace or the TV? In a large living room, the answer can be both if you use your space wisely. Create multiple seating areas in the same room and create the perfect space for entertaining. In this living room by Desiree Burns Interiors, you can see some small wicker chairs are around the fireplace. Large sofas are turned away from the fireplace, creating a gathering place in the center of the room.

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    Add a Chandelier

    Large living room with a chandelier.

    Interior Impressions

    Add an elegant touch to your large living room with a chandelier. From traditional to mid-century modern, modern farmhouse, and everything in between, you are sure to find a fixture that suits your decor.

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    Add a Stone Accent Wall

    Large living room with a stone accent wall

    Whittney Parkinson Design

    Using stonework indoors to create an accent wall is a great way to give any space a rustic touch. Use this wall as the focal point by featuring built-ins, a fireplace, your TV, or all three. 

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    Add Oversized Decor

    Large living room with oversized decor.

    Design by Lava Interiors / Photo by William Lavalette Photography

    Make a statement with oversized decor like these large decorative branches. Keep the rest of the room simple and allow the large pieces to shine without overpowering the space.

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    Make Use of Sofa Tables

    Large living room with a huge sectional and sofa table.

    Desiree Burns Interiors

    Sofa tables usually don't work well in small living rooms, but they can serve multiple functions in large living rooms. From providing storage to dividing up a large room, they are the essential piece of furniture you didn't know you needed.

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    Create Symmetry

    Large living room with symmetry.

    Interior Impressions

    Symmetry is a classic interior design tool used in both large and small spaces. In a large living room, it can help to create a feeling of calm and elegance. If you're struggling to fill a large room, start in the middle and work outwards, creating symmetry as you go.

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    Install a Wall-to-Wall Media Cabinet

    Large living room with cabinet storage and a sectional.

    Interior Impressions

    Go big or go home. Large living rooms call for large media cabinets. Interior Impressions showcases a wall-to-wall media cabinet situated in an oversized living room, providing plenty of functional storage for the homeowners.

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    Let the Light in

    Large living room with big windows.

    Interior Impressions

    If possible, adding lots of large windows to your living room is a great way to make the space feel bright, homey, and inviting. It will also give you a baseline to begin organizing since you don't want to block the windows with furniture.

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    Create a Window Wall

    Large living room with a window wall.

    Whittney Parkinson Design

    Make your space feel extra bright and open by transforming an exterior wall into a window wall. Your living room will be sun-soaked, and you'll be able to admire the outdoors from the comfort of your couch.

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    Create a Multifunctional Space

    Large living room with built-in dinette.

    Interior Impressions

    Don't be afraid to use your large living room to create a multifunctional space. This living room design by Interior Impressions mixes comfortable seating with a built-in dinette and a small bar station to create a stylish and sleek multi-purpose room.

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    Showcase Large Artwork

    Large living room with sectional.

    Design by Yael Weiss Interiors / Photo by Sketch42

    Fill your large walls with some equally large artwork. Go for one big statement piece, or grab a few slightly smaller pieces to create a gallery display.

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    Showcase Ceiling Beams

    Large living room with decorative ceiling beams.

    Sarah Barnard Design

    With or without a vaulted ceiling, a large living room is the perfect opportunity to showcase decorative ceiling beams. You can opt for all-white beams, rustic wood beams, industrial metal beams, or anything in between.

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    Stick to a Neutral Color Palette

    Large living room with big sliding glass doors.

    Sarah Barnard Design

    neutral color palette is calming and serene in large spaces. Stick to three or four colors to create a relaxing space you'll look forward to inhabiting at the end of a long day.

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    Define the Space With an Area Rug

    Large living room with a big rug.

    Havenly

    Fill your large living room with a big area rug. It'll make the space feel instantly cozy and help create a natural gathering. You can add more than one area rug if just one isn't enough to fill the space. 

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    Prioritize Seating

    Large living room with lots of seating.

    Havenly

    Fill your space with plenty of seating so you'll always have somewhere for your friends and family to grab a seat. Add some variation by mixing and matching your furniture, including a sofa, accent chairs, and even ottomans.

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    Try Crown Molding

    Large living room with crown moulding.

    Interior Impressions

    If you have a large room with short or average-height ceilings, adding crown molding is a great way to draw the eye upward and make the space feel taller! This classic architectural feature is available in different styles and colors, and just like regular trim, it's pretty simple to install.

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    Add Visual Interest With Wall Paneling

    Large living room with wall paneling.

    Havenly

    Add some architectural character to your large living room with decorative wall paneling. From wainscoting to picture frame molding, shiplap, 3D paneling, and more, there are plenty of different styles available.

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    Draw the Eye Up With Ceiling Paneling

    Large living room with modern coastal decor.

    Havenly

    Decorative ceiling paneling is another way to add subtle visual interest to a room. There are many style options: shiplap, wood panels, and more.

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    Try All White

    Large living room with all white walls and couches.

    Alvin Wayne

    Go for a super crisp and clean look by opting for all-white interiors. This living room by Alvin Wayne is a prime example of how a white interior can look. Opt for primarily white decor and furniture with pops of natural wood and a houseplant or two to nail the look.

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    Add an Oversized Coffee Table

    Large living room with patterned accent chairs.

    Forbes Masters

    Fill that awkward space between couches with an oversized coffee table. It will help pull the room together while also providing the opportunity for some sneaky storage space.

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    Prioritize Storage

    Large living room with wall to wall shelves.

    Design by Andrea May Interiors / Photo by Karyn Millet

    There are many different ways to prioritize storage in a large living room. Think built-in shelves, furniture with storage, bookshelves, cabinet storage, and more.

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    Add Bright Pops of Color

    Large living room with colorful decor.

    Design by Colleen Simmonds / Photo by Emily Gilbert Photography

    Have fun with your design and experiment with color in your large living room. Choose a few colors to work with so you don't overwhelm the space, and try to create balance and symmetry by using the same color in a few different locations in the room.

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    Go All-in on Decor

    Large living room with lots of decor.

    Gray Space Interiors

    It's easy to overwhelm a small space with too much decor, but large living rooms look great with many decorative accents and accessories. It can help to make the room feel more cozy and lived-in.

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    Add Floor-to-Ceiling Curtains

    Large living room with large windows.

    Design by K Kong Designs / Photo by Mali Azima

    Highlight tall ceilings and accentuate your space with floor-to-ceiling curtains. This elegant look is the perfect finishing touch to any space: it makes the room feel well-thought-out and designed.

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    Use Furniture to Divide the Room

    Large living room divided into multiple spaces.

    Design by Colleen Simmonds / Photo by Emily Gilbert Photography

    If you have a big open-concept space that you don't quite know what to do with, use furniture like sofas, accent chairs, and sofa tables to divide the room. This is a simple and affordable way to transform your large living room into a multi-functional space by making the most of what you already have.

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    Add a Bench for Extra Seating

    Large living room with patterned rug and sherpa bench.

    Kirsten Conner Interior Design / Photo by Wynne H Earl Photography

    Sofas and chairs aren't your only options when it comes to seating. A large bench is a great way to add extra seating without making the space feel repetitive. Opt for a comfortable bench, like this faux fur bench, to keep the room cozy.

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    Opt for Couches Over a Sectional

    Large living room with grey furniture and decor.

    Design by Colleen Simmonds / Photo by Emily Gilbert Photography

    When you have space to work with, going with a large sectional seems like the obvious choice. However, going with two smaller couches and some accent chairs is also an option. This type of layout is ideal for entertaining.

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    Create a Bookshelf Wall

    Large living room with a bookshelf wall.

    Design by Colleen Simmonds / Photo by Emily Gilbert Photography

    Create the home library of your dreams with a bookshelf wall. Fill the rest of the room with plenty of comfy furniture so you can grab a book and easily curl up.

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    Add a Mural

    Large living room with a wall mural in the corner.

    Alvin Wayne

    Break up a large living room by adding a decorative mural. This could help you highlight an architectural feature like a fireplace or create a separate seating area within the room. You can hire professionals to take on the job or try it yourself as a fun DIY project.

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    Try Low-Profile Furniture

    Large living room with a blue couch and white rug.

    Alvin Wayne

    Rather than breaking up space, low-profile furniture can help create seamless transitions between different areas of a large living room. Opt for a low-to-the-ground sofa and coffee table paired with floor decor like ottomans and houseplants.

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    Add a Large Stone Fireplace

    Large living room with a stone fireplace.

    Arbor & Co

    Large living rooms are the perfect space to feature a grand stone fireplace. Opt for a large wood mantel to finish off the look.

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    Opt for Vaulted Ceilings

    Large living room with vaulted ceiling.

    Interior Define

    Add an exciting element to your space with vaulted ceilings. These elegant ceilings will instantly make any room feel more elevated and open. Plus, decorative ceiling beams look great with vaulted ceilings.

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    Add a Skylight

    Large living room with a skylight.

    Arbor & Co

    Skylights are a timeless architectural feature that will bring natural light and style to your space. They lend themselves well to oversized living spaces that are just begging for some visual interest to capture the eye.

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    Feature a Statement Chair

    Large living room with a feature accent chair.

    The Inside by Havenly

    If extravagant architectural features aren't your style or within your budget, you can easily create an interesting focal point in your space using something simple like a bold statement chair. We love this funky leopard-print accent chair in this living room.

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    Use Ottomans to Fill Extra Space

    Large living room with small ottomans.

    The Inside by Havenly

    Sometimes, even a large living room can feel stuffy and small with too much furniture. Even still, not enough furniture will make it feel unfinished and empty. For balance, add some small footstools or ottomans. They're easy to move around and can fill that awkward space without taking up too much room.