How To Implement Maximalist Décor In Your Living Room
Your living room is the heart of your home, so it only makes sense that it should stand out. That’s why we want to introduce you to the eye-catching maximalist home décor!
The beauty of a maximalist living room is that anything goes. Whereas ‘less is more’ with some interior designs, a maximalist décor allows you to decorate to your heart's content – grandiose chandeliers, contrasting colours, and as many plants as you’d like!
But with so much to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to begin. So, to help you achieve your dream living room, we’ve put together some maximalist décor top tips, below.
What is maximalist décor?
Before we delve into how you can piece together your maximalist interior design, let’s first look at what maximalist décor actually is.
So, when we said anything goes with a maximalist design, we really meant it. Picture the groovy 60s – the swirling patterns, clashing colours, boho tapestry, and plants galore! And although a maximalist décor in today’s age might be a bit more modern, the eclectic maximalism of that era is perfect for a maximalist living room.
While the likes of Scandi style encourage order and minimalism, a maximalist home décor lets you unleash your most playful self. Do you want a bright pink sofa but love the idea of sage green walls? Well, maximalist décor is for you!
Now, with this in mind, let’s get right into our top tips for implementing a maximalist décor in your very own living room.
1. Pick out cottage décor wall colours
So, with any living room, the best place to start is with choosing your wall colours. And you’ve got a whole rainbow available to you for a maximalist living room.
Typically, bold colours work best in a maximalist room. We’re talking turquoise, orange, deep blue, or even pink! However, you could opt for a more subtle wall colour, to allow the rest of your maximalist décor to really pop. A soft beige or cream works well, but if you want a blank canvas for your maximalist room decorations, then white works too.
And perhaps our favourite idea is to create a feature wall using a lovely bit of tapestry. For a touch of bohemian maximalist décor, simply select the wall you want, and drape a stylish tapestry to cover the wall. That’ll certainly make your maximalist room stand out!
2. Don’t feel you have to stick to a theme
Now, one of the most exciting parts of a maximalist décor is that you don’t have to hold yourself to one theme. With a maximalist living room, you can have them all!
Whereas we would usually take this time to talk about ‘cosy cohesion’, we’re instead going to talk about cosy chaos! You could get a modern coffee table with squared edges and a glass top, and then go coquette style with an ornate, golden framed mirror.
What’s more, if you love the natural woods of cottagecore style, then a dark oak wood bookshelf is perfect. Is the temptation of the eccentric western gothic style too much to resist? Well, a regal chandelier to top it all off works perfectly for a maximalist décor – but more on lighting just a bit later…
Coffee tables
Mirrors
Bookshelves
3. Layer up contrasting textures
Time to get really cosy with some maximalist décor textiles. From plants with knitted hanging plant pots to comfy cotton blankets, it’s all about the visual appeal of layering!
Plants are a great addition to a maximalist living room, particularly funky textured cacti or colourful plants like a sunrise succulent. What’s even better is how low maintenance these plants are - all you have to do is pop them in a bright spot and water them every other week. Then, step back and enjoy the life they bring to your maximalist room.
And what blends seamlessly into a maximalist room is bohemian knitted hanging pots – use these to layer your plants. Leave potted ones, like the two we just discussed, on bookshelves or tables, and use hanging pots for trailing plants, like hanging eucalyptus or green ladies, on the wall!
Lastly, when your maximalist home décor is done and dusted, you’ll want to curl up and get comfy in your brand new space. And the best way to do this is by grabbing some blankets. When not in use, you can store these in ottomans or oak chests, or simply drape them over your sofa for a simple fabric layering trick.
4. Add in accent lighting
Now, let’s circle back to those maximalist room lighting ideas we touched upon earlier. Lighting accentuates your interior design, but it also works wonders on opening up the room.
While a chandelier is an excellent choice for maximalist décor – with its bold design and eccentric nature – there are plenty other lighting options to choose from. In fact, using more accent lighting as opposed to one main light is best to bask your room in a soft glow.
For example, draped fairy lights or hung wall lights are a perfect fit in any maximalist room. And if you are after opening up your space a bit, then consider lining the edge of your ceiling with fairy lights or hanging wall lights in the far corners of your room. These techniques help light up the whole room, making the space seem bigger.
5. Get an eye catching sofa
And we’ve saved the best ‘til last – a maximalist living room sofa! You’ll want something inviting to sink into, but also a sofa that suits your needs and space.
Perhaps the most ideal sofa for a maximalist room is the corner sofa, with its grandiose size and deep, set back cushions. Not only will you have no problem seating the whole family plus guests, but these sofas also offer maximum comfort!
However, if seating space isn’t at the top of your agenda, then nothing is more dramatic, bold, and regal than a Chesterfield sofa. With stunning colours and regal buttoned cushions, this sofa is the epitome of maximalist living room design. Brew up, kick back, and relax!
The ideal sofa for a maximilist room
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And now you’ve got all the know-how to create the perfect maximalist living room for you. Not quite sure this style is for you? Well, for everything from grey living room ideas to vintage living room ideas, head over to our inspiration page!
