Charli XCX's 'energizing' living room colors embody modern luxury – her eclectic space is a masterclass in transitional style

'Brat green' may be the color of the summer, but the colors in Charli XCX's living room are forever. The singer's Los Angeles home is an eclectic mix of textures and periods featuring bright lime and jewel-toned furniture against her house's white and wood Tudor-style bones. It's just as iconic as Charli herself.

Her living room idea elevates the vintage style of her home with elegant modern shapes. Photos for Architectural Digest show that Charli's space incorporates rounded sofas in yellow and lime green, and armchairs in lime and aqua. These bright elements contrast nicely with the cream and brown rug covering her dark hardwood floors. Details like multi-colored throw pillows, vintage glass bottles, and paper chaines on the stained glass windows bring the whole space to life.

'I love the energizing quality of this living room color scheme,' says Jennifer Ebert, color expert and Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens. She continues, 'Electric shades like aqua, lime green, and hot pink inspire an unparalleled excitement that lights up the entire room. Though the colors have a fun and whimsical edge, their placement in this historic-looking tudor-style home grounds them, for a mature and elevated look.'

The idea of creating a space that 'looks luxurious' has become a huge interior design trend in 2024, and this space proves that 'luxury' can have more than one meaning,' Ebert says. 'Though this space isn't beige, its transitional style gives it an undeniable air of modern luxury. The mix of different eras and opulent combination of fabrics feels rich and storied while maintaining its unique character.'

The color scheme ties into this opulent feel. Ebert states: 'Though they feel so modern in this context, many of these jewel tones were once associated with royalty, giving them an almost mythic quality. The carefree combination of these hues feels very luxurious in the way it refuses to take itself seriously.'

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Decorating like Charli isn't just about emulating her furniture choices; accomplishing the same eclectic, lived-in feel requires expert living room styling. We love these vintage glass bottles from Etsy. Their various colors and shapes are perfect for adding to a coffee table as Charli has done. The 'Vroom Vroom' singer has also added paper chains to her windows for a playful touch. This fluted version brings a dainty, stylized edge to the look. Charli's living room incorporates a variety of patterned throw pillows, and a hot pink chenille version is ideal for bringing both texture and color into your home, Charli-style.

If you are hoping to recreate the gorgeous style of Charli XCX's cozy living room, it starts with being comfortable taking risks and leaning into your personal style. Charli's living room is so stylish because it looks natural and lived-in rather than overly curated. Start by collecting objects you love, especially antique and vintage pieces.

A focus on your favorite textiles is another way to lean into this look. In Charli's space, this is embodied by a neutral rug paired with surprisingly colored couches and throw pillows, but your perfect scheme could be different. It's about layering and leaning into complexity and unexpected contrasts.

The best interior designs can rarely be slotted into a single aesthetic or 'core.' Instead, they borrow the best of different styles for a look that is impossible to pin down. Creating such a space is easy with the lessons from Charli XCX's living room.