Cozy bedroom with exposed brick wall, beige sofa, potted plants, bookshelf, and large windows overlooking city buildings.
She Put a Dog Bed in Her Tiny Living Room — And Didn’t Even Own a PetDecorating
You can find ones that don’t even look like dog beds.
Jul 19, 2026
We Tested and Rated West Elm’s Haven Sofa — Here’s Our Honest ReviewDecorating
It comes in four sizes and a sectional style!
Jul 18, 2026
The Goldilocks Furniture Piece That Fits Where Sofas and Chairs Don’t Decorating
Don't count out this underappreciated choice!
Jul 15, 2026
This $24 Styling Trick Turns 3D Keepsakes into Decor (I’m Buying 3!)Decorating
From plates to ornaments, sculptures and much more.
Jul 14, 2026
Everyone Notices the Paint Color in This Living Room FirstHome Projects
Plus, the “after” is filled with secondhand finds.
Jul 12, 2026
She Swapped Her Apartment’s Living Room and Bedroom, and It Paid OffHome Projects
Now she has a cozy, luxe movie room!
Jul 11, 2026
5 Wayfair Finds That Are Actually Made from Solid Wood (All Under $300!)Decorating
Consider this your one-stop shop for affordable wood accents you’ll love.
Jul 11, 2026
For $15, She Turned Basic Living Room Shelves into a Striped Focal PointHome Projects
The project only took a couple of hours to complete.
Jul 10, 2026
One Paint Swap Took This 100-Year-Old Bungalow Living Room from Bare to CozyHome Projects
“The goal was to create a warmer, more layered space,” the homeowner says.
Jul 8, 2026
These 14 Cozy Couches Have Deep Seats That Were Made for Lounging
Shopping
Prepare to sink in and chill out.
Jul 6, 2026
This Editor-Loved Furniture Brand Has West Elm Vibes at IKEA Prices
Shopping
Your inspo boards are about to come to life!
Jul 5, 2026
This Seaside Living Room Was Once a Rental — Now Is a Cozy Space for a Family of 5Home Projects
Lily Sawyer used bright colors and cozy textures to bring life back to her living room.
Jul 5, 2026
She Kept the Original Wood Paneling, and the Living Room Feels CozyHome Projects
There's no paint on the cabinets — but there is paint in another unexpected space.
Jul 1, 2026
She Created the Ultimate IKEA Toy Storage — Her Basement Is Clutter-FreeHome Projects
"There are still a few stray big toy items that cannot fit in the drawers or cabinets, but overall it has the perfect mix of functionality, open space, and design I was craving," the homeowner says of the "After."
Jun 30, 2026
Your Living Room Might Be Better Off Without a Couch — Here’s WhyDecorating
This formation gives you the freedom to make the room work for you!
Jun 26, 2026
Designers Say These Living Room Trends Are Already Out for 2026Decorating
You might be surprised by what made this list.
Jun 25, 2026
I’m Putting a Vintage Casserole Holder in My Living RoomOrganizing
It's gorgeous, too.
Jun 23, 2026
I Tried West Elm’s Free Planning Tool for My Living Room (It Saves So Much Time!)Decorating
And you don’t have to shop all West Elm either!
Jun 22, 2026
The "Creative" IKEA Hack for a Minimalist Console in Any CornerDecorating
Stumped with what to do on that odd corner? Here’s your answer.
Jun 21, 2026
How Designers Fix a Room with No Overhead Lighting (No Electrician Needed!)Decorating
I tried one in my own living room, and I’m obsessed!
Jun 20, 2026
This Living Room’s Fireplace Now Has a Dream Built-In Thanks to an IKEA BILLY Hack
HOME PROJECTS
The new scalloped shelving is a must-see!
Jun 19, 2026
This Dark Living Room Looks Completely Different — and Nothing Was DemolishedHome Projects
No walls were lost in this redo, but lots of light was gained.
Jun 19, 2026
The Oversized Decor Trick I Spotted in Diane Keaton’s Living RoomDecorating
The late actor's Los Angeles farmhouse was just listed for sale.
Jun 18, 2026
These Stylish C Tables Will Make Working from Your Couch So Much EasierDecorating
They're game-changers in small apartments.
Jun 18, 2026
An Unexpected Paint Color Took this Artist’s Living Room from Gloomy to CozyHome Projects
The new color combos in the "after" are bold and unexpected but well-reasoned and well-executed.
Jun 18, 2026
A Minimal, Boho Redo Brought Light to this “Dark, Cabin-Like” Living RoomHome Projects
The fireplace redo will make you do a double-take.
Jun 15, 2026
4 IKEA Finds and 1 Paint Color Completely Transformed This Living Room
HOME PROJECTS
The homeowners kept their budget under $2,300 by selling their old furniture, sourcing budget-friendly new finds, and doing some of the work themselves.
Jun 12, 2026
A Living Room Had No Privacy, But Now It's Sun-Lit and Miami-InspiredHome Projects
An all-gray living room had no privacy, but the interior designer, Rainbow Shaker, created a colorful, sun-lit space with privacy for a London-based family.
Jun 11, 2026
A 100-Year-Old Fireplace Becomes a Star In this Living Room RedoHome Projects
The original Craftsman details sold this DIYer on her home, but they needed some major restoration work.
Jun 11, 2026
This One Simple Trick Saved My Stained White SofaDecorating
I can’t believe I didn’t try this sooner!
Jun 3, 2026
This “Unused” Corner Is Now the Coziest Reading Nook After a Bold DIYHome Projects
"One of my biggest pet peeves when it comes to interior design is not utilizing perfectly good space!" this DIYer says. This project leaves no usable inch untouched.
Jun 3, 2026
This Pricey-Looking Coffee Table Was Made With 2 Items You Might Already HaveDecorating
It looks like a charming bazaar find!
May 29, 2026
This Living Room Traded Turquoise Walls for a Paris-Inspired NeutralDecorating
Paint did the heavy lifting in this transformation.
May 28, 2026
A Simple Refresh Saved This “Very First Apartment” Living RoomHome Projects
You don't need all new furniture to get a new look.
May 28, 2026
I Had to Triple-Check the Price of This $659 Article SofaDecorating
It might be the best Memorial Day deal I've seen.
May 22, 2026
The Best Pet- and Kid-Friendly Sofas You Can Buy NowDecorating
We love them, but we don't love what they do to our furniture.
May 21, 2026
A DIY Loft Changed How This 330-Square-Foot Apartment FunctionsHome Projects
The room looks unrecognizable and is much more multi-functional.
May 15, 2026
This DIY Fireplace Turned a Boring Living Room into a Cozy Hangout
You don't have to change every single thing in a space to totally transform the feel of it, and this redo is proof.
May 14, 2026
This “Super Ugly” Fireplace Got a $300 Redo — Now It’s Bright and Modern
This mini makeover was transformative.
May 11, 2026
The 5-Minute Stained Glass Hack That Transforms Any Window
It quite literally saves you thousands.
May 9, 2026
I Turned a Humdrum Closet Tool Into a Gorgeous Indoor Plant Display
You don't need a ton of light to make it work, either.
May 8, 2026
A “Useless” Dining Room Got Color-Drenched and Now Is the Coziest Family Room
This dining room was only used once a year — now it’s used daily as a family room because the owners recognized what their home needed.
May 7, 2026
16 Small Sofas That Look “Just Right” in Tiny Living Rooms
Style
All the small-space-friendly sofas we love.
May 6, 2026
I Tested Every Article Coffee Table IRL — Here Are the Best Ones for Every Space and Need
From statement pieces to space-savvy wonders.
May 5, 2026
20 Ways to Fit a Dining Space Into Small Living Rooms
These spaces show you can have the best of both worlds.
May 5, 2026
This IKEA Shoe Rack Is the Secret to My Living Room Transformation
Design Ideas
And nothing comes close to this price point!
May 4, 2026
A Designer Took This 70’s Living Room From Gloomy to Groovy (No Reno Necessary!)
It seems like everyone is looking for a house with “character” these days, but character alone isn’t enough to make a home truly stylish. A clear design vision, careful curation, and sound spatial planning are also essential when updating a historic home for the modern era. When designer Kara Hobbs‘ clients asked her to help update their 1970s home, she was up to the challenge — especially when it came to rethinking the living room.
May 2, 2026
A Living Room's Conversation Pit Is So Stylish After a $500 Refresh
A little DIY and some smart shopping totally transforms this living area.
Apr 27, 2026
This 500-Year-Old Decor Trend Is Back — It Looks Exactly the Same
The charm is all in the details.
Apr 25, 2026
Designers Are Bringing This Kitchen Detail Into Living Rooms
The end result is SO cozy.
Apr 24, 2026
A ’90s Beige Living Room Got a Cozy, Airy Black-and-White Redo
A smart paint job takes this once-boring fireplace front-and-center.
Apr 19, 2026
I’m Swapping Living Room Blinds for a Shower Curtain Rod (See Why!)
The result feels so fairy princess.
Apr 19, 2026
A Lackluster '80s Fireplace Got a Bold, Cozy Redo
And it's still filled with vintage charm.
Apr 18, 2026
An Awkward Alcove Becomes a Dreamy Reading Nook for Only $255
This would be the perfect spot to curl up with a book on a Saturday morning.
Apr 17, 2026
We Tested (and Rated!) All the Accent Chairs at Blu Dot
They have some of the most beautiful upholstery options we’ve seen.
Apr 16, 2026
A $200 Bold Paint Job Brought a Living Room Back to Life
The unexpected paint job gives the vintage living room a completely new look.
Apr 16, 2026
These IKEA BILLY Bookcases Made a 90's Living Room Look Custom (For Way Less)
These homeowners saved literal thousands (!!!) with this IKEA dupe for built-ins.
Apr 13, 2026
5 Ways to Refresh a Living Room for $0, According to Designers
No gatekeeping here — these are all basically free ways to transform your space.
Apr 13, 2026
13 Timeless Bohemian Living Room Ideas from Our Archives
Save this if you’re living for the “laid-back” look.
Apr 11, 2026