Trevor Tondro/Eric Piasecki In search of the perfect throwback renovation? One beloved decade worth referencing is the ’70s. From hippie bohemian to glitzy disco, this time period runs the gamut from natural to glamorous. Whether you’re ready to take on this style full-force, or would prefer to weave in just […]
Trevor Tondro/Eric Piasecki
In search of the perfect throwback renovation? One beloved decade worth referencing is the ’70s. From hippie bohemian to glitzy disco, this time period runs the gamut from natural to glamorous. Whether you’re ready to take on this style full-force, or would prefer to weave in just a few elements, there’s no reason not to experiment with 70s living room design ideas.
These 12 living rooms make a case for a ’70s comeback.
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1
Statement Stone
An original stone fireplace is all this room needs to feel perfectly ’70s, with a modern edge.
2
Layered Jungalow
If hippie vibes are your thing, take note of this 1970s-inspired living room. The colorful shag carpet, exposed brick walls, oversized plants, and assortment of patterned pillows come together for a quintessential bohemian look.
3
Warm and Clean-Lined
In a glamorous Monte Carlo apartment, pinkish-beige marble tile flooring—original to the 1970s-built building—is accented with chunky-yet-sculptural furniture that tempers the room’s vintage bones.
4
Colorful & Sculptural
Geometric shapes and sculptural furniture—two trademarks of 1970s glamour—take center stage in this pretty-in-pink Helsinki living room.
5
Modern Ranch
In a modern Hudson River ranch house, the living room takes inspiration from the ’70s with a shag alpaca fur rug, and inlaid straw marquetry walls, which have a similar effect to the classic wood paneling.
6
Refined Bohemian
Earth tones and pops of red conjure contemporary bohemian vibes, with oversized sliding doors that bring the outdoor greenery in.
7
Japanese Zen
A Japanese house in upstate New York makes the case for shag in its open-concept living space. The rug—along with a 1970s floor lamp—welcome just a touch of the decade into an otherwise modern room.
8
Hollywood Glamour
This living room takes cues from the golden age of Hollywood, with a disco-inspired light fixture and subtle pops of orange.
9
A Glamorous Palette
A pair of 1970s velvet chairs sit atop a geometric shag rug, creating a playful vibe that can transcend over time.
10
Gilded Pied-à-Terre
A warm wood palette, glitzy touches of gold, and a statement 1970s Pino Signoretto vase are offset by modern lighting and a silk rug in this London living room.
11
An Eclectic Mix
Playful yet sophisticated, this São Paulo living room features a mix of different styles and time periods, all backed by a mirrored wall—a true 1970s trademark.
12
Understated Accents
A muted dash of orange and a wicker accent chair result in a toned-down ’70s vibe that can be updated over time.
Lucia Tonelli
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Lucia Tonelli is an Assitant Editor at Town & Country, where she writes about the royal family, culture, real estate, and more.
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