11. Make use of the top of the wall
One way to keep looking up is to make the living room look better. Find some artwork pictures and hang them on your wall, starting from where the furniture stops and up to your ceiling. While this may seem an eyesore to some, it can make your room look taller and naturally more expansive.
This hack can also add an array of colors, especially if your walls and furniture are bright colors, such as white and white. You can add some darker shades to the light tones and then make sure you have some techniques that give off a bit of warmth.