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When a Living Room Feels Cold, This Is Where I Start — 24 Modern Rustic Pieces to Bring Warmth Through Honest Materials
A stylist’s perspective on how tactile layers and grounded finishes can soften a cold living room without committing to a full rustic look
By Miaad Latoof Published
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6 Living Room Trends for 2026 That Are Cozy but Smart, Leaning Into Tradition Yet Design-Forward — It's All About Balance
From seating styles to the materials to know, these are the six trends shaping the way we kick back and relax in 2026
By Rory Robertson Published
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Go On, Test Yourself — 7 Iconic Coffee Tables Every Design Buff *Should* Know by Heart
No sign of the Noguchi — these are iconic coffee tables that designers always choose, that have flown under the radar for a little too long
By Pip Rich Published
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5 Ways to Tweak Your Living Room Lighting to Make It Feel Warmer — Expert Advice for a Space That's Both Snug and Elevated
A good lighting scheme is the key to a cozy and warm living room, and the experts share exactly how to do it
By Maya Glantz Published
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4 Dated Living Room Layouts That Simply Don't Work Anymore in 2026, According to Designers
Our living rooms are a place of conversation, rest, and movement, and a modern layout should help to promote this
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Leaned Into the “Grandma’s House” Look for My Farmhouse Living Room —and I’m Not Going Back
From floral prints to classic patterns and comforting textures, this is how to bring that familiar, collected farmhouse feeling into your space
By Iokasti Sotirakopoulou Published
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I Style Homes for a Living — These 24 Maximalist Decor Pieces Will Make a Living Room Sing Without Overwhelming Your Space
A stylist’s take on how to embrace color, character, and a little bit of chaos — done right
By Iokasti Sotirakopoulou Published
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24 Pieces of Curated Contemporary Living Room Decor Shaping a More Expressive Way to Live
A stylist-led edit exploring how curve, color, and sculptural form are bringing energy and movement into contemporary living rooms
By Miaad Latoof Published
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24 Stylist-Approved Pieces of Modern Farmhouse Living Room Decor That Prove This Style Is Actually More Aesthetic Than You'd Think
A modern, stylist-led take on farmhouse living room decor — why the look still works, what defines it today, and the pieces I consistently come back to when I want a space to feel warm, lived-in, and pulled together.
By Iokasti Sotirakopoulou Published
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5 Designer-Approved Ways to Make Your Living Room Look More Interesting, Without Completely Redecorating It
Small, thoughtful shifts can completely change how a space feels and how you experience it. Here are a few designer-approved tweaks to get you started
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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24 'Modern' Living Room Buys a Stylist Turns to When a Space Needs Depth and Direction
Modern living room pieces chosen for their ability to anchor a space and give it purpose
By Miaad Latoof Published
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This Corner-Hugging Shelving Adds Much-Needed Storage, and Makes the (Typically Boring) Back of Your Sofa Look Way More Considered
Get the bespoke 'built-in' look, without having to hire a builder
By Emma Breislin Published
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I Asked 11 Interior Designers: 'How Do You Style a Coffee Table?' These Are Their Top Tips for an Elegant and Characterful Display
Coffee tables are often the anchor of a living room, so it's important to get the styling right; to help you do just that, this is how to style a coffee table the way an interior designer would
By Debbie Black Published
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5 Genius Ways Interior Designers Know How to Adapt Your Living Room’s Layout When You’re Hosting a Lot of People
The position of your furniture is just as important as the cocktails and conversation — here’s how to make entertaining a crowd effortless
By James Cunningham Published
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These 6 Design Mistakes Make Your Living Room So Much Harder to Clean — Just Because They're Trendy, Doesn't Make Them Practical
I hate to say it, but these common design ideas might be doubling your reset time when tidying your space
By Amiya Baratan Published
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24 of the Most Stylish Throw Pillows Our Stylists Found After Searching Their Little Black Books — In Case Your Sofa Needs a Quick Pre-Christmas Glow Up
If your space feels almost complete, these are the cushions that finish the story — the quickest way to elevate your sofa before the holidays
By Miaad Latoof Published
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‘How Can I Bring Art Deco Into My Living Room Without It Feeling Tacky?’ This Stylist’s Shopping Cart Balances the Style’s Timeless Glamour With Modern Sophistication
A look defined by drama and elegance — reimagined through modern shapes, warm metals, and a lighter, more livable touch
By Miaad Latoof Published
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Oh Wow, This Secret TV Storage Is the Genius Idea Everyone With a Living Room With Fireplace Alcoves Will Want to Copy
The ultimate living room flex? A hidden TV... and this is the smartest way to do it
By Maya Glantz Published
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12 Places to Buy 'Giant' Reed Diffusers That Make Your Home Smell Dreamy, and the Pros and Cons to Know Before You Buy a Big One
Those supersized reed diffusers are amazing for filling a room with fragrance for longer, but they're not suited for every room, as an expert explains
By Faiza Saqib Published
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How to Mix an Art TV With Real Art on a Gallery Wall — It Only Takes a Few Simple Steps, According to an Interior Stylist
Bring art to your home through sleek and seamless tech, and here's how
By Faiza Saqib Published
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I Asked Interior Designers How to Layer Fabrics to Make My Living Room Cozier for Autumn — These Are the Tricks They Lean on Most
From choosing a color palette to mixing different patterns, designers share all you need to know about layering fabrics this cozy season
By Emily Moorman Published
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Forget Everything You've Been Told About Traditional Living Room Layouts, and Try This 'Unconventional' Set Up Instead
A spatial planner explains how to perfect this retro-inspired seating arrangement for a living room that oozes main-character energy
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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4 Wall and Sofa Color Combinations That Are a Shortcut for Designing a Really Expensive-Looking Living Room
Luxury isn't limited to a crisp combination of beiges — let these dramatic pairings be the ultimate guide to a more luxe interior
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How to Design a 'Conversation Room' — The Space Everyone in Design Is Talking About
Not quite a living room and far more than just a nook, the conversation room is enjoying a moment in the spotlight — here’s how to create one yourself
By James Cunningham Published
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Avoiding the Void — How to Work Around the 'Dead Space' in the Middle of a Large Living Room
Does that barren spot in the middle of your living room throw your whole design off-balance? Here are seven ways to fill the gap for a more harmonious home
By Lilith Hudson Published
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If You Don't Know the '18-Inch Seating Rule', It's What Could Be Making Your Living Room Feel Cramped, Unwelcoming, and Uncomfortable
Size matters when it comes to setting up your living space, and this simple trick promotes both comfort and conversation
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Wait, How Am I Only Just Learning About the 'Four-Inch Seating Rule' for Living Rooms? Expert's Say It's Key to Fostering Calm and Conversation
A sofa expert explains how the four-inch seating rule for sofas can help curate living spaces that feel calmer and more comfortable
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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9 Green and Gray Living Rooms That Feel Modern and Mesmerizing, and Far From 'Millennial'
A favorite color combination among interior designers, green and gray living rooms can be cozy, cool, and full of character
By James Cunningham Published
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11 Outdoor Living Room Ideas That Blur the Line Between Inside and Out
There are so many ways to curate an outdoor living area that begs you to come and sit for a while... but these are the designer's favorites
By Emma Breislin Last updated
