How to design a living room: from floors to wallcoverings, colours and layout
Experts share their tips on how best to design sitting rooms of all sizes
Living room planning advice
Decorating your living room? Don’t start your project without our expert advice for creating your dream space. Whether you’re choosing a new look or tackling a DIY project, we have everything you need.
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How to make your rooms smell good – 10 scent-sational ideas
Give every space a gorgeous fragrance hit and discover how to make your rooms smell good
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Sofa ideas for small living rooms – 11 looks for tiny or awkwardly-shaped lounges
From love seats to snugglers to modular seating, our sofa ideas for small living rooms offer compact and super comfy options for bijou spaces
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How to arrange living room furniture – experts reveal the 5 key steps
It's all about positioning your furniture in the right way, for the perfect place to perch
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Walk on the wild side with tribal-inspired home accessories...
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Switch on to smart TV display and storage units
The latest beautifully designed fitted or freestanding media furniture combines sharp looks with neat shelving and cabinetry to keep living spaces organised and clutter free
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Bring the English countryside into your home
Fill your home with seasonal colour
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Our guide to the most realistic fake flowers available
New manufacturing techniques are creating the most realistic faux florals yet
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Recreate this stunning country living room...we show you how to get the look!
Inspired by this lovely living room? Let us help you get the look with some suggestions below...
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10 statement light fittings that will make a space shine
Whether you're a fan of minimalist lamps or OTT pendants, lighting is a key ingredient of modern interior design
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Designer sofas you'll want to invest in
Take inspiration from this round up of chic designer sofas, all from Livingetcedit.com
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Colour school: How to decorate with hot pink and orange
Turn up the heat for summer with this fearless duo of dazzling brights.
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Our guide to internal doors
Interior doors can make a striking style statement and, if chosen wisely, could even add value to your property
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5 of the best squishy sofas for colourful country living
Sitting comfortably? Fabulous fabrics in chic colours catch the eye on these shapely and inviting sofas
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Six plush living rooms that are made for lounging
Stretch out and enjoy the view from these epic spaces
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Six statement artworks (and what they say about their owners)
Individual style for inspirational interiors
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Strokes of genius: 10 ways to inject texture into your home
From raw wood to mock-croc wallpaper, it's never been easier to get the feel-good factor in your space…
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Get a retro Scandi look on a budget
This sophisticated mid-century scheme is easy to live with, characterful and packed with style. Find out how to shop the look – without breaking the bank...
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The best retakes on the classic Chesterfield
Enjoying its revival of recent years, the Chesterfield has morphed into many new embodiments. Here's a selection of styles to whet your appetite
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Pick the perfect pattern: explore global prints
Add wow factor with an accent print or go for a fusion of designs from across the world
