Home Inspiration Living Room

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. If you’ve ever wondered how to make the most of your living room storage, you’re not alone. Nearly every homeowner is on the hunt for ways to keep their […]

Every year, new trends hit the interior design landscape and 2019 is no different. In particular, this year there is an emphasis on  living room trends. We’ve decided to take a closer look at them today. Read on to learn about these new living room trends and tips on how to make these looks work […]

Ivan Hunter / Getty Images In the winter, having a fireplace is a little slice of heaven. When the sun sets behind the horizon, it invites you to grab a cozy throw, a book and a mug of something warm. The only problem with having a fireplace is that it can take over your room’s design. […]

JuliaLototskaya / Getty Images We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page.  We love the look of a styled coffee table to give your living room a pulled-together feel. When you think of your coffee table as […]

The formal living room has become an endangered species.  Freshome reached out to experts around the country, and the responses were the same. “There was a time when everyone wanted three bedrooms, two baths, formal living and dining, and a basement den – but those days are over,” says Angela Williams, a Birmingham, AL-based realtor […]

Your brick fireplace is a dependable source of heat and, if it’s wood-burning, also helps keep your heating costs low. But the outdated design may have become an eyesore, and years of soot can make it look even worse. We found several ways to make your brick fireplace look better – much, much better. Taco […]

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Whether you’re looking to redo a living room or you have a brand new room to fill, you may want to consider using a sectional sofa. Sectional sofas are great […]

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page.  Amazon is a great place to source and buy a multitude of products. Most items ship free if you’re a Prime member, and Amazon boasts fast delivery, unbeatable prices […]

Indoor fireplaces have been a mainstay in homes for centuries. In the early days, they served purely functional roles in the home before modern-day heating systems. But now, even with automatic heating systems, the feeling of relaxing beside a fire is hard to resist. Today, fireplaces occupy a special place as a design element that […]

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page.  We’re always interested in easy ways to rev up living room decor. If you can only add one item to make a big impact in your space, an area […]

Merriam-Webster describes Zen as “a state of calm attentiveness in which one’s actions are guided by intuition rather than by conscious effort.” From a colloquial standpoint in the West, we generally use it to describe anything that is calm, serene, simple and soothing, especially when it comes to interior design. Zen spaces are also usually […]

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Velvet sofas have found their way back into our living rooms. Once thought of as formal, velvet sofas and chairs had a renaissance in the 1960s when global decor was […]

If your home has a family room or den, we’re guessing it’s probably the most popular room in the house (after the kitchen, of course!). It’s the perfect place to hang out, watch movies, play games, or just relax together. Want to spruce up your family room, or turn an unused space into a modern […]

Vostok / Getty Images We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. These days, the living room is one of the most important rooms in the home — and also the breeding ground for some of the […]

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page.  If lounging is a favorite pastime, your small living room space doesn’t have to cramp your style. We’ve got 10 of the best couches for small spaces and best […]

Andreas von Einsiedel / Getty Images Designed by ALPES Green Design & Build and built in 2016, this state of the art luxury townhouse is like having your very own resort at home. Located in Đà Nẵng, Vietnam, a city with a sunny and hot climate, preserving energy and cool air became essential. The designers wanted to create something […]

ExperienceInteriors / Getty Images Coffee table, cocktail table, occasional table … there aren’t many pieces of furniture that have multiple names and uses. When you consider how important (and functional) a great modern coffee table is to a living room, it’s incredible how often it is taken for granted. The first piece that comes to mind when furnishing […]

Roger Brooks / Getty Images Who says a fireplace should be enjoyed only during the winter? We’ve got some hot fireplace ideas that are bound to inspire you year round. These contemporary fireplaces are sleek and sexy. The latest trends involve minimalistic, clean lines, timeless materials and the utmost in beauty and efficiency. To truly enjoy […]

Many small living room ideas revolve around tricking the eye into making the area appear more spacious. Such strategies can transform an area that feels cramped and claustrophobic into one that feels cozy and aesthetically pleasing. Decorate in a way that maximizes light and space, and pay attention to how you use color, scale and […]

Once inside your front door, the first room your guests and family members are likely to encounter is your living room. You host gatherings in your living room, snack on the couch while watching TV, listen to children practice musical instruments, and just generally hang out in this multifunctional space. The way you design your […]

The living room is often the first room that visitors see when they walk through your front door, and the space sets the tone for how guests feel about the rest of your home. Your living room is also a place for entertaining friends and relaxing with family and its design should reflect that. While making the space physically […]

The living room is often one of the most-used rooms in a home, so when redecorating or remodeling think about how you can maximize utility and comfort. And whether the focus of the room is a home entertainment system or a functional space for conversation, a good way to anchor the room is by using a focal […]

Mint Images / Getty Images Swiss designer Till Konneker of Ill Designs moved into his apartment studio only to discover it lacked storage space. Like a creative artist that he is, Till imagined a storage space large enough to house a library, a bed, a closet and much more  – a multifunctional furniture set for […]

Your living room is where the social part of the home life takes place, a space designed to be used as you decide: entertaining, spending time with family, skateboarding, watching TV, or waiting for Santa Claus while enjoying the jolly fireplace entertaining system. The following examples will help you create your own version of the ultimate living room. Just […]

rappensuncle / Getty Images Overlooking unique panoramas from its blessed and carefully chosen location on a picturesque hillside in Hollywood, California, this luxurious mansion is a one-of-a-kind modern home. Bearing the name of the street it rises on, the Oriole Way luxury mansion was imagined by California-based studio McClean Design. Spreading over three levels that offer a fascinating collection of downtown […]

Do you find it difficult to choose a living room layout? This infographic put together by The FurnishedUp Blog makes it easy for anyone to decide on a practical decorating scheme. Developed around the user’s personal needs, the information below counts for quality advice when planning your house. For example, if you would like to […]

Haris Mulaosmanovic / EyeEm / Getty Images Let’s be real; when regal isn’t done right, it looks tacky.  How many times have we seen regal looking designs which give the impression that the owner is trying too hard.  Regal can’t be pulled off easily, but regal can be done right, so let’s have a look […]

There’s nothing cozier, more relaxing, or more romantic than a fire quietly roaring away in your fireplace. As beautiful and soothing as they are, fireplaces can also be dangerous. One must always adhere to fireplace safety when arranging fireplaces and remain sensible when lighting a fire. Unfortunately, there are terrible incidents that still occur due […]

There’s something warm and welcoming about a fireplace.  We tend to think of these spaces most often as the temperatures start to dip, as we get ready to fill their empty voids with stacks of wood, then set them ablaze as we bask in their warmth and glow. Many fireplaces in many homes, however, are […]

A living room without a coffee table is a lot like a supermodel without lipstick, undone. Just as lipstick is one detail that can complete a look, so too can the perfect coffee table. Coffee tables serve several purposes; from completing a look, to storage and display they are much needed in a space. The […]