How to Decorate a Long Wall With a Curved Couch

A curved couch can establish a modern, minimalist or unusual decor and style to a room with a long wall. Work with the curve of the sofa to create a room that is inviting and interesting, while functioning in a way that works for your lifestyle and your space. Decorate around the curved sofa to keep it from becoming dwarfed or looking out of place in front of the long wall. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

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Paint the wall behind the sofa in a bright color or use wallpaper with a large, but attention-grabbing pattern. Decorating the wall behind the sofa commands attention and draws the eye toward the sofa.

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Arrange other pieces of furniture in front of the sofa, such as an ottoman or curvy glass coffee table. Crescent or "S" shaped tables play on the curve of the sofa, while glass or chrome options contribute to a modern or minimalist look. Round glass nesting tables are an option if you occasionally need extra table space for guests to set their drinks down.

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Put an interesting rug in front of the sofa that plays on the curvy shape of the sofa and the colors in the sofa and on the wall. For example, use an aqua rug with large, lazy swirls or circles in cream with a cream-colored sofa placed against an aqua wall. Round and square throw pillows play on the shape of the sofa and any straight lines in the room, such a boxy entertainment center or square tables in front of the curved sofa.

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Anchor the curved sofa with a large piece of art, wrought-iron piece or mirror. A series of round mirrors is another option. Use artwork with colors from the room, such as the sofa and pillow colors, if you choose to hang artwork.

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Accessorize the room and decorate the space behind the sofa with houseplants, trees, tall vases or bookcases. Fill in the space on the walls surrounding the sofa with decorative but unobtrusive objects to avoid an incomplete look and to draw the eye to the curved sofa.