40 Gorgeous Color Schemes for a Beautiful Living Room Makeover

Your choice of color scheme sets the tone for your living room.

Make the space cozy and inviting, or create a dramatic and dynamic atmosphere with a combination of colors you love.

Find a fresh look for your space with these living room color schemes you can easily adapt to match your decorating style.

Olive Green + Cream + Black

white sitting room with blue, green, and yellow accents

If you’re interested in relaxing living room color schemes, use hues pulled from nature.

Several shades of green appear on this room’s mantel, accent chair, and pillows, but the effect is subtle and organic.

Creamy white walls linger in the background but complement the yellow undertones of the greens, while hints of black offer a bit of sophistication.

Crisp White + Black + Gold

modern black and white living room with shelf wall

Living room color schemes don’t have to include tons of vibrant hues to pack in personality.

A simple palette dominated by black and white gives off a sleek, modern atmosphere.

Start with white walls and incorporate black in bold ways, such as on built-ins or trim work.

Layer in metallic gold through accessories and accent furniture to brighten the look.

Burnt Orange + Grassy Green + Pastels

Bring your living room to life with exuberant colors.

Start your scheme with one or two main colors, then add in more hues via accessories and fabrics.

In this cheery living room, grass-green furniture and window treatments pair with orange accents for an eclectic look.

Patterned upholstery and pillows supply a variety of pastel colors to contribute to the room’s unique character.

Off-White + Navy + Wood Tones

Living room with couch, coffee table, and stored wood

Employ a variety of textures and small doses of color throughout the room to make a primarily neutral space more interesting.

In this living room, wood accents appear on furniture, open shelves, and a built-in nook stocked with firewood.

Navy throw pillows bring personality to the simple linen sofa.

Turquoise + Cool Gray + Brights

While blue and turquoise are standard fare for coastal color schemes, bright colors with warmer tones also have a place.

This living room blends brilliant turquoise with a few hints of hot pink and yellow to create a playful look inspired by the sea.

Subtle beachy accents, including seahorse table lamps, nod to the motif without sacrificing the room’s sophistication.

Citron Green + Dusty Rose + Charcoal

Living room with dark gray walls and pink rug

Shades of green that lean more yellow than blue tend to have more zing.

The vibrant citron green on this living room’s sofa is tempered by dark charcoal paint that gives the living room a moody feel.

A rosy area rug underfoot and playful animal print fabrics work with the sofa to give the dark wall color an immediate lift.

Cloudy Gray + Mustard + Linen

Use living room colors to bridge the gap between distinctive styles.

Here, muted neutrals and refined furnishings lean traditional, while a checked ottoman and a framed buffalo art print nod to rustic style.

White, gray, navy, brown, and blue cover a wide range of neutrals but work together thanks to the room’s timeless aesthetic.

Mustard yellow accents add warmth and keep the scheme from falling flat.

Tangerine + Cornflower + Shades of White

room corner with bright orange two-toned paint and papasan chair

Bright complementary colors, such as orange and blue, come on strong, but the right decorating strategy ensures this living room color scheme isn’t too intense.

Sprinkling the hues against a backdrop of white softens the look.

In this space, a painted color-block treatment introduces vivid orange in a small area instead of an entire accent wall to keep the color understated.

Cottage White + Taupe + Goldenrod

Soaring ceilings and airy shades of white lend a sense of grandeur to this living room.

Gray, gold, and tan in the fireplace’s stone provide inspiration for the living room colors used elsewhere.

Warm gray and goldenrod textiles liven up white furniture while keeping the overall palette neutral.

Antique White + Burgundy + Navy Blue

white bungalow living room with black window trim

Simple furnishings slipcovered in timeworn white evoke a cottage-like feel in this living room.

Pillows and an area rug sporting navy blue and burgundy patterns energize the look.

Fresh flowers and a sprinkling of coastal accents keep it classic rather than cutesy.

Cream and White + Bright Pink + Muted Blue

pink-and-blue themed open-concept living room and kitchen

Incorporating both white and cream plays up the gorgeous characteristics of pink in this living room.

Using all white would make the color seem childish, and a completely cream background would muddy the color.

In this living room, balance is achieved with warm white walls and trim and cream upholstery.

The right accent colors will also help you pull off blush pink. Throw pillows featuring muted blue patterns tone down pink’s dainty appeal.

Cerulean Blue + Soft Red + Khaki

blue living room payphone art on fireplace mantel

Going bold with a living room color scheme is risky, but the payoff can be incredible.

Balancing a vibrant color with neutrals is one key to success.

In this living room, cerulean blue colors the walls, fireplace, ceiling, and trim.

A midtone khaki on the leather sofa and ottoman temper the blue, and soft red accents provide further contrast.

Off-White + Taupe + Smokey Black

cottage style contemporary living room with blue curtains

Give neutrals presence by applying them in a mix of patterns.

Vary the scale of patterns on different surfaces to create a balanced look.

Here, window treatments feature a tight pattern that’s hardly noticeable, while black-and-white striped chairs have a much bolder presence.

An assortment of patterned throw pillows in warm, neutral colors adds interest to a taupe sofa.

Kelly Green + Brick Red + Earthy Browns

living room with green hues and mixed patterns

A fearless combination of colors and design styles gives this boho-style living room its edge.

The botanical curtains are a jumping-off point for this living room color scheme.

It guides the selection of the furniture, area rug, and accents, such as the table lamps and wall sconces.

The bright colors are combined with assorted animal print pillows for a safari look.

Kelly Green + Saffron Yellow + Antique White

green livingroom white pumpkin fall decor

A living room color scheme of kelly green and yellow would typically appear bold and modern, but in subdued shades, the hues contribute to this charming space’s vintage style.

The shiplap-covered walls are painted green to make antique wall art and furnishings stand out.

Saffron yellow window treatments bring out the warm tones of leather and wood pieces. Keeping the ceiling, trim, and sofa white maintains a classic look.

Black + Cream + Tan

Pin Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Erin Kelly

Use warm shades of cream and tan to warm up a neutral living room.

Leanne Ford Interiors complemented walnut wood flooring with a massive tan sectional in this entertaining-ready space.

Black + Blue

Pin Caroline Andreoni Interior Design / Photo by Sophie Lloyd

Black and darker shades of blue such as teal, peacock, or navy make a sophisticated pairing.

In this Parisian living room from Caroline Andréoni Interior Design, built-in bookshelves flanking the period fireplace are backed with black patterned wallpaper that complements the peacock blue walls and classic marble fireplace.

White + Gold

Pin Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Erin Kelly

White and gold is a sleek combination for a chic living room.

The white walls and curvy furniture of this contemporary living room from Leanne Ford Interiors are paired with gilded accents like an ornate vintage mirror on the wall.

Blue + Green + Orange

Pin Fantastic Frank

Pair blue, green, and orange accents with white walls and pale oak flooring for a fresh look, like this colorful Spanish apartment from Fantastic Frank.

This color scheme works particularly well in midcentury modern living rooms.

Blush Tones + Navy Blue

Pin Design by Tyler Karu / Photo by Erin Little

Pair soft blush tones and navy blue for a winning combination that is balanced and easy to style.

Interior designer Tyler Karu turned white walls into a showcase for a colorful art collection.

Black + Cognac

Pin Alvin Wayne

Warm up black walls with honey-toned flooring and a cognac leather sofa for a modern feel, like this comfortable New York City apartment living room from interior designer Alvin Wayne.

White + Gray + Blue + Brown + Rust

Pin Design by Cathie Hong Interiors / Margaret Austin Photo

Incorporate touches of color through textiles and accessories in an otherwise neutral-toned space.

This light and airy midcentury modern living room from Cathie Hong Interiors reads as neutral, but a closer look reveals judicious doses of multiple colors—from pale gray to navy blue to medium-toned brown to rust—that quietly add depth and dimension without detracting from the zen feel of the room.

Ombre of Blue + Pale Gray

Pin Tina Ramchandani Creative

Mix softer hades of blue and gray for a quietly moody feel.

The star feature of this living room from Tina Ramchandani Creative is the blue gradient paint treatment on the walls and ceiling that is paired with a pale gray sofa for contrast.

Terracotta + Pale Yellow

Pin Design by Cathie Hong Interiors / Christy Q. Photo

Warm up white walls with pale yellow and terracotta accents.

This understated living room from Cathie Hong Interiors has subtle color accents on the wall art and rug that complement the wood tones throughout the room.

Royal Blue + Gray

Pin Forbes + Masters

Use medium gray to calm down bold blue walls.

Forbes + Masters paired high-gloss royal blue walls and coffered ceilings and blingy decor like a pair of chandeliers and an ornate mirror with a pair of cool gray sofas to add balance.

White + Turquoise + Gold

Pin Michelle Boudreau Design

Turquoise and gold accents will brighten up a neutral space.

This Palm Springs living room from Michelle Boudreau Design has soft shades of white and gray accented with a midcentury armchair in a bracing shade of turquoise that echoes the shade of the pool beyond the windows.

Chocolate Brown + Cherry Red

Pin Forbes + Masters

In a darker space like a basement or a room with limited natural light, lean into the mood by pairing browns and reds.

Saturated chocolate brown walls are paired with deep cherry red drapes, a cocoa-colored suede ottoman and a brown plaid rug in this basement living room from Forbes + Masters.

White + Red

Pin Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Reid Rolls

Combine white and red walls and furniture with silver accents for a contemporary feel.

The strict palette in this living room from Leanne Ford Interiors keeps the focus on sculptural shapes and clean lines.

Blue + Pink + Green

Pin Studio Peake

For a maximalist take, mix shades of blue, pink, and green in varying shades and multiple patterns.

Studio Peake created a colorful, eccentric look in this London double living room.

Navy + White

Pin Kara Mann

Complement a farmhouse living room with a navy-and-white color scheme.

The white walls and simple lines of this Connecticut farmhouse living room from interior designer Kara Mann are anchored by a deep navy blue velvet couch that complements the wood tones and vintage decor.

Oatmeal + Cream + Watery Blue

Living room with stone fireplace and white couches

Set a tranquil tone in your living room with a mixture of warm neutrals, soft colors, and natural elements.

The stone fireplace and its rustic wood mantel feature rough textures softened by soft linen furniture and a plush cream-colored area rug.

Watery blue tones in pillows and a landscape painting reinforce the serene feeling.

Light Aquamarine + Cottage White + Coral

A soft, blue-green paint color creates a calm, soothing effect in this living room.

Upholstered accent chairs and matching ottomans repeat the hue throughout the space for a cohesive look.

The light color is just a few shades off the white covering the fireplace, trim, and cabinets.

Small coral pillows introduce an accent color without distracting from the room’s quiet, peaceful mood.

Warm Gray + Dark Teal + Rich Leather

living room with neutral walls, teal painted mantel and cow-hide rug

When colors are applied in unexpected ways, the result is striking.

A dark teal accent color covers the fireplace mantel in this living room, creating a colorful focal point in an otherwise neutral space.

Warm gray walls, a leather sofa, and a nubby area rug incorporate natural tones into this living room.

Light Gray + Pure White + Bubblegum Pink

Neutrals take a fun twist when bubblegum pink becomes part of the living room color scheme.

Starting with a neutral base and adding one big pop of color is a savvy way to dive into color without going over the top.

Here, pink patterned wallpaper covers the backs of built-in shelves.

Pulling in a few smaller doses of equally bright colors, such as coral throw pillows and metallic gold accents, ensures the pink doesn’t stick out.

Sunny Yellow + Blue + Eggplant

Try painting the walls yellow to instantly give the space a bright, sunny lift.

To keep the yellow from overtaking the room, introduce cooler tones, such as purple or blue, for contrast and balance.

Here, purple velvet chairs, a blue-upholstered sofa, and an assortment of multi-colored pillows and artwork contribute to the room’s cheerful outlook.

Powder Blue + Lavender + Warm White

When banded together, soft colors produce a living room color scheme that makes a strong statement.

In this space, powder blue feels bold, covering the ceiling, furniture, and floors.

Similarly, the light-in-tone lavender contrasts the blue on the artwork and pillows. Creamy white walls offer a warmer counterpoint to all the cool hues.

Bluebird + Gunmetal + Snowy White

bluebird gunmetal gray white living room

Cool gray walls paired with plenty of blue capture a modern tone in this living room, enhanced by contemporary furniture and accessories.

Soft white, rather than a stark shade, injects the space with warmth.

The wood coffee table top and touches of nature add a grounding effect.

Robin’s Egg + White + Driftwood

light blue white brown living room color scheme

Although blue is technically a cool color, shades that sport a little bit of yellow come off as warmer.

In this space, the warm blue wall color is enhanced by a cozy gray chair and wood coffee table.

The white fireplace and mirror are brighter counterpoints to the warm hues.

Accessories in shades similar to the wall color tie the space together.

Navy + Taupe + Sailcloth White

navy taupe white great room kitchen color scheme

Muted neutrals soothe this large-scale room, while hints of navy introduce a sophisticated color.

The primarily gray and blue living room color scheme is reminiscent of stormy ocean waves.

With a monochromatic base of neutrals, shape and texture are important players, and the woven wicker club chair and large round coffee table become standout pieces.

Indigo + Paper White + Rusty Red

cozy family room with tan storage bins and blue and white walls

You can rarely go wrong with a blue-and-white color scheme.

In this living room, detailed wall paneling makes the color combination more impactful.

Introducing rusty red, rather than bright apple red, on accessories captures an Americana style without coming across as a theme. A brown sofa keeps the look relaxed.

Fuchsia + Raspberry + Browns

fuchsia raspberry brown living room color scheme

Pink brings a bright, energizing feel to living rooms.

Here, warm neutrals, including white walls, medium latte on the sofa and rug, and dark browns on the furniture frames and floor, are crucial to pulling off the pink in this living room.

Richer tones of pink, raspberry, and fuchsia, rather than pastel hues, appear through punchy patterns that feel bold and grown-up.

Cornflower Blue + Lime + Coral

blue lime black white living room color scheme

Covering the walls and trim, shades of blue take a bold stand in this living room color scheme.

Equally strong citron and coral keep up with the blue’s energy level.

The room’s colorful walls, upholstery, and throw pillows remain livable thanks to large doses of neutrals in the window treatments and area rug.

Emerald + Jade + Linen

Green pulls out all the stops in this jewel box living room.

Jade and emerald on the walls play out in subtle contrast, and the hues are sprinkled in with accessories throughout the space.

A neutral sofa and slipper chair calm the vibrant colors.

Wisteria Purple + Linen Beige + Cloud White

purple beige white living room color scheme

Although this living room is primarily neutral, the exact shades selected for the space are colorful.

A hint of wisteria purple on the fuzzy pouf and the throw pillows guided the choice of cooler neutrals on the gray built-in cabinets, brown armchairs, and clean white on the walls and trim work.

The linen beige color on the sofa, coffee table top, and mirror frame warms up the living room, as do the wicker baskets and leather-bound books.

Coral-Orange + Aqua + Milk Chocolate

orange aqua chocolate living room color scheme

Traditional design relies on a refined composition and classic styling.

Have fun with this formal look in a living room by layering in a punchy color scheme.

With a foundation of timeless neutrals, a complementary color scheme of coral-orange and aqua brings this living room to life.

Hints of chocolate brown recall the coloring of the wood floor, tables, and chair frames.

Limit a traditional color palette to a few neutrals and two colors to maintain a formal air.

Cloudy Blue + Garden Soil Brown + Grass Green

blue brown green living room color scheme

An earthy palette drawn from the garden defines this living room color scheme.

The green curtains, garden stool, and the blue wall color are cooler in tone, offering a more refined approach to earthy colors of sky blue and grass green.

A brown sofa resembles the color of rich soil and is repeated within the armchair upholstery’s stripe.

Ecru + Dove Gray + Yellow

Traditional style living room with neutral color

A mix of neutrals and warm tones set a classic, elegant tone in living rooms.

Soft ecru lends a glowing quality to this space, while gray is a grounding addition.

A restrained use of yellow on the pillows draws out the yellow undertones in the ecru while adding dimension.