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Living Room

This “Unconventional” Style Hack Solved My Living Room TV Problem
Design Ideas
No walls? No worries!
Danielle Blundell
Feb 15, 2024
These $35 "Invisible" Amazon Shelves Create Wall Storage out of Thin Air
Design Ideas
They’re so perfect for small spaces.
Kelsey Glennon
Feb 13, 2024
I Bought This “Must-Have” CB2 Table & It Created an Instant Entryway
Design Ideas
It’s been my small living room saving grace.
Blair Donovan
Feb 9, 2024
We Tested and Rated West Elm’s Haven Sofa — Here’s Our Honest Review
It comes in four sizes and a sectional style!
Nikol Slatinska
Feb 6, 2024
We Tested (and Rated) the Best Small-Space Sofas at Pottery Barn — Here Are Our 8 Favorites
Most of the retailer's sofas come in multiple sizes.
Nikol Slatinska
Feb 1, 2024
12 Top-Rated Amazon Sofas We Love
We love an affordable best-seller.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jan 26, 2024
11 Clever Bookshelf Decor Ideas for Styling Your Space Like a Pro
Design Ideas
From color-coding tips to layering in art and trinkets.
Cori Sears
Jan 25, 2024
10 Bouclé Sofas That Will Instantly Make Your Living Room More Cozy
Style and comfort? Yes, please.
Haley Lyndes
Jan 25, 2024
These Velvet Curtains Are “A Dream Come True” — and They’re Less Than $60
Design Ideas
They’re straight out of a romance novel.
Sarah Lyon
Jan 24, 2024
9 Sleek TV Stands and Media Consoles That Are Perfect for Small Spaces
Shopping
Stash your TV, streaming devices, and other gadgets in these space-saving consoles.
Jasmine Grant
Jan 22, 2024
10 Ridiculously Chic Small-Space-Friendly Furniture & Decor Finds from Walmart, All Under $300
Including an automatic standing desk for only $150.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Jan 22, 2024
These Sleeper Loveseats Are a Dream Come True for Small-Space Dwellers
Shopping
They're the ultimate two-in-one solutions.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jan 22, 2024
I Tried This Side Table “Hack” in My Living Room & It’s Perfect for Small Spaces
Design Ideas
Plus, it’s budget-friendly!
Kelsey Mulvey
Jan 21, 2024
15 Timeless, Editor-Loved Sofas for Every Space and Style
They're all modern and easy to style.
Nikol Slatinska
Jan 20, 2024
An IKEA Hack Saved this DIYer Thousands on Their Living Room Makeover
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
“The room has a focal point,” the homeowner says of the “after.”
Sarah Everett
Jan 19, 2024
We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas and Chairs at Design Within Reach — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
These picks include outdoor seating!
Nikol Slatinska
Jan 19, 2024
These Are the Living Room Products You Should Skip in 2024, According to Experts
Design Ideas
Here’s how to shop the sales well.
Shelby Deering
Jan 19, 2024
This West Elm Rug Is the Best Investment I’ve Made for My Bedroom
Shopping
It was long overdue!
Meg Asby
Jan 18, 2024
The Best Online Sources for the Art Lover on a Budget
Build your collection without breaking the bank.
Nancy Mitchell
Jan 18, 2024
I Sent a Hygge Expert Photos of My Drafty Living Room
Life
Here’s everything she said to do to make it cozier.
Heather Bien
Jan 18, 2024
Wayfair’s Stylish Swivel Chair Is Giving Us Major West Elm Vibes — And It’s $650 Cheaper
It arrives fully assembled!
Nikol Slatinska
Jan 16, 2024
A Dreamy Terracotta Makeover Transforms This "White Box" Living Room
Projects & Improvements
“I did it all by hand with a small paintbrush, and it gives my home a homemade quality,” the DIYer says.
Emma Kershaw
Jan 15, 2024
I Converted My Small Home Office into a Cozy English "Snug"
Projects & Improvements
I wanted it to be all couch, pillows, and patterns.
Mackenzie Schieck
Jan 12, 2024
This $55 Gadget Can Make Your Dated Living Room Sofa Look Luxe Again
Design Ideas
It’s much cheaper than buying a new couch.
Caroline Mullen
Jan 12, 2024
The “Reset Rule” You Should Follow for a Clutter-Free Living Room
January Cure
It’s time to restore some order.
Stephanie Nguyen
Jan 10, 2024
A Tear-Down Makeover Turned This Victorian Living Room into a Stunner
Projects & Improvements
Fear not: The beautiful vintage fireplace stayed!
Sarah Everett
Jan 7, 2024
Get to Know Medley Furniture, the Brand Shoppers Say is "Absolutely Perfect"
Living
Here’s what to know about the DTC brand.
Kelly Dawson
Jan 5, 2024
A $700 Fireplace Makeover Saves the Original Mid-Century Wood Paneling
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
These homeowners decided to “un-flip” their 1956 home’s stunning original features.
Emma Kershaw
Jan 4, 2024
If You Live in a Teeny-Tiny Studio, You’re Going to Want This Game-Changing Pottery Barn Side Table (and It’s on Sale!)
Get it for $50 off!
Nikol Slatinska
Jan 4, 2024
10 Seriously Stylish Modern Hutch Cabinets
Shopping
It's official: The hutch is back.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jan 2, 2024
A Drink Table Is Just What It Sounds Like & You Probably Need One
Because sometimes all you need a table to do is just hold your drink.
Nancy Mitchell
Jan 2, 2024
A “Band-Aid Beige" Living Room Gets a Cozy, Retro Makeover
Projects & Improvements
The new look still honors the room’s mid-century roots and now feels like “a cozy den.”
Shelby Deering
Dec 29, 2023
Level Up Your Living Room with Our Best Decorating Tips from This Year
Design Ideas
It’s going to look so good.
Samantha Benoit
Dec 27, 2023
If You Think You Don’t Have Room For a Coffee Table, These 10 Options Might Change Your Mind
We searched high and low and found 10 of the savviest, double-duty coffee tables for small spaces.
Sarah Lyon
Dec 27, 2023
A Pink Fireplace Isn’t Even the Boldest Part of This Living Room Redo
Projects & Improvements
This maximalist living room has maximum joy.
Sarah Everett
Dec 26, 2023
What to Know About Benchmade Modern’s Editor-Loved Furniture
Shopping
Plus, shop some of our faves.

Caroline Mullen
Dec 26, 2023
9 Smart Solutions for Reducing Echo in Your Living Room and Beyond
With a little thought and careful use of the following solutions, you can tame the distracting sounds in your home and create a more peaceful space without the echoing.
Vahan Baladouni
Dec 22, 2023
The 11 Best Living Room Makeovers of 2023 Are All About Cozy Vibes
Projects & Improvements
There are ideas for renters and homeowners alike — and ideas for every design style.
Shelby Deering
Dec 22, 2023
A “Garish” Blue Living Room Gets a Soft, Dreamy Redo for $1,270
Projects & Improvements
Sometimes, simplicity is key.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 21, 2023
Maiden Home Is All Over Our Social Feeds — Here’s What To Know
Shopping
Plus, shop best sellers and editor faves.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 21, 2023
11 Editor-Loved Furniture Finds We Were Obsessed With This Year
Shopping
From cozy couches to workhorse benches, these were worth every penny.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 20, 2023
12 Small Kitchen Island Ideas to Maximize Tiny Spaces
You deserve extra prep space and additional seating, too.
Jamie Wiebe
Dec 19, 2023
12 Stylish Record Players Worthy of Any Spot in Your Home
Music never looked so good.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Dec 18, 2023
A Smart Makeover Creates a "Triple Duty" Living Room
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
The renovated space makes room for hangouts, overnight guests, and WFH days.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 15, 2023
Wayfair’s Stylish Faux Leather Sofa Is Giving Us Major West Elm Vibes — and at a Fraction of the Price
It comes in six sophisticated colors!
Nikol Slatinska
Dec 15, 2023
3 Designer Tips for the Perfect Rectangular Living Room Layout
Design Ideas
Follow these tips to get the flow just right.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 14, 2023
10 of Our Favorite Loveseats You Can Shop Now
What's not to love?
Sarah Lyon
Dec 13, 2023
The Best Indoor Fire Pits for a Cozy Living Room
Design Ideas
Who says fire pits are just for the outdoors?
Amrita Thakkar
Dec 13, 2023
This May Be the Smartest Non-Functional Fireplace Hack I've Ever Seen
Design Ideas
And I've seen a lot!
Danielle Blundell
Dec 11, 2023
This Living Room Redo Has Three (!!!) Designer-Level Furniture Hacks
Projects & Improvements
It went from “an uncomfortable beige box” to technicolored and oh-so clever.
Shelby Deering
Dec 10, 2023
Costco’s Gorgeous New Recliner Glides and Swivels
Kick back and relax in this super-comfy chair.
Olivia Harvey
Dec 10, 2023
Looking for an Easy Way to Elevate Your IKEA Sofa? Our Founder & CEO Has the Perfect Solution (Bonus: It’s 50% Off!)
Best of all, it'll only take you a couple of minutes to implement into your space!
Sarah M. Vazquez
Dec 8, 2023
A $300 One-Wall Upgrade Luxes up This “Boring” Living Room
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
Before, this homeowner avoided including this wall in any photographs. Now, it’s ready for its close-up!
Kelly Dawson
Dec 7, 2023
4 Sofa Trends Designers Say Will Take Over Your Living Room in 2024
Design Ideas
Hint: We’re saying goodbye to curved lines.
Kelsey Glennon
Dec 3, 2023
A Plain Living Room Gets a “Boho Barbie” Makeover with Lots of DIYs
Projects & Improvements
And it only cost about $250!
Emma Kershaw
Nov 30, 2023
This Super-Comfy Sectional Actually Makes My Small Apartment Feel So Much Bigger (And It’s on Sale!)
It's my dream couch (and it's on sale now)!
Ian Burke
Nov 26, 2023
A Tired Brick Fireplace Gets New Life with a DIY Whitewash
Projects & Improvements
The new mantel is an eye-catching upgrade.
Collette Reitz
Nov 25, 2023
11 Christmas Living Room Decor Ideas: From Minimalist to Maximalist
Go all out, or keep it ultra simple.
Collette Reitz
Nov 23, 2023
I Can’t Stop Talking About How Comfortable This Stylish Sofa Is — and It’s On Sale for Black Friday!
That deep seating is truly a dream!
Sarah M. Vazquez
Nov 21, 2023
IKEA Shelves Turn This Living Room into a “Mini Museum”
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
This once-blank space is now a collector’s dream.
Sarah Everett
Nov 19, 2023
The Best Charging End Tables You Can Buy Right Now
Shopping
Say goodbye to the dreaded “10 percent battery remaining” notification.
Olivia Bowman
Nov 15, 2023
This Is the Genius, Space-Saving Living Room Piece You Never Knew You Needed
IYKYK... and it can work wonders in other rooms in your home, too.
Betsy Goldberg
Nov 7, 2023
A Dark Living Room Goes Bright with a $5,000 MCM-Style Makeover
Home Projects
The after puts the “modern” in mid-century modern.
Sarah Everett
Nov 7, 2023
This Living Room Makeover Is Like Night and Day (Literally)
HOME PROJECTS
Before, the oatmeal-colored walls made the whole room feel dark despite its large windows.
Sarah Everett
Nov 3, 2023
22 Green Living Room Ideas That Are So Serene
Go green in your living room. You won't regret it.
Sarah Lyon
Nov 2, 2023
I Tried the “Junebugging” Cleaning Method on My Dusty Living Room
Cleaning
It helped me stay on task despite distractions.
Meg Asby
Nov 1, 2023
We Asked 7 DIYers to Share Their Best Living Room Project Ideas
Projects & Improvements
Their recommendations span from small (a quirky DIY mirror) to big (classic picture frame molding), so you’re sure to find something to fit your space.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Oct 28, 2023
An Eclectic Living Room Makeover Has a Totally Unique Curtain Rod DIY
Projects & Improvements
“Work with the unique features of the room, and don’t be afraid to mix it up when the mood strikes,” this homeowner advises.
Sarah Everett
Oct 25, 2023
Plants and Checkerboard Are a DIY Dream Team in This Living Room Redo
Home Projects
“This was a very risky project,” the DIYer says. “I didn't know if it would turn out cool or chunky and busy.”
Sarah Everett
Oct 19, 2023
This Editor-Loved Sofa Brand Just Launched a Model That’s Perfect for Studio Apartments and Small Spaces
We're already in love.
Nikol Slatinska
Oct 17, 2023
10 Pull-Out Sofa Beds That Are a Dream for Overnight Guests
They’re perfect for small apartments!
Taylor Bushey
Oct 7, 2023
31 Fresh Modern Living Room Ideas That Are Anything but Boring
It's not all white walls and sharp lines — we promise!
Kelsey Clark
Oct 6, 2023