Living room decor
Our decor ideas for living rooms, lounges, sitting rooms, snugs and dens will guide you in your choice of colours and furniture as you create a comfortable space where the household can relax
Living room decor
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6 wabi-sabi living room ideas – create a perfectly imperfect lounge with this Japanese philosophy
This is how to incorporate the principles of this trending Japanese philosophy into your lounge for a harmonious look and feel
By Sara Hesikova
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I have designer taste on a high street budget and gave my space a festive makeover for less than £100 at H&M
Run don't walk for Christmas decor on a budget
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How to decorate a small living room for Christmas – 14 space-saving festive decorating ideas for a tiny lounge
These are the best ways to inject the festive spirit into your small living room in a stylish way without it feeling cluttered
By Linda Clayton
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Christmas tree ribbon ideas – 13 ways to incorporate this year’s biggest tree decor trend into your home
The hottest look of this Christmas season comes with a bow on top
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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The ‘womb room’?! Yes, that’s what Angela Scanlon calls her snug – and her paint choice is one of the hottest trends of 2025
It's called a 'womb room' for a reason
By Sara Hesikova
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I showed interior designer Matthew Williamson my living room and this was the mistake he instantly spotted I'd been making
What happened when a celebrity designer helped me choose a rug for my home
By Rebecca Knight
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40 fireplace ideas to turn your hearth into the elevated living room centrepiece of your dreams
Our favourite ways to turn a tired fireplace into the showstopping focal point of your lounge
By Holly Reaney
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Experts say this timeless pattern is the next big upholstery trend – here's how to style it in your living room
Bold striped upholstery is having a major moment – and we're here for it!
By Sara Hesikova
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The one place you should never put your sofa if you want to avoid sagging, condensation and damp
Are you guilty of making this sofa mistake?
By Kezia Reynolds
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What to put on a coffee table - experts reveal what you should (and shouldn’t) use to style your table
Follow these simple styling rules to get the most out of your coffee table
By Kezia Reynolds
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The golden rule for how tall a side table next to a sofa should be - according to design pros
It's time to get the tape measure out
By Ellis Cochrane
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Should a coffee table be lower than a sofa? The rules experts want you to follow
How to work out the perfect height for your table
By Ellis Cochrane
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Small living room ideas – 50 creative and innovative ways to elevate a tiny living space
Our favourite tips and tricks to make the most of a petite lounge
By Rebecca Knight
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As an interior stylist, this is how I make blankets look chic in a living room - these are my tricks of the trade
Fed up of messy blankets strewn on the sofa? Try these styling ideas instead…
By Laurie Davidson
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The most popular types of sofa selling out right now
Snuggle down on these comfy sofa picks
By Linda Clayton
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How to make a sofa look good with throws – from colour to placement
Looking to transform your sofa without breaking the bank? We share our top tips for doing just that with throws
By Holly Walsh
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How to create an entryway in a living room - 6 ways to define your living room's entrance
These expert design tips will create a welcoming entryway to your living room - for you and your guests
By Katie Sims
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Is it worth paying more for a made-to-order sofa? Experts reveal the pros and cons
More and more brands are launching their made-to-order sofa categories – but is this something you should consider?
By Sara Hesikova
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Living room feature wall ideas – 21 ways to create a standout focal point in your lounge
A feature wall is how you can anchor your living room and create a statement with a wow factor
By Lisa Fazzani
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Scandinavian living room ideas – 8 ways to nail the Scandis’ signature minimalist yet cosy style in your lounge
8 ways to take inspiration from one of the most stylish parts of the world and recreate the look in your living room
By Sara Hesikova
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35 cosy living room ideas to turn your lounge into a snuggly haven for long, cold evenings
Be snug as a bug with the help of our hygge-style lounge tips
By Tamara Kelly
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How to hide TV wires – 5 ways to eliminate messy cords from your living room for a clean and seamless look
Messy cables, be gone!
By Sara Hesikova
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Should your rug be lighter or darker than the sofa? Interior experts reveal how to strike the perfect balance
Experts share their tips on creating the right contrast in your living room to elevate your space
By Sara Hesikova
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4 rules interior designers always use to plan the perfect living room layout - these tried-and-tested tricks work every time
Failproof design rules that interior specialists swear by for living room layouts
By Katie Sims
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30 modern living room ideas for a clean and contemporary space that’s comfortable at the same time
This is how to update your lounge for a contemporary look in tune with modern living
By Tamara Kelly
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Burnt orange is the new furniture colour to embrace – this is why it's everywhere right now
The rich and juicy trend we're loving
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How to brighten a dark living room – 6 ways to make a dingy lounge feel light and airy
Experts advise how to lighten up a dark living room with the help of paint, the right materials and more
By Sara Hesikova