Homes & Gardens: 9 Moody Living Room Ideas

Create a cozy, cocooning space that you will never want to leave.

Comfort-forward and full of character, moody living spaces are all the rage at the moment. Transform your own living room with these nine expert-backed tips for nailing the moody look.

Featured in Homes & Gardens | Article by Abby Wilson

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Moody probably isn't the first word that comes to mind when you think about interior design, but the dramatic yet comforting aesthetic is back on trend. Combining collected character with bold design accents, moody design schemes create inviting retreats from everyday life within any home.

The living room is meant to be one of the most comfortable rooms of the house, a destination for hosting family, friends and guests. This welcoming quality lends itself well to the moody aesthetic, which creates a sophisticated, cocooning atmosphere.

Let Natural Wood Tones Shine

'Consider applying high contrast finishes such as a rough-hewn black stone fireplace as a focal point against light wood and white walls, or a full wall of dark stained or painted millwork in a room that is otherwise soft and neutral in its finishes and textures. Introduce a variety of textures and materials for visual and tactile interest such as a rough cut stone, plush oversized sofa, thick textured rugs, cozy cushions and throws, and glass and metal tables, says Trish Knight, co-founder of Knight Varga Interiors.

Luckily, there are so many ways to get the look right in your own home, from dramatic wallpaper and ambient lighting, to a moody color palette. These are the top nine interior design tweaks that the experts recommend if you're going for a moody look in the living room.