Living Room Decorating

Living room with a navy blue sectional sofa, colorful rug, modern art, and a wooden TV stand.
A Designer Took This 70’s Living Room From Gloomy to Groovy (No Reno Necessary!)Decorating
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.
Emma Dangel
This 500-Year-Old Decor Trend Is Back — It Looks Exactly the SameDecorating
The charm is all in the details.
Heather Bien
Apr 25, 2026
Designers Are Bringing This Kitchen Detail Into Living RoomsDecorating
The end result is SO cozy.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 24, 2026
17 Ways to Fit a Dining Space Into Small Living RoomsDecorating
These spaces show you can have the best of both worlds.
Zee Krstic
Apr 21, 2026
I’m Swapping Living Room Blinds for a Shower Curtain Rod (See Why!)Decorating
The result feels so fairy princess.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 19, 2026
We Tested (and Rated!) All the Accent Chairs at Blu DotDecorating
They have some of the most beautiful upholstery options we’ve seen.
Nikol Slatinska
Apr 16, 2026
5 Ways to Refresh a Living Room for $0, According to DesignersDecorating
No gatekeeping here — these are all basically free ways to transform your space.
Michelle Garay
Apr 13, 2026
13 Timeless Bohemian Living Room Ideas from Our ArchivesDecorating
Save this if you’re living for the “laid-back” look.
Cori Sears
Apr 11, 2026
These 5 Things Are Secretly Ruining Your Living RoomDecorating
Decorating disasters waiting to happen.
Sarah Lyon
Apr 9, 2026
10+ Long Living Room Design Tips to Maximize Your LayoutDecorating
Plus, I’m sharing actual blueprints that instantly improve flow.
Heather Bien
Apr 8, 2026
The 5 Best Narrow Living Room Ideas We’ve Seen So Far This YearDecorating
These ideas just might spark your next makeover.
Heather Bien
Apr 7, 2026
I Broke My Mom's #1 Decorating Rule — My Living Room Has Never Looked BetterDecorating
When I first moved into my Brooklyn apartment about two years ago now, I was thrilled to finally have more space — until I actually got my furniture in there and realized it looked like dollhouse decor. With much higher ceilings, about 10 times the wall space, and a whole extra room to fill, everything from my East Village studio looked downright silly in my Brooklyn one-bedroom.
Emma Dangel
Apr 3, 2026
This “Man Cave” Basement Transforms into a Sweet Retro Family RoomDecorating
New paint and old furniture makes a perfect spot for the whole family.
Yelena Moroz Alpert
Apr 3, 2026
The 9 Best Pottery Barn Sleeper Sofas That Are Equally Stylish and FunctionalDecorating
Your guests won't want to leave.
Nikol Slatinska
Apr 2, 2026
I Tested and Rated West Elm’s Oliver Sofa — Here’s My Honest Review
Shopping
It's so affordable!
Julia O'Donnell
Mar 30, 2026
These 14 Cozy Couches Have Deep Seats That Were Made for Lounging
Shopping
Prepare to sink in and chill out.
Kelsey Mulvey
Mar 26, 2026
This IKEA Storage Staple Belongs in Your Living Room ASAPDecorating
It’s sturdy, chic, and might solve all your storage problems.
Olivia Harvey
Mar 25, 2026
16 Sofas That Look “Just Right” in Small Spaces
Style
All the small-space-friendly sofas we love.
Danielle Blundell
Mar 24, 2026
The 8 Best Wayfair Sleeper Sofas, Starting at $347Decorating
The perfect small-space guest solution.
Haley Lyndes
Mar 23, 2026
14 English Roll Arm Sofas That Will Instantly Elevate Your Living Room
Shopping
The English roll arm sofa might just be the accent your living room is missing.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Mar 20, 2026
I Test Furniture for a Living — These Are the 8 Best Budget Couches for Every HomeDecorating
They look so high-end, too.
Nikol Slatinska
Mar 20, 2026
7 IKEA Sofas Under $1,000 That Look So Much More ExpensiveDecorating
Your wallet will be thrilled.
Alexa Casanova
Mar 18, 2026
This West Elm Sofa Is Perfect for My Tiny Apartment and I Want to Lounge On It 24/7Decorating
It’s so customizable!
Nikol Slatinska
Mar 17, 2026
We Tested (and Rated) All the Sofas at Raymour & Flanigan — Here Are the Best for Every Space and NeedDecorating
If you can't go in person, we've got you covered.
Nikol Slatinska
Mar 6, 2026
We Tested (and Rated!) All the Accent Chairs at West Elm — Here Are the BestDecorating
Read to find out which one you should get.
Nikol Slatinska
Mar 2, 2026
Walmart's "Perfect" Space-Saving Sectional from Drew Barrymore Is on Major SaleDecorating
We love the Porcini Taupe color.
Haley Lyndes
Feb 23, 2026
This Stylish IKEA Bookshelf Looks Like Custom Built-Ins for Way LessDecorating
You’d genuinely never guess this piece came from IKEA.
Olivia Harvey
Feb 20, 2026
15 Best Sleeper Sofas for Small Spaces, According to EditorsDecorating
The small-space sleepers you (and your guests) will love.
Nicole Lund
Feb 20, 2026
She Ditched Half the Sectional, and the Living Room Finally WorkedDecorating
The “before” felt static and cold — the “after” is pure warmth.
Danielle Blundell
Feb 15, 2026
I Test Sofas for a Living — These Are the 16 Comfiest Sectionals for Every SpaceDecorating
Shop my picks from West Elm, Ashley, and more top retailers.
Nikol Slatinska
Feb 13, 2026
Why Customers Say This Buzzy Sustainable Furniture Brand Is “Well Worth It”Decorating
Here’s everything you need to know about the DTC brand.
Kelly Dawson
Feb 13, 2026
5 Living Room Trends That Will Rule 2026Decorating
Don’t hate us for #3.
Leah Lopez Cardenas
Feb 12, 2026
We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas at Blu Dot — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and SpaceDecorating
Modern design lovers, this one’s for you.
Nikol Slatinska
Feb 10, 2026
25+ Genius Ways to Fit an Office Into Your Living RoomDecorating
All of these brilliant spaces are straight from our house tour archive.
Cori Sears
Feb 5, 2026
“Such a Nice Solution”: The Stylish TV Hack Everyone Should TryDecorating
You won’t even know it’s there.
Olivia Harvey
Jan 29, 2026
Designers Say These 6 Trends Make Your Living Room *Way* SmallerDecorating
Small-space dwellers should avoid these at *all* costs.
Leah Lopez Cardenas
Jan 29, 2026
These 9 Nesting Coffee Tables Pull Double Duty in Cramped Living RoomsDecorating
Just ask our editors.
Alexa Casanova
Jan 27, 2026
Cramped Living Room? These 7 Glass Coffee Tables Will Make It Feel Twice as BigDecorating
Great buys for every budget.
Alexa Casanova
Jan 15, 2026
What to Know About BenchMade Modern’s Editor-Loved Furniture
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Plus, shop some of our faves.

Caroline Mullen
Jan 9, 2026
This Clever $50 IKEA Find Doubles Your Living Room Storage (and Looks So High-End!)Decorating
It’s so versatile.
Alexa Casanova
Jan 9, 2026
The '80s-Inspired Sofa Trend That's Taking Over 2026Decorating
Don’t worry — it’s still modern.
Alyssa Longobucco
Jan 2, 2026
This 5-Minute Refresh Makes Any Living Room Feel So Much CozierDecorating
It’s the New Year’s miracle we all need.
Olivia Harvey
Jan 2, 2026
This Editor-Loved Furniture Brand Has West Elm Vibes at IKEA Prices
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Your inspo boards are about to come to life!
Kelly Dawson
Dec 15, 2025
The 5 Best Living Room Layouts We Saw All Year LongDecorating
These ideas just might spark your next makeover.
Heather Bien
Dec 14, 2025
The All-Time Best Color for Living Rooms, According to DesignersDecorating
Plus, several other winning picks for a stylish and serene living space.
Cullen Ormond
Dec 12, 2025
7 Cozy British Decor Trends Every Designer Can't Stop CopyingDecorating
The secret to why interiors across the pond are always cozier.
Sarah Lyon
Nov 26, 2025
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.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Nov 24, 2025
See How a Designer Styles Different Sofas In One RoomDecorating
Mixing and matching is easier than you might think.
Jessie Quinn
Nov 21, 2025
I Didn’t Think I’d Ever Buy A Green Couch — But I’m So Glad I Got This One From Burrow (It’s Prettier Than I’d Imagined!)Decorating
Plus, it's on sale right now.
Madeline Bilis
Nov 20, 2025
I Searched for My Dream Couch for Months, and This One Checks All the Boxes Decorating
I’d swipe right on this couch.
Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Nov 14, 2025
The Luxe Fabric You’ll See Everywhere This Fall, and 10 Ways to Try It in Your Living RoomDecorating
It's a cut above the rest.
Alexa Casanova
Nov 6, 2025
I Found This Vintage-Looking TV Stand Hiding at Walmart for Under $200Decorating
It's small-space-friendly, too.
Alexa Casanova
Nov 4, 2025
My Designer Friends Swear By the "Two-Thirds Rule" for Everything HomeDecorating
Once you know it, you won't be able to unsee it in beautiful rooms!
Erica Finamore
Nov 2, 2025
Cloud Couch Fans, Assemble — I Found 12 for Every Space and Budget (Starting at $324!)Decorating
They’re luxe and ready for lounging.
Alexa Casanova
Oct 16, 2025
My Dad’s DIY Art Hack Completely Transformed My Living RoomDecorating
I can’t believe I didn’t think of it myself.
Blair Donovan
Oct 9, 2025
5 Living Room Trends Designers Want You to Leave in the 2010sDecorating
It’s time to move on.
Sarah Lyon
Oct 8, 2025
How Stylists Create Cozy Living Rooms in Under 5 MinutesDecorating
You may not even need to buy anything.
Zee Krstic
Sep 29, 2025
I Took a Pro’s Advice on My Narrow Living Room, and It Looks 3x BiggerDecorating
The real-life update you've been waiting for if you have a small space.
Heather Bien
Sep 27, 2025
The “Cute” and “Cozy” Seasonal Decor Accent You're Overlooking (for Under $75!)Decorating
It will save you space and money.
Alexa Casanova
Sep 25, 2025
This Amazon Find Is the Ultimate Small-Space Game-Changer — It’s a 4-in-1!Decorating
It’s stylish and functional.
Alexa Casanova
Sep 22, 2025
6 Living Room “Fixes” That Are Actually Fails, According to DesignersDecorating
Even the best of intentions can backfire when decorating.
Kelly Dawson
Sep 13, 2025