Living room
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Experts reveal the number of light sources you should have in a living room to nail the layered lighting trend – the number surprised even me
This is the magic number of light sources you should have in a living room to transform a space with layered lighting, according to interior experts
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Sofa colour trends 2025 – the 6 hottest shades to inject into your living room
From the bold to the cosy, these are the colours you’ll be covering your sofa with this year
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6 things I always see in the most stylish boho-inspired living rooms, as an interior stylist
Discover the key ingredients to achieving a free-spirited, eclectic living space
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Sofas are getting a micro update that will make a big impact in 2025 – what you need to know about the sofa piping trend
The latest statement-making living room trend that proves individualistic interiors are in
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Interior experts say your sofa cushions absolutely don’t need to match – this is the one rule they recommend following instead
This is why matching cushions are out and mix-matching is in
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Living room colour schemes – 26 ways to bring your lounge to life with on-trend shades and timeless colour combos
The best colour choices for your lounge in a nutshell – whether you’re after the hottest colours, timeless palettes or stylish tone pairings
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Living room lighting ideas – 33 easy ways to use lights and lamps to add style and create a cosy mood
From quirky lamps to the right tone of your light, these are the best ways to give your lounge a stylish look and a cosy feel
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I just bought a loose cover sofa – 3 reasons furniture experts agree that removable covers are the best choice for busy homes
This is why I'm never going back to fixed sofa covers – and why I would recommend everyone to do the same
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10 best sofa beds – comfortable, stylish, and versatile
The best sofa beds for hosting overnight guests in style – I've found the most comfortable sofa beds from Habitat, John Lewis, Dunelm, Heal's, Sofa.com, and more
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A patterned sofa can instantly elevate your space, but interiors experts warn this new trend will age quickly unless you follow one simple rule
Give your patterned sofa a timeless, not trendy, appeal
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I’ve been seeing sofa skirts all over my Instagram feed – experts reveal whether this is a sofa trend worth investing in
To sofa skirt or not to sofa skirt? Experts reveal the pros and cons of the latest sofa trend
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Stacey Dooley has found the best way to hide a TV in a living room – this is how she's done it
'It’s giving luxe Wallace and Gromit' – and we’re obsessed
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The biggest sofa trends of 2025 – the 6 living room seating styles set to define the year ahead
These are the sofa styles you'll be sitting comfortably on in 2025
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Brown living room ideas – 16 ways to incorporate this year’s most on-trend colour into your living space
This earthy, cosy hue is set to be the hottest colour of the year – this is how to use it in your lounge
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How to make a coffee table look expensive – 7 ways to elevate your coffee table just like interior stylists do
Interior stylists reveal their tried-and-test tricks
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The bestselling sofa in 2024 – this is the sofa that you and I couldn’t stop thinking about this year
The most popular sofa styles featured on the Ideal Home website in 2024 revealed – are you surprised?
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Recliner sofas are the unexpected trend that I didn’t think I could get on board with – this is why I’ve changed my mind
This is the living room trend that took me by surprise – and it’s soon to be everywhere
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Small living room ideas – 54 clever ways to create and maximise space in a compact lounge
How to make the most of a tiny sitting room as recommended by experts
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Are you making this sofa mistake? George Clarke reveals how it can be a ‘detriment’ to your space
Choosing the wrong size sofa can disrupt the harmony of your living room
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This is the most popular sofa bed of 2024 – the design you couldn’t get enough of this year is currently on sale
The clicks are in and this is by far everyone’s favourite sofa bed of 2024
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What sofa colour will no longer be popular in 2025? Experts unanimously agree it’s this go-to neutral shade
This neutral sofa colour is on its way out – so what will replace it in the new year?
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Struggling to find a seat for everyone this Christmas? Clever tricks to comfortably fit the whole family into your living and dining rooms this festive season
The tips experts recommend for always having those extra seats when you have guests over
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How to master the art of sofa scaling – 4 tricks design experts use to choose the right size sofa for a living room
Pro-recommended tips for choosing a sofa size that’s just right for your space
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How to reduce stress this Christmas season – experts reveal how to make the festive period a more peaceful and enjoyable time of the year
The festive season doesn't need to be stressful or 'perfect'
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Architect and presenter George Clarke reveals the one thing he can't stand to see in a living room - but there is a rule you can follow to fix it
Have you ever considered your TV may be too big for your living room?
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How to arrange living room furniture at Christmas – 8 ways to create an inviting and comfortable space for your guests
Turn your lounge into a cosy, welcoming space with our expert-approved tips this festive season
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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
