How the Perfect Pillow Set Can Transform Your Living Room

A set of sofa pillows is the secret weapon in any interior designer’s arsenal. They can be a finishing touch to a room, but it’s often overlooked just how much of a transformation they can effect in their own right. Like the perfect piece of statement jewelry, they are an accessory that can take a room from average to extraordinary.

Mood masters

Pillows can be used in many different ways to set the mood in your space. Whether you’re adding cool serenity to your living room decor or bringing comfort to a cozy nook, the variety of available designs and shapes means that you can use them to add soul to your interiors and showcase your personality through your couch pillows.

There are so many different ways to use sofa pillow sets to transform your space and inject an entirely new mood. Here are a few ideas.

Cozy and intimate

Think about texture to create a cozy atmosphere. Plush velvet or faux fur pillows in warming hues make any space feel instantly welcoming. Or try playing with more subdued and muted colors such as the dusky pinks, faded blues and rich earth tones of the Rock Pool set, for a calming natural vibe.

Elegant

Sleek silk or linen in cool tones lends a sophisticated touch. Accent colors can also be a way to set off your elegant interior, with a bold-colored pillow like AzulyMar’s Terra Circa set. These designer couch pillows complement soft neutral tones and add a touch of unique elegance without overpowering the decor​.

Playful and vibrant

Bold patterns and contrasting colors make for a playful and energetic vibe. Modern couch pillows with bright tones in reds, yellows and oranges can add a vibrant burst of energy to your living room. The Cobra set has modern, clean lines, with vivid contrasting hues for a unique and animated look.

Organic

Spending time in nature is beneficial for us all. Bring the outdoors indoors by tapping into the beauty of organic tones and textures, with pillow designs inspired by the natural world. The natural colors and soft edges of the Fallen Leaves pillow couch set are a perfect example of design inspired by nature. 

Focused and productive

A home office, or a corner of the living room where you focus on getting things done needs a special vibe to get you in a productive mood. Promote creativity alongside comfort for concentrated work with clean lines, minimalist designs and neutral colors, like the AzulyMar Shattered pillow sofa set.

Finding the perfect match

A pillow couch set is an easy way to update your interior design, but you need to make sure that your new cushions aren’t going to clash with your existing living room decor. Consider your sofa's color style and fabric, any patterns or strong hues in your rug, and the overall aesthetic you're aiming for. Start out by thinking about the foundations you already have in place and choose appropriate pillows to complement them. 

If your style is one of classical elegance, the Roman center cushion or the quiet terracotta of the Terra Circa set are a perfect choice to add warmth to a cool, classic look without interfering with your vibe.

For cozy spaces, soft colors are a great choice. The Spiral Dreams design is made in a muted palette to ensure a complementary match to any existing decor, while adding its own calming and cozy ambience.

Any space with a style leaning towards the vibrant green hues found in natural spaces will find itself elevated by the Artemis living room pillows set, inspired by the leafy pools found deep within hidden forests.

If your style is more playful and colorful, with vibrant tones and exciting patterns, consider a stronger look, with the Pebbles pillow couch set, or the bright gold and cherry red of the Cobra Left design.

Or for something quirkier and truly unique to set off your individual personality, the Heartshaped Box set is brightly colored and pleasing to the eye, with an unusual modern design for your decor.

The art of the mix

It used to be about perfect matches, but these days, modern couch pillows tend to look best when used in a variety of sizes and shapes. Try mixing up square cushions with long ones, or round bolsters with enlarged plump pillows for a visually interesting dynamic.

Layering a selection of different pillows also adds depth and dimension to your living room decor. Start out with neutral, larger pillows at the back and add smaller ones with more vibrant patterns or accent colors in the front, to create a welcoming environment with a polished and exciting look.

Think about the size of your furniture and match the scale of your cushions appropriately. Small pillows will be lost on a large sofa, but look perfect on a small armchair or recliner. Large pillows will set off a large sectional couch, updating your look effectively while adding comfort and coziness.

The flow of the seasons

As the year draws on and the seasons change, you’ll want something different from the design of your living space. The coziness of a snug is appealing in winter; whereas in the summer, we are all more drawn to a cool, clean aesthetic, playful and filled with light and airy space.

Designer couch pillows are a fantastic and easy way to achieve this change in atmosphere, by refreshing your home decor with a different mood that is appropriate for the season. Take a look at some of these modern pillow designs for inspiration.

Spring

Fresh, light, and breezy designs epitomize the optimism of spring. Keep it cool and fresh, bringing the vibrance of spring flowers and the scent of blossom into your home. Try the Apollo set for a light and airy feel.

Summer

Vibrant colors recall the bright sunshine and carefree atmosphere of a summer vacation, with bright pastels, the green of the forest and playful modern designs. Keep it light and fun with the Machu Picchu pillow couch set.

Fall

A rustic design in natural tones evokes the crisp beauty of a bright fall day. We start to tuck in for the winter, but we’re not yet ready to give up the exhilaration of the outdoors. Fallen Leaves is a cozy yet elegant design for a fall vibe in your living room.

Winter

Think heavier, textured fabrics, warm colors, and lots of layers. Keep it cozy and welcoming, a place to stay warm when the weather is raging. AzulyMar’s Geo Roman set brings a warm winter vibe to your living room decor..

Unique modern couch pillows for your home

Updating the cushions on your couch is one of the easiest ways to bring soul and personality to your living space. By opting for unusual pillow sets, you create an atmosphere unique to you and a welcoming space for your family and guests. 

Shop the entire AzulyMar collection to find your perfect interior look.