Most living rooms don't need new furniture. They need the finishing pieces: something tall and green, softer light, a little texture and a place for the blankets. These eight living room decor ideas make a room feel finished without a renovation.

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Height and light

A tall faux olive tree
1The corner

A tall faux olive tree

An olive tree in the living room fills an empty corner and makes the whole room feel finished. Six feet of realistic greenery, no watering, no sun needed.

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An arched floor mirror
2The wall

An arched floor mirror

A tall arched mirror bounces light around and makes a small room feel twice as big. Lean it behind a chair or next to the olive tree.

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A vintage mushroom lamp
3The glow

A vintage mushroom lamp

Turn off the big light. A small lamp with a soft glass shade is the fastest way to a cozy evening.

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Shelf decor and vases

A trio of matte ceramic vases
4Shelf decor

A trio of matte ceramic vases

Group in threes, vary the heights, keep the colors calm. One dried stem in each and the shelf is styled.

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A tall rustic vase for branches
5Vase decorating ideas

A tall rustic vase for branches

Fill it with olive branches or eucalyptus and the corner comes alive. Earthy stripes, handmade look.

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Texture and storage

A boucle pouf ottoman
6Put your feet up

A boucle pouf ottoman

Footrest, extra seat or side table. Boucle adds texture without a new sofa.

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Woven seagrass baskets
7Blanket basket

Woven seagrass baskets

A blanket basket next to the sofa keeps throws handy and the room tidy. The set of three works for toys and towels too.

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A fluted wood console
8Console table decorating

A fluted wood console

Behind the couch or in the entryway: a slim fluted console with a lamp, a stack of books and a vase is the classic styling formula.

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Start with one corner

Pick the corner you see first when you walk in. Add something tall, something soft and a warm light. Once that corner feels finished, the rest of the room follows.

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