The right living room furniture can make your entire home come together in new and surprising ways. Most homeowners seek to strike the perfect balance in every room — enough furniture and accessories to feel comfortable and inviting, but not so many as to feel cluttered and messy. Below, the furniture professionals at Bova Contemporary Furniture in Cincinnati, Ohio, share a few tips for choosing the right living room furniture that won't clutter up your space.

Size Matters

One of the first rules of a decluttered living room is to consider the size of the room versus the size of the living room furniture you want. If the room is on the smaller side, large furniture items are going to overpower the space and create an instantly cluttered look. If the room is large, small furniture items will get swallowed up by the expanse of the space. A good, general rule of thumb: small items in small rooms, large items in larger rooms, and more mid-sized items in mid-sized spaces.

Measure & Stage Beforehand

Before you order your furniture, it's wise to get an idea of how it will look in the room. Using the exact measurements of the furniture you're interested in, map out how it will look in the space by putting masking tape on the floor in the areas you plan on putting each piece. Obviously, this won't be an exact replica of the finished product, but it can help you see the furniture in relation to other items in the room and if any of your choices make the space feel cluttered.

Don't Forget About Color

It's common knowledge that color affects mood. Certain colors make us feel comfortable and at ease, while other colors make us feel suffocated or claustrophobic. In general, the darker the color you choose, the higher the likelihood that it will give off a more enclosed feel. That enclosed feeling can exacerbate even minimal décor and make a space feel more cluttered than it really is. When in doubt, go for lighter color furniture.

Let Bova Contemporary Furniture help make your living room an unforgettable space. Since 1985, they have been providing the Cincinnati area with a full line of modern living room furniture options. Call (513) 247-9100, visit them online, or contact them on Facebook or Twitter to start exploring their selection today.