Expert Tips on How to Style a Small Living Room

A small living room can feel smooth and appealing stylistically by choosing the right design approach. By changing the furniture placement and adding some clever tricks, you can turn your compact space into a functional and aesthetic treat. 

In this article, Castlery’s interior stylist, Adrika, shares 11 tips and creative ideas on how to design small living rooms, maximizing space and injecting your personal style.

11 small living room tips

1. Choose the right furniture

To select the perfect furniture for small living rooms, it's important to focus on both functionality and scale. Multi-functional pieces like sofa beds or coffee tables with built-in storage are excellent space-savers. 

Another great option is a modular sofa, which offers unmatched flexibility and versatility. With modular sofas, you can easily adapt your seating arrangement to fit your needs and your room's layout.

Whether you configure the units into an L-shape or U-shape, or break them apart into individual seats, modular designs allow you to maximize comfort and space without sacrificing style.