Redoing your living room on the cheap is a challenge to say the least. You want a new look for the room you spend the most time in, but you can’t expect to get a sofa set, an entertainment unit and other big ticket-items all for under $500. To redo your living room, you’ll have to accept buying larger items in stages and making do with what you have in the meantime. It is possible, however, to multiply the cool factor of your living room on a budget and turn it into a venue others will want to hang out in. Redo your living room by adding a couple of interesting pieces and changing a few accessories; this will really go a long way in altering the living room’s appearance.
We’ll show you how to take your living room from drab to fab using contemporary items that will create a space both your buddies and your dates will want to chill out in.
All prices are listed in U.S. funds.
tables & chairs
Target Hamilton club chair
There’s no faster way to make your living room seem more swish than by adding a large leather piece to it. This black club chair from Target is both comfy and stylish, and as far as leather goes, it’s quite affordable at $299.99. The rolled back and arms are classic, but the overall design is also modern, so consider this piece of furniture to be an investment that you’ll keep around for a few years. You’ll really love kicking back and watching the game over a few beers in this chair, and when you’re ready to add larger-scale, pricier items to your living room, this club chair won’t look out of place. Assembly is straightforward as well since the pieces snap together easily.Cost: $299.99
Ikea Klubbo coffee table
Redo your living room by going for the timeless, eye-catching contrast of black and white by pairing the leather club chair with a white coffee table. This table has sleek, clean lines that will complement the chair and it’s super easy to clean since all you have to do is wipe it with a damp cloth. Alternately, if you already have a decent coffee table that wasn’t a hand-me-down from your parents, you use this as a TV table to prop up your television set and DVD player.Cost: $49.99
accessories
Chiasso blues pillow
Infuse your living room with a little retro funk by adorning your leather chair with a seriously cool-looking pillow. This one from Chiasso uses a graphic pattern of blue waves to create an artful effect that’s pleasing to the senses. The vibrancy of the colors in the pillow will also add a bit of punch to your living room that will prevent the otherwise black and white theme from seeming too stark and boring. Filled with down for maximum comfort, this contemporary pillow is a luxury item that will make your living room seem more lounge-y and less like a place where old furniture comes to die.Cost: $68.00
Ikea Cittra quad spotlight
Changing the light fixtures on your ceiling is relatively simple, not to mention inexpensive, and can really alter the ambiance of a room. For your living room, this quad spotlight made from black-plated nickel will open up the room, making it appear breezier and spacious. Functionally speaking, the lights can be moved along the wire to concentrate light on any of the room’s darker spots. Four halogen bulbs are included in the kit, but take care not to place other objects in the vicinity of the bulbs since they can become very hot and create a potential fire hazard.Cost: $29.99
Sahara tab panel
Accent the blues from your new pillows and make them stand out by purchasing some navy-colored curtains. Easy to install, the dark color of these curtains effectively blocks out light when you have them closed, and they naturally fall into simple, tailored pleats when they’re open. Made from 100% cotton, the curtains also have a slightly rough feel to them that’s just right for a man’s living room. What makes them even more guy-friendly is that you can simply throw them in the wash when they’re looking a bit dusty.Cost: $19.99
Kandinsky coffee table book
No coffee table is complete without a book that serves as a conversation piece, so get one that fits with the theme of your living room. For a book that resonates with the artistic vibe of your pillow, try this book on Kandinsky by Dr. Ulrike Becks-Malorny. Use it to show off your unconventional side or simply as a way to strike up an interesting and intellectually stimulating discussion with your female guests.Cost: $12.99
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