5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

Bringing small living room trends into this area of the home is an easy way to make it feel fresh and fabulous. It’s an area you probably spend a lot of time in (we know we do), so it’s a great one to devote some effort to.

Whether you’re looking for inspo, or want a whole shake-up, we’ve got you. We’ve chatted with design experts to find out what trends they’re excited to be working with in 2024. If you like personal touches and vintage vibes, you’re going to love these.

For those decorating with the latest small space interior trends, start with this room and you’ll immediately feel the benefit in your home.

The latest small living room trends

When looking for living room trends, hone in on those specially suited to small spaces will usher in fab style without cluttering up your space.

As well as five tips from our interior designers, we’ve cherry-picked matching buys so you can start enjoying these trends in your home ASAP.

The prices below were correct at the time of publishing this article.

1. Warm minimalism

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

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Modern small living room ideas last year involved black and white color palettes and plenty of metallic touches. This year, we’re seeing a switch to cozier tones.

“Going for a warm minimalistic look will make a small living room look bigger,” says Tommy Mello, home improvement expert and founder of A1 Garage Door Service.

He continues, “Choose light and airy accent colors like beige and white, then complement these with warmer tones such as peaches and oranges.”

As well as this, Tommy stresses warm minimalism involves only bringing in necessary furniture and decor. A soft couch, throw pillows, and a glowy light are all must-have pieces.

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A white rectangular couch with wooden legs

Lightweight

Wade Logan Carson Carrington Hedeby Loveseat

Size (in.): H33.5 x W60 x D32.5

Made from: Polyester, wood Price: $429.99

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

Two peach square throw pillows

Invisible zipper

Fancy Homi Decorative Throw Pillows

Size (in.): H18 x W18

Made from: Corduroy Price: $12.99 for two

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A gold floor lamp with three lampshades

Adjustable

360 Lighting Aaron Tree Floor Lamp

Size (in.): H64 x W10 x D10

Made from: Metal Price: $79.99

2. Vintage revival

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

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Many of us are looking for ways we can do better for the planet, and interior designers are now bringing this mindset into how they design homes.

“Incorporating vintage furniture and decor into living rooms and the whole home is a priority on all my design projects,” says Heather Knight-Willcock, interior designer at Heather KW Styles and expert for ShopGoodwill.com.

She continues, “If you do not have any heritage pieces, then shopping secondhand not only adds a touch of history to a room but also promotes sustainability and reduces the environmental impact of fast furniture.”

This way, you’ll end up with a piece no one else will have, and unique enough to bag you plenty of compliments. The resurgence of upcycling furniture and shopping at thrift stores is also a key TikTok interior trend for 2024.

3. Toned down maximalism

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

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Bright and bold colors were everywhere last year, with the Barbiecore trend making pink cool again and maximalism making a big splash, too. While you can still bring these into your living room, design experts suggest toning it down a little to make your small space look more timeless.

“Statement lighting fixtures, vibrant accents, and eye-catching artwork will create focal points and draw attention away from limited space,” says Jonathan Faccone, design expert and founder of Halo Homebuyers.

Adding just one of these will bring visual interest and showcase your fabulous, playful personality without overwhelming the room.

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A pink tulip shaped floor lamp

Top rated

Tulip Floor Lamp

Size (in.): H63 x W16

Made from: Iron Price: $199

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A multi-colored fluffy throw pillow

Statement piece

Crazy Yarn Throw Pillow

Size (in.): W18 x L18

Made from: Cotton Price: $59

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A red and pink book that says

Conversation starter

Words to Live By Book

Size (in.): H6.2 x W0.65 x L8.25

Made from: Paper Price: $10.17

4. Affordable luxury

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

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Last year was all about bringing in expensive-looking touches, thanks to the surge of quiet luxury. This year, the trend is still huge, but it’s here in a more budget-friendly way.

Heather explains, “In 2024, the trend of affordable luxury is making waves in interior design.”

“From vintage chandeliers to intricately designed seats, the allure of affordable luxury lies in the thrill of finding treasures to add a sense of richness to your home,” Heather adds.

Keep an eye out for pieces with eye-catching details when bringing this trend into your small living room — no matter if you’re shopping at secondhand furniture stores or finding something new.

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A dark gray pleated accent chair with a swivel base

Easy assembly

Dewhut Swivel Cuddle Accent Chair

Size (in.): H30.51 x W28.15 x D27.17

Made from: Velvet, wood Price: $269.99

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A gray hanging chandelier

Dimmable

Canora Gray Barabbas Empire Chandelier

Size (in.): H22.13 x W20.25 x D20.25 Made from: Metal, glass Price: $56.99

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A black wall art print of a Chanel perfume bottle with a chain across it

So chic

Golden Chain Wall Art Poster

Size (in.): H12 x W8 Made from: Paper Price: $11.97

5. Purposeful dressing

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

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Just like editing down maximalist colors, removing unnecessary furniture pieces is a key small living room trend for 2024.

“I’m seeing a bigger focus on creating functional spaces, from utilizing vertical space to choosing multifunctional furniture,” says Ricky Allen, interior designer and founder of Ever Wallpaper.

If you’re picking out a new furniture piece, think about how many different ways you can use it and look at what it can offer you before taking the plunge.

For example, instead of grabbing a regular seat, choose an ottoman with storage to maximize space.

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A round white storage ottoman with wooden legs

Faux sheepskin

Homepop Cole Classics Round Storage Ottoman

Size (in.): H18 x W9 x D19

Made from: Wood, polyester Price: $68.99

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A gray rectangular storage ottoman with a tufted button top and wooden legs

Thick frame

Songmics Storage Ottoman Bench

Size (in.): H17.7 x W17.7 x L46.5

Made from: Fabric, wood Price: $149.99

5 small living room trends for 2024 — designs experts love these stunning styles

A beige cube storage ottoman

Collapsible

Humble Crew Folding Storage Ottoman

Size (in.): H15.35 x W15.35 x D2.76

Made from: MDF Price: $18.99

When bringing in any decor trends into your design, be mindful of the space you’re working with, as adding too much can overwhelm little homes.

Ricky adds, “It can be a challenge making small living rooms appear larger without compromising on comfort or style, but you can do it by using the right impactful designs.”

If you’re still looking for how to bring trends into this space, it’s worth knowing the outdated living room trends to avoid, as these can make your space look dated.

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