Incorporating intriguing patterns into your living room is one of the easiest ways to add visual interest to your space, so if you're looking to be a bit playful with your color choices, chevron might be the ideal choice. According to ApartmentTherapy.com, it was one of the most popular patterns of 2011 and looks to continue its trendy nature throughout 2012.

These zig-zag shapes can work in many different settings, but they work best as area rugs anchoring an apartment sofa or small sectional. One trick is to find a design that uses a bold color paired with a neutral hue - you can then choose a similar shade in your small couch to create a layout with complementary colors.

The pattern can also work beautifully in artwork that can flank your seating area. Create uniformity by pairing three similar paintings behind your small sofa and add some matching shades with throw pillows, blankets and other colorful accents.

Simplicity Sofas' award-winning customer service will help you find sofas and loveseats to jazz up any patterned scheme. Happy customers such as Lisa wrote, "Our sectional arrived yesterday. It was easy to assemble and looks great!"