We love transitional style because it lets us play with different design periods and decorative objects. Plus, there's no wrong way to style a transitional living room. Looking for living room interior design inspiration? Look no further. Browse six of our favorite living room design ideas below.

1. Rustic & Cozy

Rustic living room design ideas are ideal for creating a cozy space to relax. One must-have for a rustic living room is a buttery-soft leather sofa. Choose a leather with clay- or bark-colored undertones. Roll out a warm-toned rug in a Persian or Oriental print to define a conversation area. For living rooms, we suggest choosing a rug that's made from polypropylene or wool because both materials are warm and super easy to clean. Complete your rustic living room with wood and brass details, like this coffee and accent table combo.

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Love this gallery wall? Us too. There's something so unique about the framed art and textured baskets. If you're on the hunt for gallery wall ideas, check out Our Most Inspiring Gallery Wall Ideas Yet guide.

2. Elevated & Coastal

Coastal decor is one of the living room interior designs that never goes out of style. Cleanse your palette by starting with a crisp white sofa and accent chairs. Center the furniture over an ocean-inspired rug. We love seaside colors or jute for a more nautical look. Hang a large circular mirror with a bone-inlay frame to create a focal point. The circle shape will give a nod to a boat's windows, and the bone inlay is reminiscent of ocean driftwood.

3. Soft Neutrals

If you're a transitional style devotee and are looking for living room design ideas that you can add to over time, consider a living room with a neutral palette. We love neutral living rooms because you can have so much fun layering different shades, patterns, and textures. This plush sofa is just the right starting point – anything plusher and the sofa will look larger than the room. Swap out throw pillows, blankets, and poufs as the seasons change. To give the room even more coziness, layer a couple of rugs on top of one another.

Pro Tip:

Obsessed with all things neutral? Check out our 9 Neutral Living Room Ideas guide for even more inspiration.

4. Curated Maximalism

You know the saying "more is more"? Well, in this gorgeous, curated living room we could not agree more. To re-create this look, start with a simple sofa and accent seating. Keep the flow of traffic in mind when arranging the furniture – no one should have to hobble around a coffee table to go top off their wine glass. Build around the conversation area with glam and eclectic decorative pieces. Hang a bold chandelier or twin pendants. This beaded drum chandelier is a great crossover piece that strikes the right balance between glam and boho.

Curate the pieces you love even more by styling your coffee table. Start with a large decorative tray, add a natural element like these faux botanicals, then add a few pieces with different heights. Think: brass decorative bells, a stack of coffee table books, and a ceramic bowl with seasonal candy.

Pro Tip:

For more coffee table styling inspiration, check out our guide 7 Secrets to Styling a Coffee Table.

5. Airy & Bohemian

Eclectic and boho living room design ideas are a great way to infuse your unique personality into the room. Create a solid foundation by rolling out a soft, boho-style area rug. Think: colorful and patterned. Choose simple furniture with exposed legs and minimal tufting – you want the decor to speak the loudest in this living room.

Rather than decorating the coffee table or accent tables, create a vignette on a bookcase or built-ins. Mix in earthy pieces, like man-made vases, with glass or concrete accents. Add your favorite books and items collected from your travels, and you'll have an amazing story right on your shelves.

Pro Tip:

Need help getting started on your bookcase? Check out our guide How to Style a Bookcase in a Few Simple Steps for inspiration.

6. Traditional Meets Modern

In a more traditional living room (think: crown molding, a built-in fireplace, or a cutout ceiling), keep things interesting by adding in fresh, modern pieces. To achieve that quintessential modern living room interior design, you'll want to choose simple, leggy silhouettes with very minimal decorative details.

Keep the contemporary design comfortable by adding throw pillows to soften the room. Add depth to the room with large wall art – we love these side-by-side pieces. Or hang a mirror with a thin, simple frame. If the living room needs more texture, opt for a modern wall hanging or decorative baskets instead. For modern art, stick to pieces that have a minimal color palette and bold lines.

Pro Tip:

If you love transitional style for its ability to mix and match all things comfortable and stylish, check out our 12 Transitional Living Room Ideas guide for even more inspiration.

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