Discover the Biggest Living Room Trends to Know for 2027

A large living room with cream walls, crown moulding, a large marble fireplace with a pink hearth, a low, round wooden coffee table, a mid-century armchair, and blue-painted shelving alcoves. — (Image credit: Photography: Will Slater / Interior Design: Laura Stephens)

Trends can feel fleeting, but refreshing your current living room setup doesn't have to revolve around the short-lived looks du jour. In fact, timeless design styles that look good beyond the present will bring just as much personality, and even more style, into your living room.

As interior design trends move away from purely aesthetics and focus on comfort and liveability, our living rooms are following suit. Personality-led design that embraces character and quirks is officially in, meaning playful color, relaxed shapes, and eclectic, lived-in details are cropping up in some of the most accomplished living rooms today.

Whether you're rethinking your living room layout after embracing a more informal look (one of the biggest living room trends for 2026) or want to invest in time-assured furniture styles, these eight trends will guide you in creating a timeless, authentic living room in 2027 (and beyond) with comfort and character at the centre.

1. Living Room Nooks

A living room with grey grasscloth walls, a nook with a small upholstered banquette, a wooden round table, two brown pouffes, an Art Deco mirror on the wall, a red sconce, and a vase of flowers. — This carved-out corner is perfect for alone time *and* intimate conversations.

From secluded spots in home libraries to tranquil havens hidden underneath staircases, cozy alcoves and inviting reading nooks are designed for the sole act of slowing down. These smart designs can help make your living room space work harder, creating cozy, separate areas and a 'room within a room' for other activities such as reading, resting, or entertaining.

'The space (pictured above) was originally intended for built-in cabinetry,' begins Zoe Crooks, Principal of JD Ireland Design, 'but without a collection to display or a real need for additional storage, why add more stuff?! Instead, we saw an opportunity to create an intimate seating area that offers a different way to enjoy the living room.'

'The mirror reflects light and adds depth, while the banquette and table make it the perfect spot for coffee, conversation, or an evening cocktail. Carved out of the larger space, the nook feels like its own little destination – cozy and inviting, with a personality and purpose all its own, yet still connected to the rest of the room.'

2. Tiny Tables

a soft living room with a large yellow check rug, striped ottoman, two leather and wooden armchairs, a dark yellow couch and paper lampshade — Ottomans, side tables, and stools are like 'little characters gathered around a room', Hollie Velten says. 'They make the space feel a bit more relaxed and less formally arranged.'

Mini stools, side tables, and ottomans may feel like they all serve the same purpose, but for the latest living furniture trends in hardworking living rooms, each puts in the work. From a spot to rest your drink to a place to prop your feet after a long day, these charming pieces aren't just practical; they create a layered, lived-in feel in our living spaces.

'I love a room that feels like the furniture has been collected rather than purchased as a matching set,' explains designer Hollie Velten of SPACES by Hollie Velten. 'Little stools and ottomans are a great way to play with scale, shape, and personality without adding another big piece of furniture. I especially love the relationship between the smaller pieces and the larger upholstered furniture. Something is so charming about these little characters gathered around a room, and they make the space feel a bit more relaxed and less formally arranged.'

'I love the idea of a room having a few unexpected little moments rather than everything being perfectly scaled and coordinated. A tiny stool beside an oversized chair, or a funny little ottoman tucked into a corner, can bring so much more life to a space than another conventional side table,' Hollie adds.

3. Mixing Eras

A living room with high ceilings, a large stone fireplace, two linen sofas with warm neutral cushions, a wrought-iron coffee table, and a large potted tree in the corner. — 'Pair antiques with clean-lined upholstery, incorporate negative space, and allow one or two strong vintage pieces to be the focus rather than filling a room with them,' says Lauren Sullivan.

Decorating with vintage is one of the most impactful ways to make a living room feel personal, layered, and most of all, full of character and story. While designers have long relied on preloved gems to inject charm into schemes, in 2027, it's all about using a balance of old and new to create a truly unique look.

Think a splash of midcentury modern, with a little Victorian, and then a pinch of Art Deco thrown in. 'The key is layering,' advises Lauren Sullivan, Founder & Curator of Well x Design and Well Found. 'Pair antiques with clean-lined upholstery, incorporate negative space, and allow one or two strong vintage pieces to be the focus rather than filling a room with them. Contrast is what makes older pieces feel relevant.'

She continues, 'I like to think about form and integrity first – not just patina or age. A beautifully proportioned antique next to a modern light fixture or contemporary art instantly feels current. Vintage decorating works best when it feels collected over time rather than recreated from a single moment in history. The goal isn’t to replicate the past –it’s to let it inform the present in a way that feels intentional and alive.'

4. Warm, Saturated Neutrals

Neutral living room featuring a leather magazine rack, lacquered round coffee table, mid-century-inspired accent chair, and low-slung chocolate sofa. — Embrace rich browns, soft caramels, and warm creams for a cocooning, comforting living room.

Neutrals may have taken a backseat in recent years, but as we crave comfortable, liveable spaces that last beyond fleeting trends, they're making a welcome return to living rooms in 2027.

While sometimes a room needs a good white paint for balance and airiness, we don't mean we're going back to the era of all-white rooms lacking soul. This year, we're embracing warm neutrals from every end of the spectrum; think burnt rusts, deep coffee browns, and orange-infused ambers that balance warmth and richness.

'Echoes of the 1970s continue to be seen in the latest color trends,' says Helen Shaw, Director of Marketing (International) at Benjamin Moore. 'Earthy oranges, terracottas and amber hues recall retro interiors, sun-faded fabrics, and the golden glow of vintage photography. When paired with grounded greens, bark browns and deep reds, these tones feel enveloping, mood-lifting and timelessly stylish – a contemporary revival of an iconic era.'

5. Jacquard & Tapestry Fabrics

A living room with a blue patterned sofa, two vintage jacquard armchairs, a large print of a period property, a neutral rug, and a dark wood coffee table in the centre. — 'To me, a tonal jacquard acts like a more interesting cousin to a solid', says Dafna Kikuchi.

From tapestry decor to jacquard upholstery, time-worn, embroidered fabrics bring warmth and richness to living rooms. Beautiful beside neutral tones and organic materials, these artisanal fabrics are loved for their rich texture and historic feel.

'I think jacquards add a depth to a room as an alternative to a true solid,' says interior designer Dafna Kikuchi, founder of Daf & Co. 'I think people are craving more soulful interiors and jacquard can lend more of a storied feel to a space without being stuffy.'

'We started with the English roll arm sofa that the client actually already owned (pictured above). When I got my hands on it, the shape was classic, but the fabric was a white performance linen. We agreed to reuse the sofa but to recover it in one of my favourite floral Decore Barbares fabrics.'

'From there, I continued to layer my infinite patterned fabrics and source a mix of vintage and modern shapes,' Dana explains. 'The client was very trusting but did request we add a solid, and that is how I positioned the beautiful olive green Soane jacquard. To me, a tonal jacquard acts like a more interesting cousin to a solid. It's not as loud as a pattern, but it doesn’t fade away either; it creates balance with all the other fabrics in the scheme.'

6. Fluid, Low-Slung Shapes

Low-slung, relaxed shapes make our living rooms feel laid-back, casual, and effortlessly cozy. Think curved-back chairs, low-level coffee tables, and modular sectionals.

'I think there’s a real appetite for interiors that feel comfortable and lived-in, rather than overly polished or formal,' interior designer Laura Stephens says. 'Lower furniture and softer, more relaxed shapes help create that feeling, making a room feel less rigid and more inviting. They can also be a lovely way to balance a more traditional property, as we have done here (above), with something contemporary and informal.'

'I also think lower furniture can bring a really interesting sense of proportion to a room,' Laura continues. A low coffee table creates a stronger horizontal line, which can help ground the seating area, while allowing the eye to travel across the room and appreciate the wider scheme. I particularly like the contrast between low, sculptural pieces and more traditional architectural details, as it stops a space from feeling too formal or predictable. It’s about balancing height, scale and silhouette to create a room that feels both considered and comfortable.'

'A low, informal coffee table works beautifully with this approach. It keeps the overall feel laid-back, allows the other pieces in the room to shine, and makes the seating area feel like somewhere you can really put your feet up and relax.'

7. Symmetry Is Back

Warm living room with large butter yellow windows, a large beige sofa with pink cushions, two midcentury armchairs, a wooden coffee table, a striped rug, and a lamp in the corner. — A symmetrical layout brings order to this cozy living room.

The perfect living room layout depends on the size of your space and the pieces you have; however, if you choose one formula to follow this year, focus on creating as much symmetry as possible.

'Symmetry gives the eye a place to rest,' designer Sydney Jackson states. 'When you're taking in a room as a whole, your brain doesn't have to process two entirely different things if they're a matching pair. At the same time, using a pair of chairs, ottomans, or even lamps can give those pieces a stronger presence than they might have individually. I don't tend to design spaces that feel too pristine or perfectly composed. I love rooms that are layered, collected, and a little unexpected. But introducing moments of symmetry within that mix can be really grounding,' Sydney explains. 'It creates a sense of calm and intention that allows the more eclectic elements to shine.'

'There is already a lot going on visually in this room (above) from an architectural standpoint – the painted built-ins, exposed wood beams, and long row of windows – so I wanted the furniture arrangement to feel intentional rather than introduce more visual noise. A pair of matching chairs instantly brings a sense of order and restraint to the space. Even the contrasting sofa cushions echo that idea of a matching pair, creating a subtle sense of balance without everything feeling too coordinated.'

8. Color-Drenched Shelving

Living room with built-in bookshelves painted bright red, looking into a larger living room with a sofa, parquet flooring, large windows with shutters, a floral ottoman, and a wooden floor lamp. — Rebecca Wakefield used Farrow & Ball's *Charlotte's Locks* to infuse this traditional living room with playful energy.

Color-drenched shelving is replacing boring white built-ins in living rooms for 2027 and beyond. From rooms wrapped in color to alcoves fitted with statement shelving, this colorful bookshelf trend invites playfulness to living room storage.

'Using color in shelving and joinery can really lift a space, and because open shelving is packed with books and objects, a really bright color is slightly diffused, and not as overpowering as simply painting a wall,' interior designer Rebecca Wakefield of Studio Fortnum says.

'A ‘feature wall’ can be quite a dated way to add color, so using it instead in joinery feels more contemporary and considered. Here, I used this color to punch through the more traditional colors and details in the house. I didn't want to completely color-drench the shelves, as it would have been too bold a statement in this home; instead, we used a palette of relatively ‘heritage’ colors like Farrow & Ball's Old White, which contrasted so well with the energetic orange and made the house feel alive and vibrant.'

The 2027 Living Room Shopping Edit

These eight looks are centered around comfort and character. From the latest living room furniture looks to history-rich details and warming, saturated hues that bring sophistication into our living spaces, they transcend fleeting trends and embrace timelessness. For more living room decorating inspiration, you can also explore our piece on the biggest living room lighting trends for 2027.

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