In living rooms of yore, homeowners would coordinate their living room seating, often purchasing their sofas and armchairs all from the same range. However, in 2027, designers are opting for a more whimsical, individual look.

Lucy Hale's gorgeous Studio City, Los Angeles space, featuring a striped sofa and pink sofa alongside boucle and leather chairs, is a blueprint for what the future of living room seating will look like. The actress recently renovated her 1940s Spanish-style home with the help of LA-based Proem Studio. Together, they transformed the space into a moody, romantic escape using eclectic pieces and rich tones. It feels elevated throughout, with just the right amount of funky uniqueness.

The mismatched seating in Lucy's living room perfectly encapsulates this gorgeous individual aesthetic.

Lucy isn't the only one embracing individuality this year. According to decorators, interior design trends are shifting towards more unique approaches in 2027, starting with the textured frontier of textiles. People will be more likely to use unexpected fabrics, like the stripes on Lucy's Howard Keith Diplomat sofa.

JYSK’s Design and Range Manager, Rikke Blaeside explains: 'Leaning into the need for escapism and everyday joy, textiles will be getting a whimsical glow-up throughout AW26. Seen in the trending colors of aubergine, mocha, and warming neutrals, textiles will provide the perfect way to add fun and joy into our seasonal homes.'

Incoporating unique accents like Lucy's fringed and needlepoing pillows are another way homeowners will be adding interest to their living rooms in the fall. From large seating pieces to small accents, expect the unexpected throughout the home.

'This season expect to see bold floral and gingham patterns, frilly edging, and laser-cutouts across all forms of textiles from bedding, upholstery, table linens, and cushions,' advises Rikke. 'Raised textures such as boucle will also be a seasonal staple, as well as cushions in distinctive shapes such as bolsters and rounded circles for a modern, whimsy twist.'

Using a mismatched furniture scheme like we see in Lucy Hale's space, will be one of the simplest and most striking ways to tap into this individuality trend. 'Contrary to what you may think, mismatched chairs can really add interest and personality to your space,' says Victoria Foster, interior stylist at ScS. 'Instead of trying to match everything perfectly, think about creating a cohesive look with a mix of styles, colours, and materials. By intentionally choosing chairs that complement each other in some way, you can achieve a curated and intentional appearance that matches your unique personality.'

Recreate Lucy's Look at Home

Getting the right balance of mixed materials in your living room is difficult, so we're relying on Lucy Hale's space to guide us. Here are our editors' picks of seating and accessories inspired by the furnishings in her her home.

So, what's the best way to mix styles like a designer?

For a cohesive look like Lucy Hale's, Victoria advises: 'To tie the mismatched chairs together, consider incorporating a unifying element that appears throughout. This could be things like chair cushions, seat covers, or a common colour scheme. Using identical seat cushions or covers can help add some cohesion. This simple trick not only adds a sense of unity but also enhances the overall visual appeal.'

She continues: 'Generally, mixing chairs with different patterns or textures always creates a really interesting look. Consider combining chairs with different upholstery fabrics, patterns, or even incorporating different materials such as wood or metal. The key is to strike a balance that complements the overall aesthetic of your space.'

Finally, selecting a lead accent piece can make this look sing. Lucy selects a black and white striped sofa, but you could also try a bright color, a bold texture, or a floral print.

'Designate a specific chair as the 'head chair' and choose one that stands out from the rest,' recommends Victoria. 'This could be a larger or more unique chair, but it will help to tie the whole thing together and give a grandeur to the space. The statement chair becomes a focal point of the area, drawing attention away from the mismatched nature of the other seats.'

No matter your style, 2027 will be all about leaning into it. Mismatched seating is a great place to start with showcasing personality, interest, and individuality in the home.

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