Hello, I recently moved into an apartment and I don't like the layout because it's giving me a small living room to work with. I do get a lot of sunlight from the window during the day so that's nice. Anyways, I got the furniture but I'm totally clueless when it comes to the decor. I've gone to Home Goods but was only able to find the ceramic vase. Would anyone have recommendations on what else I could get from online stores? (PS5 will be removed once its all set and done lol)
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This is a really cozy base already—you’ve got nice warm tones going on, it just needs a bit more layering to feel “finished.”
I had a similar setup before, and the biggest difference came from adding some height and contrast. Right now everything sits at a similar level, so the room feels a bit flat. I’d try adding curtains higher and wider than the window (even if you keep the blinds) to soften that wall and make the space feel taller.
A rug with a bit more contrast or pattern could also help break up all the similar browns/beiges. Doesn’t have to be bold—just something to give a bit of visual separation.
I’d also add one or two taller elements—like a floor lamp in the corner or a plant—to balance out the sofa height. That made a huge difference in my place.
And for the TV wall, even something simple like a couple of frames or a small gallery around it can help it feel less like a “floating screen.”
You’re honestly very close—it just needs a few layers to bring it together.
The previous comment nailed the structural advice – higher curtains and a floor lamp will make a real difference.
For online shopping specifically since you asked: Society6 and Desenio are solid for prints and art at reasonable prices. For the rug, Ruggable is worth a look for apartments – the washable factor is genuinely practical. World Market has good decorative objects with more visual character than what you usually find at HomeGoods without being expensive. And if you want plants (highly recommend for that corner by the window), The Sill ships quality ones.
One thing for the TV wall: floating shelves with a few objects on either side can integrate the screen nicely. Much less committed than a gallery wall and easier to adjust as you figure out your style.