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I don't need *any* more furniture, but this super-pretty Morris & Co sofa bed just made me rethink my living room setup
I can't stop thinking about this Swyft x Morris & Co sofa bed
By Amy Lockwood
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Is this the perfect sofa bed? IKEA's new £650 launch turns into a full-size bed for two *and* has hidden storage
I'm impressed
By Amy Lockwood
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How to make a small living room look and feel bigger – 19 ways to expand your space with clever colour, curtain, sofa and mirror tricks
Want to visually stretch your tiny lounge? These are interior experts' top tricks to do so
By Sara Hesikova
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Will Japandi rule your living room in 2026? Interior experts weigh in
This is how the trend and timeless design style is set to evolve
By Sara Hesikova
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A Japandi Living Room
Discover the key design ingredients for a living space that's the perfect blend of cosy and minimal
By Pip Rich
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This sofa bed is so comfy that I've been tempted to use it instead of my actual bed
Looks smart, unfolds to a full double, and is secretly the comfiest sleep spot in my home
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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'I spent hours looking for a sofa bed that would get through the door of my flat' – this flatpack design is the solution
I recommend this flatpack sofa bed to anyone struggling with awkward access
By Amy Lockwood
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I just discovered this stylish Next sofa bed *and* it's under £500 – no wonder savvy shoppers are snapping it up
The sofa bed that's proving a hit ahead of hosting season
By Amy Lockwood
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'You'd never know it was a sofa bed' – Loaf's new solution for hosting overnight guests is brilliantly disguised
No one will ever guess these stylish sofas hide a pull-out mattress inside
By Amy Lockwood
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How to plan a small living room – 14 questions experts say you should consider to make the most of a tiny lounge
A step-by-step guide to designing a small living room like a pro
By Sara Hesikova
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John Lewis has launched what I think is the most stylish sofa bed on the market – *and* it promises to be comfortable
I think this trend-setting sofa bed is one of the most stylish you can buy
By Amy Lockwood
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Are IKEA sofa beds worth it? I tested the entire range, and these are the 3 that convinced me they are
These are the IKEA sofa beds I would shop
By Amy Lockwood
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‘I bought three’ – Dunelm is having a huge sale right now but the cult Beatrice chair bed is the only thing you need on your radar
Run, don't walk
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 tricks that will keep a south-facing living room cool – even in a surprise heatwave
Keep your cool
By Kezia Reynolds
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‘It will create a sense of balance and proportionality’ – if you’re buying a living room mirror, this is the sizing rule to follow
Experts swear by this living room mirror sizing rule to get the proportions just right
By Sara Hesikova
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‘When your sofa and wall colours are in sync, the space feels intentional’ – experts reveal the 4 best paint and sofa colour combinations
These are the sofa and wall colour pairings that will effortlessly elevate your living space
By Sara Hesikova
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This £12 Amazon buy made my sofa bed so much more comfortable for guests - I just wish I'd bought them sooner
This quick fix gives the illusion of a proper bed
By Rebecca Knight
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IKEA's new sofa bed is what I'd buy for my own home as a sofa bed expert – it's the ideal choice for a small space
This budget-friendly sofa bed is my top pick if, like me, you're short on floor space
By Amy Lockwood
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'It’s an icon in the making!' – John Lewis' new showstopping sofa is one of the best designs from the brand to date
I fell in love with this new John Lewis sofa the minute I saw it
By Sara Hesikova
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I asked 8 interior designers what you shouldn’t put in a small living room – these 3 things kept coming up
The pros reveal what to avoid and what to do instead
By Sara Hesikova
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Should I buy a chair bed or a sofa bed? This is how to work out which is right for your home
Give your guests the gift of a comfortable night’s sleep
By Amy Lockwood
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Blue is one of the UK’s most popular living room colours – this is how to elevate your lounge with the timeless hue
These are the 19 ways to incorporate blue into your living space and take advantage of the colour's soothing effects
By Amy Cutmore
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'All our guests comment on how comfortable it is' – Habitat's new sofa bed looks designer without the price tag
It's a miracle – a sofa bed that's affordable *and* comfortable enough for sitting and sleeping
By Amy Lockwood
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Experts reveal why you should invest in a sofa bed ahead of the next heatwave – 'this might be your best bet during extreme heat'
If your bedroom gets too hot during the summer months, this could be the heatwave solution you need
By Amy Lockwood
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‘It makes your living room feel more connected and comfortable’ – the 4-inch seating rule is the trick interior designers have been using for years
The rule of thumb that designers always follow when it comes to living room seating
By Sara Hesikova
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Sofa colours to avoid – these are the 3 shades experts recommend to steer clear of, and the ones you should go for instead
These are the colours that experts say you might want to avoid for practicality and timelessness
By Sara Hesikova
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What is the best flooring for a busy family room? I asked 8 experts and these are the 2 styles they kept recommending
Both practical and pleasing to the eye
By Sara Hesikova


