Sometimes you have a corner in the living room that you're not sure what to do with, and you leave it blank. Once you've decorated it, you'll realize it makes a big difference. Do you also have a corner in your house that you don't know what to do with? Here we share 5 ways to decorate that empty corner in the living room.
A haven for readers
A chair with plenty of cushions, a small side table and a stack of cleverly designed shelves above it with a reading light on the underside of the bottom shelf, and you've instantly turned a dull corner into a wonderfully cozy retreat to retreat to. If you enjoy reading (or if you're a tech aficionado), why not designate a quiet corner as your library away from the distraction of the TV?
A green oasis
Houseplants can liven up a room and improve your sense of well-being. As long as it's not too dark, a corner can be a great place to create a little green oasis, even in a modern or minimalist design. Large exotic plants or something unusual, such as a large cactus or a single elegant orchid, can instantly transform a space.
A miniature art gallery
You don't need a huge empty wall to display art. A corner can serve as a place to position an eye-catching piece of art – art that stops passersby in their way. Corners are also ideal for three-dimensional art such as porcelain or small sculptures (and they also act as a refuge for fragile pieces, providing solid protection on both sides!). Lighting is vital if you want to present art in a corner space, so pay attention to how shadows come from different angles to achieve the best result that ensures the focus remains on the artwork.
A quirky piece
A 60s jukebox, a Victorian letterbox… quirky pieces are ideal in corners. They are unexpected, they are fun and they show your personality and your individuality. They are usually large, imposing pieces that would dominate the room if you placed them in the center of the living space. While this may be the effect you're after, a corner space is more practical, especially if the item is something that would trip guests if placed in the center of the room! Give it a space - recreate the corner around the item, again using smart lighting and decorative wall art that draws attention to its main feature.
A practical storage space
Corners don't have to be 'wasted space'. A beautiful chest of drawers is a perfect corner piece, as are simple, minimalist shelves. Perfect for storing all kinds of products, and it keeps your living room organized. These chests of drawers make maximum use of space by using height instead of depth or width.
