How To Style Your Living Room From Under $5k To $20k

Under $5k

No matter what budget you’re working with, there are some key pieces that every living room needs, starting with the sofa.

Luckily, there are some excellent options around the $2000 mark, including the Sunday Sofa from Fenton & Fenton. It’s a modular design, which is especially great for those on a budget, as you can start with the two-seater and always add in more pieces later down the track!

A rug is another must-have, and we love the balance of earthy browns and pops of colour in this limited-edition design by Zouzou Rugs and Double Studio.

With the big-ticket items out of the way, you still have room in the $5000 budget for a few other cost-effective pieces. Instead of a large coffee table, opt for a simple but colourful side table, or consider adding a feature wall using a pop of blue paint from Tint.

Total spend: $4796

Under $10k

Six figures is a very healthy budget for styling a living room! It means you can splurge on statement pieces with slightly more detail and elevated materials, like the oak timber-and-tiled Palm Drive Coffee Table by Trit House.

It pairs nicely with Eva’s Eclipse Sofa, which has a chaise for extra comfort. You can also factor in a bigger rug, like the Emilio from Weave, a side table, and an elegant pendant light.

And don’t forget to invest in some styling objects to make the space sing! Think patterned cushions or a little original artwork from Sunday Salon.

Total spend: $9841

Under $20k

With $20,000 to play with, the world is your oyster. We suggest investing in some distinctive luxury pieces; think ELLISON STUDIO’s ultra-plush Float Sofa, which has been designed to mimic the feeling of a 1970s conversation pit! Sometimes with a bigger budget, less is more, so focus on furniture with strong silhouettes.

You can also have more fun with multiple light sources. Pair the Ingo Maurer Floatation Suspension Lamp from Space Furniture with a sculptural floor lamp to fill your living room with a soft glow every evening.

Embrace an eclectic look by mixing timber with stainless steel in the side tables, while using a substantial rug like the Malawi hand-knotted wool rug from Armadillo as an ‘anchor’ that ties all these pieces together in the space for a high-end look.

Total spend: $19,648