Living Rooms

Does putting a big sofa into a small room ruin its aesthetic or improve it? Is it impractical or a great way to boost seating capacity? We asked interior designers what works, and what doesn't

By Ellen Finch Last updated 29 November 24

Busy lives require durable, easy-to-care-for sofa materials

By Brigid Kennedy Last updated 29 November 24

It's time to make sofa covers stylish again. We spoke with an interior designer for tips on crafting the chicest slip in the biz

By Brigid Kennedy Published 23 November 24

It's more than just a design statement — knowing how to style and position curved sofas can transform the way you live in your space

By Cat Olley Last updated 19 November 24

Launching a new collaboration with Rugs USA, Emily has introduced me to the idea of 'thread color variation' and now how I look at rugs has totally changed

By Olivia Wolfe Published 19 November 24

This accent chair trend is perfect for the cozy season, and it's on sale at Wayfair

By Olivia Wolfe Published 16 November 24

How To Interiors pros share their expertise on selecting an area rug that complements the room perfectly

By Sarah Warwick Last updated 14 November 24

The combination of throw pillows you choose, and how you style them, can make or break your sofa. But there are some easy routes to choose, no matter your interior tastes

By Luke Arthur Wells Last updated 13 November 24

These options are so good-looking and so well-reviewed that no one will know you have a Wayfair sofa ... unless you reveal the price, of course

By Brigid Kennedy Last updated 7 November 24

It's not necessarily a new thing for our interiors, but we're seeing it incorporated in different ways — here's how to keep it classy

By Olivia Wolfe Published 7 November 24

Don't cram stuff into awkward voids and odd gaps just because you can — add a decorative detail that says 'I've considered it all'

By Olivia Wolfe Published 7 November 24

Choosing a sofa for a small space often involves making sacrifices, but that doesn't have to mean style — here's why

By Aditi Sharma Last updated 6 November 24

Hosting more people than you have seats for? Don't stress — we've found a chic, space-saving solution from a retailer that may surprise you

By Olivia Wolfe Published 5 November 24

From wooden accents to monochromatic layering, try one of these stylish ways to embrace brown for a calm and cozy living room

By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Last updated 4 November 24

Charcoal-colored couches offer the best of both worlds when it comes to style and practicality, and these real rooms prove it

By Luke Arthur Wells Published 4 November 24

Living room lighting has to work pretty hard, taking your space from energetic and sociable to one that induces a sense of coziness and warmth — here's how

By Natasha Brinsmead Published 4 November 24

In the lead up to the holiday season, it can pay to peruse the sale pages (literally)

By Olivia Wolfe Published 30 October 24

Struggling to decide on a color? Why not have both? The two-toned couch trend is all about customization (and it doesn't have to cost that much)

By Olivia Wolfe Published 29 October 24

Did your grandma used to refer to her sofa as a "Davenport" and you never knew why? Well, you soon will — here's a short history

By Sarah Warwick Published 25 October 24

These aren't Joey and Chandler's recliners; I've found a few seriously practical (and good-looking) motion sofas for the lounge obsessed

By Brigid Kennedy Published 24 October 24

We're seeing the sunny, mango-inspired shade cropping up in new collections across the design world — and it's surprisingly perfect for fall. Here's why

By Olivia Wolfe Published 23 October 24

Whether you want warm, understated ways to incorporate purple hues or striking decorating ideas, we've got plenty of inspiration to suit your style

By Aditi Sharma Last updated 22 October 24

Both you and Fido will love this selection of durable, stylish, and pet friendly couches, sourced from some of my favorite modern furniture brands

By Brigid Kennedy Published 22 October 24

Selecting the perfect sofa for your space is about more than getting the right size. Here, experts share how to best match the style and shape to your room

By Sarah Warwick Published 19 October 24

It's a different kind of two-for-one today, as I walk you through 12 well-priced and buyer-loved sofa options sourced from all over the internet

By Brigid Kennedy Last updated 18 October 24

Whether you're looking for ways to anchor a sprawling space or fill a smaller one with more function, here are the living room layout ideas experts recommend

By Faaizah Shah Published 18 October 24

Should you match a rug to your décor, or use it to make a statement in the space? These are the sorts of questions we put to designers — here's what they said

By Faaizah Shah Published 16 October 24