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This post is about the best living room corner decor ideas.
When it comes to home decor it is impossible not to think about decorating ideas for the living room.
Living rooms come in different designs and some have more corners than others.
Living room corners are usually neglected, though, and they shouldn’t be, because they have so much potential to improve the whole living room decor.
The corners of the living rooms can be transformed into a cozy reading nook, for example, just by adding a nice chair, with a floor lamp.
You can also create a gallery wall in that small space, add some furniture, such as an armchair and a small end table
There are so many decoration ideas for that empty corner.
If you have an empty living room corner and would like to add some decor to it, this post is for you!
In this post, you will find 19 beautiful living room corner decoration ideas to inspire you to completely transform your living room and make it extra charming just by decorating the corners of it.
Hopefully, by the end of this post, you will be completely inspired, full of ideas, ready to implement them in your living room corner, and watch your living room decoration completely transform and turn into the living room of your dreams!
1. Large square pouf
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Finding a large square pouf to fill that empty corner is one of many possibilities to decorate your living room corner.
The pouf can transform the living room corner into a comfortable little area to read a book, or simply relax.
Choose a leather or faux leather, or any other natural material pouf if you are looking for a boho-midcentury style.
Add some throw pillows in different shapes and made of different materials to make it cozy and stylish.
2. Small table with chairs
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That empty corner can also be transformed into a functional area for a quick meal or coffee.
Choose a small dining table and chairs that will fit that living room corner to make your living room look more inviting.
You can also use the table to place a decor item, such as a vase with flowers or maybe candles when it is not being used for meals, which can help with the living room decoration.
Recreate this idea:
Inspired by this idea, I found this simple and minimalist round dining table that seems perfect for small areas.
3. Big plant
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Choosing a big plant to fill that empty corner is another great idea.
Plants make the room look cozier and help with relaxation.
Some great options are any of the Ficus type, such as Ficus elastica, or Ficus Lyrata, which is the one in the picture.
Birds of Paradise plant and Monstera Deliciosa are other fantastic options too.
4. Reading nook
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Transforming that little living room corner into a reading nook is an amazing idea.
Pick a one-seat couch or comfortable armchair, add some throw pillows and a throw blanket to it to make it cozier, make sure your bookshelf is full of books and close enough to the armchair, and there you have it!
Place an area rug and a small end table to tie it all together, add some plants for decoration and your reading corner is ready.
5. Elegant armchair with footstool
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You can fill an empty living room corner with a statement elegant armchair and a footstool, and turn it into the perfect place to put your feet up and relax or read.
Choose a nice floor lamp and an end table where you can add some decor, such as a vase with a beautiful bouquet, or to simply place your book, once you are done reading it.
A nice throw blanket can make it cozier.
6. Mirror
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If you want to optimize your vertical space and maybe not put many items in the living room corner area, in case you are afraid it will be on the way, a nice solution is to hang a mirror.
Mirrors reflect light which gives us the impression that an area is bigger and brighter than it actually is.
Besides making small spaces look bigger, adding a mirror as a decor item can make a living room look more sophisticated as well.
A small mirror can give your living room extra charm.
Recreate this idea:
Inspired by this idea, I found this simple and sophisticated small round mirror.
7. Living room cabinet
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Adding a cabinet to your living room corner can be quite a nice option if you are looking for something that can be functional and aesthetically pleasing.
Choose a design that matches your taste and evokes the vibe you want for your living room.
You can use it for storage and to display decor items.
8. Floating shelves
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This is another great idea in case you want your living room corner to be decorated but without placing large pieces of furniture, for example.
By adding floating shelves, you create a perfect spot to display your favorite decor items.
Floating shelves also are aesthetically pleasing because they present simple and clean lines in their design, which makes it easier for our eyes to focus on the decor elements that are placed on them.
Recreate this idea:
Inspired by this idea, I found this simple set of floating shelves.
9. Painting
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Hanging some paintings or only a big one is another amazing idea for the ones who want the living room corner to be decorated but do not want to place furniture there.
By choosing a beautiful painting you bring art to the living room which is a sure eye-catcher.
A painting can bring sophistication to a living room and be the perfect item for that empty corner.
10. Gallery wall
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Use the living room room corner to create a fantastic wall gallery.
You can hang pictures or photos in frames of different sizes or keep them all homogenous and give your wall a symmetric look by selecting one theme or pattern of pictures.
A wall gallery is perfect to showcase your creativity and personality and to give your living room a bit of character.
Recreate this idea:
Inspired by this idea, I found this set of golden photo frames that are similar to the ones in the picture.
11. Ladder shelf
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If you like the idea of having shelves but you don’t want the ordinary type of shelves, the ladder shelves might be the solution for you.
They have the same functionality as any other shelf, but they present a more creative and interesting design.
Place a ladder shelf in the corner of your living room and display your decor items and maybe even put some plants in there.
Recreate this idea:
Inspired by this idea, I found this ladder shelf that can be perfect to fill that empty corner.
12. Built-in bookcase
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A built-in bookcase is a great option for saving space and adding decor to your living room corner.
Since they are built into the wall, they don’t occupy any extra space in the living room, which is perfect, especially if you have a small living room.
They fit perfectly in any decoration style and are great for storage and for placing decor elements.
13. Decorative mobile
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Hanging a mobile as a decor piece can create some visual interest in the decoration of the living room.
Although, simply hanging a mobile in the middle of the living room can look a bit weird.
But hanging it in the living room corner suits a lot better.
Give preference to a big mobile instead of a small one if you don’t want it to go unnoticed.
14. Designate the area with a rug
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Use a rug to designate the corner area and create a small and unique spot in the living room.
You can place an armchair with a throw blanket and pillow to make it more comfortable, and an end table with some decor on it to make that little corner even more special.
Recreate this idea:
Inspired by this idea, I found this handmade round jute rug, quite similar to the one in the picture.
15. Small end table
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If you decided to place an armchair in the corner of your living room the perfect furniture item to pair with it would be an end table.
Placing decor items on the end table, such as a vase or candles, can be a great option.
The end table can present a simple design or a more creative one. If you think only one end table would look too simple, choose nesting end tables.
With nesting end tables, you can use one just for decor and the other one for functional purposes, such as to place a book, a mug, or a glass when you are using the armchair to read, for example.
Recreate this idea:
Inspired by this idea, I found these nesting round end tables that can perfectly fit a living room corner.
16. Floor lamp
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Lighting is always important in any type of environment. It helps set the mood and make a place feel cozier or the complete opposite, depending on the type of lighting you are using.
The corner of the living room can be the perfect spot for placing a floor lamp.
Choose a beautiful design that matches your taste and personality so the floor lamp can serve as a decor element as well.
Recreate this idea:
Inspired by this idea, I found this floor lamp with a creative and elegant design, with 3 domes in the format of a bird cage.
17. Hanging plant
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This is another fantastic idea in case you don’t want to place any furniture in the corner of the living room, but still want some decoration in there.
Just like the decor mobile, hanging a plant in the middle of the living room could seem a bit weird.
Although, hanging it in the corner of the living room, makes the whole living room look better, and brings some life and personality to the decoration of the living room.
18. Vintage decor items
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If you are a vintage decor-lover, the corner of the living room can be the perfect place for your vintage items to be shown.
You can go all in with the vintage decoration and do it in the whole living room or you can use just its corners as special areas for your vintage decor elements.
Use it to hang your paintings, and showcase your special plates and furniture – all in vintage style.
19. Table lamp
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This is the same idea as the floor lamp but in a smaller size.
Lighting is extremely important for creating the perfect environment.
A simple table lamp can help transform your living room into the cozy room of your house.
Placing it in the corner of the living room can be great for illuminating the whole living room with a soft light.
Choose a gorgeous design that fits your personality and use it as a decor element as well.
Recreate this idea:
Inspired by this idea, I found this beautiful ceramic table lamp with a sophisticated design.
Decorating your living room corner
Decorating the corner of the living room can sometimes be a bit challenging because we need to be creative since it is a small and angular area.
And it is fantastic how we can transform the whole living room look just by decorating its empty corners.
We have to be careful as well to avoid making it look cluttered or way too decorated. Checking the measurements of the furniture becomes essential.
Defining what style we want and if we want the corner of the living room to be functional, beautiful, or both at the same time, also helps a lot when deciding which decoration we should go for.
But hopefully after reading this post, you are now full of ideas and ready to transform your living room corner into a unique and special area of your home!
This post showed you the best living room corner decor ideas.
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