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8 Modern Living Room Decor Ideas That Are Full of Personality

August 11, 2021
black and white striped rug in modern living room

If the idea of a modern living room has you envisioning a boring, sterile, and unwelcoming space, you’re not alone. But it is possible to embrace the sleek lines, simple elements, and neutral color palettes associated with modern decor without giving up warmth and comfort. 

Whether it’s incorporating unique art or adding the right modern rug, it’s easy to create a modern style living room that’s full of warmth and personality. 

To inspire you to embrace the style in your own home, we’ve rounded up eight modern living room decor ideas that are anything but boring. 

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1. Simply Imaginative 

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Marrakesh Beige Ivory Rug
Photo by: @brittnimehlhoff
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The geometric design elements featured on the pillows, wall art, and large Moroccan-inspired rug give this modern style living room a creative energy we’re absolutely loving. The room is simple without being boring, as each individual element appears carefully selected for both form and function. Meanwhile, the mix of warm neutrals gives the simple space visual intrigue.

2. Cozy Mod

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Hendesi Heriz Cream Rug
Photo by: @kelsikendel
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Cozy touches, such as the rich leather couch and woven baskets, balance out the sharper modern living room decor elements, like the chairs, coffee table, and bookshelves. While not a typical modern living room rug choice, the cream Persian rug is just subtle enough to work with the whole contrasting aesthetic.

3. The Classics

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Thalia Black Rug
Photo by: @thebowmancats
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Varying tones of gray furniture give this naturally lit space a classically cool appeal. Meanwhile, the sleek design of the couch, chair, and coffee table legs add a serious, contemporary feel. To pull it all together is a black and white striped modern living room rug that compliments the softness of the room’s hues and the sharpness in the furniture’s details. 

4. Desert Chic 

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Marble Golden Ivory Rug
Photo by: @danireggiardo
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For those who want modern living room decor with a boho twist, this space is the perfect example. The sleek white furniture mixed with the warm blonde wood accents creates a calming charm that’s unmatched. Complete the look with a lot of ceramics and an abstract rug that looks like swirls of sand at sunset.

5. A Walk on the Wild Side 

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Kella Off White Rug
Photo by: @gazelle_bahramian
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Lean into your wild ways with a modern living room that embraces a bit of a jungle vibe. Start with a modern basic, like this classic white couch, then add in an abstract black and white rug that gives off a scaly look and a wood table that looks like the base of a tree trunk. To tie it all together, you’ll naturally want to fill the space with as much greenery as possible.

6. Beautifully Beige

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Kavi Diamond Rose Gold Rug
Photo by: @lizlovery
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Beige doesn’t have to be boring, and this small modern living room is proof. The couch and chair in similar shades look even better paired with the rose gold Moroccan-style rug, which gives the entire space a rosy glow. Pull the whole look together with touches of natural wood placed around the room via a chair, coffee table and decorative ladder for a laidback finish. 

7. Funky Fab 

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Gradasi Grey Rug
Photo by: @mybelonging
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Have you ever seen a modern living room with such style? The abstract wall art works together with the unique light fixture and striped rug for an unconventional take on modern living room decor. Add a wall hanging and fluffy pillows to soften the look.  

8. Minimally Sleek

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Modern Deco Gold Rug
Photo by: @thismintymoment
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This beautiful modern living room leans into a sophisticated color palette that truly embraces neutrals. The grey, black, tan, and golden tones all blend together beautifully to give the space depth and visual interest. The only patterned element in the room comes from the art deco living room rug, featuring a linear design that matches the asymmetrical shelving, tying it all together. 

READERS: Would you embrace modern living room decor? Let us know in the comments.

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Emily Rekstis
Emily Rekstis is a Brooklyn-based freelance writer. She's written about everything from perfumes for The Cut to cultural wedding dress codes for Fashionista to Mother's Day houseplants for Allure. When she's not working through her latest piece, you can probably find Emily reading a NYC-based book, watching Turner Movie Classics, or cooking something overly hearty.

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Maura
September 9, 2021 at 8:29 pm
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Do you recommend these for bathrooms?



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    RUGGABLE
    September 24, 2021 at 11:22 am
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    Hey, Maura! Ruggable rugs can be placed in a restroom however, we don’t suggest placing our rugs in the place as a bath mat. Our rugs are water-resistant but not water absorbent.

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