It’s fair to say that modern living room design is one of the most important decisions you can make for your home. As many as seven in ten people say their perfect night involves spending time on their living room sofa.
The perfect living room, however, looks different for every person. What you love, someone else may hate, and it can be difficult to know how to furnish and decorate your living room. There are various living room design trends in 2024 that you may be interested in. Perhaps you have tried a few design trends in the past, and now your space is starting to look dated. Following trends is fun, but it’s important to make sure you’re designing with long-term trends and not fleeting fads.
If you’re looking to refresh your living room, there are several design trends you should be aware of. Keep reading to learn more about the trends that are dominating modern living room design in 2025.
Modern Living Rooms Love Multifunctional Furniture
MIDJ: Drop D35 H45 Side Table
A modern living room design supports multifunctional furniture to optimize the available space. This is beneficial for small living spaces, in supporting functionality. Imagine using a multifunctional piece of furniture like the Bergen in your living room. Its design features a rectangular and linear small table with a fabric or leather shelf that you can use to place your hi-tech accessories or magazines. An extractable tray completes its design to add more value.
The Diciotto modular collection provides another practical multifunctional furniture piece. Its configuration comprises wood paneling accessorized with cloth rails and shelves. It has an open tray at the top that you can use as a surface for holding your clothes and other items. The Diciotto range supports different configurations. You can apply the trama texture to the fronts and inserts of the Fascia wardrobe’s finish. An alternative texture is the scult finish that features an inverse groove.
Multifunctional furniture enhances practicality and versatility in your home. A large modern modular sofa allows you to create a functional corner living room. A sectional sofa comes in various sizes and configurations, including linear and corner versions. Corner compositions feature two seats on both sides and a 45-degree cut to keep the sofa open and accessible. Beyond functionality, the sofa enriches and personalizes your environment.
Bold Colors in Modern Living Room Design
EGO: L’ego
All-white interiors are out, and bold colors are in. Shades of red, green, and yellow are on trend right now and are a great choice for any modern living room. If you want a more neutral look, try shades of brown and other earth tones.
If you’re nervous about adding color to your living room, start out slowly. Instead of painting the whole room a bold color, try it out first with an accent wall. Or add small pops of color to your space with pillows, throw blankets, and other pieces of decor.
Curved Furniture
Curved furniture was popular in the 60s and 70s and is seeing a resurgence in 2025. A curved sofa or a round coffee table will soften up your space and make it feel more approachable and inviting.
Many of our brands offer curved living room furniture. This is a great way to enhance your modern living room design.
Decorating with Patterns
Decorating with patterns is another interior design trend that is gaining popularity. Patterns add character and can help define distinct areas within your space.
When decorating your living room, try mixing patterns that have similar color schemes. Make sure the patterns you choose also have a similar scale. Add small pops of pattern all over your space, or choose one bold pattern for a large furniture piece, such as a sofa.
Global-Inspired Design
Have you been missing your favorite vacation destination over the past few years? Bring the vacation vibes into your home with a global-inspired design. If you’re a beach-goer, try adding sea-inspired motifs such as fish or coral to your living room. If you’re a global traveler, try adding tribal prints or geometric designs.
Natural Materials
SCAP: Over Modular Sofa
Decorating with natural materials is gaining popularity. It’s a great way to bring the outdoors into your living room.
Materials, such as wood and stone, and natural fabrics, such as wool and linen, add subtle texture to a space. These materials also create a sense of calm and foster a connection to nature.
Handcrafted Elements
In the digital age, more individuals appreciate handcrafted artisanal elements. This includes handcrafted armchairs like the Louis XV-style armchair. The chair features a refined carving and modern fabric creating a contemporary visual effect. Our armchair collections are elegant and offer customization possibilities. The Louis XV armchair has finely handcrafted details, gilded carvings, and a crackled ivory finish that gives a timeless elegance. To add a distinction to the design, our experts weave the trimmings along the padding profile. We provide various selections of finishes and fabrics to achieve extraordinary beauty.
Refine your living room with Michelangelos’ Louis XVI-style mirror. The mirror has an elegant frame embellished with hand-made carvings. Our mirror collection provides various customization possibilities and contains beveled mirror compositions. Our experts customize each item to measure and integrate perfectly into your living space. This mirror above the fireplace has various sections that are crafted individually to enrich the overall aesthetic. The workmanship gives depth to the furniture piece and amplifies the visual effect.
Earthy Tones
If you want to keep things simple, you may want to opt for more basic living room color trends. Natural earthy tones are a great way to create a warm, welcoming space. You can also use furnishing and decor to introduce natural textures, adding to the laid-back and inviting feel.
Biophilic Design
The biophilic design approach enhances your connection to nature indoors. This design integrates natural elements into your living space to create a refreshing and calming environment. Incorporating indoor plants and maximizing natural light creates a soothing and invigorating living space. To achieve a biophilic design, strategically place your indoor plant on our Girotondo coffee table. This table is extensible, featuring a revolving glass top and a painted steel base. Incorporating living elements into your living room enhances its aesthetics and improves the air quality. Snake plants, ferns, and peace lilies effectively filter out harmful toxins. The presence of greenery also lowers stress levels and improves your overall well-being.
Organic materials and shapes further add to the aesthetic appeal of biophilic designs. Natural materials like stone and wood connect you with the natural world and evoke a sense of harmony. Furniture with asymmetrical forms and curved lines softens the rigid modern architecture and creates a more inviting and comfortable space. The Berchet living room couch features the perfect complementary curves for biophilic designs. It comes with a side table with a marble top, perfect for holding flowers and indoor plants. Incorporating nature indoors emphasizes the importance of the natural environment in offering physiological and psychological benefits.
Another easy way to bring the outdoors inside is by decorating with house plants. They add natural beauty to your space, and they also have several health benefits. This includes everything from purifying the air to reducing stress levels. Try styling the surfaces in your living room with a variety of small succulents. For a more dramatic look, try plants with trailing vines, such as philodendrons.
Decorating with Mirrors
ROZ: MI210 ALPHA
Mirrors are a great addition to any space because they reflect light and make rooms feel larger. This isn’t a new concept, but it continues to be on trend in 2022.
Try adding an asymmetrical, curved mirror to add some modern flair. Or try adding a more traditional mirror for some contrast. Both of these ideas will enhance your modern living room design.
Statement Lighting
Lighting is an important part of any space, including the living room. Don’t be afraid to be bold when choosing light fixtures.
Instead of relying on floor lamps, make a statement by hanging a pendant over your coffee table. Pair this with table lamps or another accent lighting for a well-rounded lighting design.
Maximalism
Moving into 2025, interior design is shifting from minimalism towards maximalism. This involves the combination of bold colors, layered textures, and eclectic patterns to express your personality in the living room. Maximalism embraces the use of diverse materials and rich hues to create visually stimulating environments. Among the color choices in maximalist designs include rich jewel tones like ruby red, sapphire blue, and emerald green. When incorporated in your walls or furniture, these colors provide a vibrant backdrop that boosts your creativity. The TAO bookcase blends into a maximalist living space, regardless of the background color. The case exhibits a simple circular design with a steel frame and tempered glass shelves.
Eclectic patterns are crucial in enhancing a maximalist effect in your living room. Bold geometric prints and floral patterns add visual intrigue and create focal points. You can pair large-scale prints with small, subtle designs to create a curated cohesive look. The mistral system is a perfect addition to complete your maximalist look. It is available as a wall version or double-sided bookcase shelf. You can use it to create infinite width and height compositions. Its structure can either be chocolate-stained Canaletto walnut or dark frise Sycomoro. The meta part is available in satin bronze and chrome finishes.
Tech Integrated Smart Spaces
FAZZ: Lekurve TV Unit
On the flip side, you may want to establish a more modern feel, and integrating smart technology is a great way to do this. You can use smart technology for all kinds of things these days, including TVs, fireplaces, and living room lighting.
On top of the design aspects, this can be a great approach functionally. You can control different devices with your phone or even your voice, making things much easier and more streamlined.
Furnishing Your Modern Living Room with Michaelangelo Designs
There are plenty of living room styles in 2025 that you can choose from. You may want something bold and unique or simple and calming. Either way, it’s important to consider your options and determine what’s best for you.
Michelangelo Designs is a leading supplier of upscale Italian furniture that has been in operation for over 35 years. Contact us today or come into the showroom for help with your modern living room.