If you’re planning a living room refresh in 2026 or simply gathering inspiration for a future project, today’s post is for you!
I love changing the look of our living room for each new season or year — there’s something so satisfying about moving the furniture around, changing pillow covers, bringing in a different rug, or adding a new look to the coffee table.
It’s my favorite way to add a fresh look to our home, making it feel like an entirely new space.
If you feel the same way, today I’m sharing dozens of beautiful living room decor ideas, great room ideas, small living rooms, narrow and rectangular spaces, and living room design trends for 2026.
Ali Henrie Design – Lindsay Salazar Photography – coffee table – pendants
You’ll find ideas for small living rooms, long narrow spaces, TV wall ideas, open-concept great rooms, family rooms, sitting rooms, modern coastal designs, and living room inspiration for every style and season.
Pure Salt Interiors – console table
I hope this post will give you all sorts of inspiration for a living room upgrade or remodel.
2026 Living Room Trends
Several themes are evident for living rooms and interiors in general for 2026, including luxurious looks, sumptuous fabrics, a warm color palette, and understated elegance — no matter what decorating style you prefer.
Some of the top living room trends for 2026 include:
- a warm color palette,
- curved and rounded furniture silhouettes
- natural stone surfaces,
- luxurious details, and
- an updated version of modern farmhouse style
A rich color palette
Tying in with many of the other living room trends you’ll see this year, a rich, warm color palette will continue to be popular in 2026.
Ali Henrie Design – Lindsay Salazar Photography
This beautiful home aesthetic brings a comforting, grounded feeling to the living room.
Chocolate brown, deep burgundy, navy blue, saturated green, and other warm earth tones will continue to be popular in 2026.
For an on-trend look, consider incorporating one or more of these colors in the living room via feature walls, pillows, throws, rugs, and even large pieces of furniture like sofas and arm chairs.
In the beautiful space below, the wooden beams, neutral color palette, and touch of classic blue on the velvet sofa, bring a fresh and comfortable feeling to this transitional modern living room.
For more on 2026 color trends, see my post, 2026 Colors of the Year & Top Home Color Trends.
Curvy and textured furniture
In living room furniture trends for 2026, expect to continue to see plenty of curvy shapes and textured fabrics, as well as the use of rattan and cane, warm woods, and stone finishes.
While curvy furniture is still very much on trend, many interior designers are also favoring more streamlined, classic furniture silhouettes.
If you’re buying a large piece of furniture this year, like a sofa or bed, you might opt for timeless fabric options like linen, cotton, performance fabrics, or velvet, as the current popularity of nubby fabrics like boucle’ might wane in the next few years.
If you really love the look of boucle’ and sherpa, you can easily bring the look to your living room makeover via accent chairs, benches, throws, pillows, and ottomans.
AKB Design Studio – similar chair
Quiet luxury
The quiet luxury interior design trend involves bringing a sumptuous, sophisticated, and timeless look to a space.
Studio McGee – stool – coffee table
This beautiful living room design features a soft, neutral color palette and a chic yet relaxed aesthetic.
This beautiful look would be perfect for a living room or bedroom reading corner.
A quiet luxury style living room might incorporate a warm color palette, collected accents, plush seating, soft rugs, layered lighting, and upholstery and pillows in luxurious fabrics like linen, cotton, or velvet.
If you’d like to add a few luxurious touches to your living room, consider bringing in some soft throw blankets and pillows in neutral tones and creating a sense of warmth via scented candles and ambient lighting.
For more on quiet luxury style, see my post, Quiet Luxury Interior Design Ideas.
A new take on modern farmhouse style
Ali Henrie Design – Lindsay Salazar Photography – coffee table
Will farmhouse style be out in 2026?
While modern farmhouse will still be extremely popular in 2026, this design style will continue to evolve to a more refined, timeless aesthetic, borrowing aspects from modern European, Belgian farmhouse, California casual, Scandinavian, and Mediterranean styles.
This newer version of modern farmhouse style shares many features with organic modern style, and shows no signs of slowing down in the coming year — especially in the living room.
Pure Salt Interiors – coffee table
With the addition of luxurious textures, interesting shapes, organic elements, and a mixture of vintage and modern pieces, farmhouse style has evolved into a classic, timeless aesthetic we’ll be seeing for years to come.
In 2026, living room design will focus more on personal expression and less on certain design styles or trends, resulting in a merging of different aesthetics.
Brooke Wagner Design – Brandon Architects – Patterson Custom Homes
One common factor embraced by interior designers is an elevated, intentional approach to decorating.
AKB Design Studio – Sylvie Li Photography
2026 Living Room Ideas and Inspiration
I loved gathering these living room decorating ideas to share with you, and I hope you find all sorts of helpful ideas and inspiration as you scroll through.
A large sectional and round wood coffee table create an inviting space to relax in this open-concept kitchen, dining, and living room layout.
Pure Salt Interiors – coffee table – similar coffee table here – similar sectionals here and here
I love the calming color scheme, mixed with the drama of high ceilings and a statement fireplace in this modern living room.
This beautiful open-concept living room and kitchen features a pair of stylish arm chairs positioned between the two spaces.
This stylish space features a neutral color palette accented with soft natural hues and an interesting mix of textures.
I love this simple yet modern living room idea. The warm wood overlay on the ottoman is not only practical, it adds character to this space.
Pure Salt Interiors – ottoman with overlay
This chic modern living room design features calming neutral tones and soft luxurious textures.
If you have a small living room, opting for slim furniture that doesn’t take up too much floor space, such as streamlined sofas and love seats, rectangular coffee tables, small ottomans, and narrow accent chairs, will help make the most of limited space.
Adding thoughtful home accents and mementos from your travels creates interest, resulting in a living room that balances comfort and beauty.
Here’s a stunning living space featuring wooden beams and accent pieces, tall windows, natural fibers in the jute rug, and a soft blue color scheme for a serene coastal feel.
To make your living room feel more modern, you can always add a touch of black, via lighting, picture frames, bold artwork, or accent pieces.
This light-filled modern organic living room is filled with beautiful details, including a paneled ceiling, built-in storage next to the TV, and a gorgeous mix of neutral tones and natural textures:
Pure Salt Interiors – swivel lounge chairs
Here’s a gorgeous transitional living room featuring a stylish mix of modern and traditional elements.
Whittney Parkinson Design – Sarah Shields Photography – similar coffee table – similar chandelier
Mixing traditional and contemporary light fixtures is a great way to create a balanced look in the living room.
from my post, How to Get the Restoration Hardware Look in Your Home
This open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen features a woven pendant over the dining table to help delineate that area of the room, while a large sectional creates a separation between the living room and dining area.
The use of large windows to emphasize light and space is one of the most popular living room design features for 2026.
Studio McGee – chair and ottoman
Here’s a beautiful living room design with a modern take on coastal style. The statement chandelier adds a chic and cohesive look to this space.
Pure Salt Interiors for Katrina Scott
Contemporary pieces, including the clean-lined sofa, mid-century style chairs, and low-profile coffee table, add a modern touch to this beautiful living room.
Here’s beautiful open-concept living room, kitchen, and dining area with a touch of midcentury modern style.
Pure Salt Interiors – chairs – counter stools
This open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen features a beautiful mix of cozy and modern elements.
Natural materials, such as wood, stone, and leather are commonly used to create a sense of warmth and comfort in the living room.
Leclair Decor – light fixture – chairs
Here’s another view of this beautiful space.
Another popular living room trend is the use of texture to add a touch of coziness and interest to a space.
I love the modern organic touches in this stylish open concept living room and multipurpose room.
An additional element of current living room design trends is the use of open spaces and natural light, and you’ll see many spaces featuring floor plans that allow for plenty of light to flow through.
Pure Salt Interiors – coffee table
This warm and inviting living room corner features a cozy chaise and luxurious throw blanket.
This beautiful small space off the kitchen, called a keeping room, incorporates soft neutrals, wood beams, and a gorgeous grouping of chairs around a striking coffee table to create a luxurious, yet approachable, coastal chic living room design.
Pure Salt Interiors – coffee table
This modern traditional living room features warm white walls, an oversized sectional, and a large square coffee table with beautiful styling.
Light shades such as cream, beige, taupe, and gray create a warm and inviting environment in the living room.
A neutral color palette, contemporary furniture, light touches of blue, and natural elements add a light and airy feeling to this modern coastal space, which is actually a sitting area adjacent to a master bedroom.
However, it’s a great example of how to decorate a small living room or family room with modern coastal style.
Two curved sofas and dark blue walls add a stylish touch to this living room design. The woven coffee table and layered textured rugs bring a modern look to the entire room.
This modern, yet cozy living room upgrade features an upholstered ottoman, neutral sofa, and layered tones and textures for a curated look.
This living room is a beautiful mix of modern and traditional, featuring an arched doorway, detailed crown molding, contemporary furniture, and a warm neutral color palette.
It’s always a good idea to create a focal point around which to balance your elements, which can be achieved via a fireplace, a large piece of artwork, or a coffee table.
I love the relaxed, organic feeling of this small yet stylish coastal living room.
This beautiful living room, with its soft neutral tones and relaxed aesthetic, reflects a touch of coastal boho style.
I love the warm and inviting aesthetic of this open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen design.
A neutral color scheme is pulled all the way through this space, including the wall color and rug.
Here’s a great example of modern coastal style in a small living room. I love the wooden coffee table and soft coastal palette in this space. Here’s a source for the round pendant light.
I love the mix of natural tones and textures throughout this modern great room design.
This beautiful coastal-themed sitting room features a round woven ottoman surrounded by four swivel chairs.
Incorporating a window seat is a great way to create more seating in a narrow rectangular living room.
This modern living room upgrade features a jute rug, large windows, and chocolate brown accents for added depth and interest.
I love this classic minimalist living room design with stylish details and decor.
This warm and welcoming living room is filled with comfortable neutral furniture and decor and a unique TV wall with built-in shelves and library ladder.
Amber Interiors – Photo by Tessa Neustadt – wall color is Simply White by Benjamin Moore
Black accent pieces and hardware are a great way to add contrast, drama, and sophistication to a living room or great room, especially when paired with other neutrals like tan and white.
Neutral tones and textures, combined with statement chandeliers, a wood beamed ceiling treatment, and large windows, bring plenty of natural light to this transitional style living room.
This chic living room design is from a few years ago, but it stands the test of time with its warm white walls and soft neutral color palette.
Beautiful wall molding, layered rugs, and soft, neutral tones bring an elevated look to this beautiful living room.
This cozy family room features a warm color palette and beautifully-styled built-in shelving next to the TV and fireplace.
When designing a living room, it’s a good idea to create a harmonious balance between different elements and ensure that the furniture, lighting, and accessories all complement each other in size and scale.
Warm woods and layered textures bring an inviting touch to this open-concept living room design.
Where to shop for living room furniture and decor
Below are a few of my favorite places to shop for beautiful on-trend living room coffee tables, rugs, lighting, pillows, decor, sofas, sectionals, chairs, and more:
Serena & Lily
Wayfair
Pottery Barn
Pure Salt Interiors
Quince
McGee & Co.
Arhaus
The Life Styled Co.
Dear Keaton
Jenni Kayne
Lulu & Georgia
West Elm
living room sofas, sectionals, and chairs:
living room coffee tables:
living room rugs:
living room decor and pillows:
modern living room lighting:
Whether you’re looking for inspiration for a living room makeover or are completely starting from scratch, I hope you found some helpful living room decorating ideas in this post.
Let me know if you have any questions about decorating a living room, wall decor ideas, and/or great rooms! xo Jane
If you’re looking for more modern living room trends and decor ideas, you might also be interested in these related posts from Jane at Home:
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Great Room Decorating Ideas: How to Design an Open Concept Living Space You’ll Love
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Beautiful Fall Living Room Decor Ideas You’ll Love
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1 Comment
Lori
February 15, 2023 at 4:50 pmWhere can I find the blue chair and matching ottoman?