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What makes a living room look cheap? 10 things to avoid and what to do instead to elevate your space
The experts share their top advice and tips
By Ellis Cochrane
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How many of these sofa buying mistakes have you made?
Investing in a new sofa can be expensive, so don't waste your money by making these errors
By Amy Cutmore
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What colours make a small living room look bigger? Elevate your lounge with this simple colour trick
These clever colours will make a compact lounge feel bigger
By Holly Cockburn
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IKEA re-releases the ÖNNESTAD armchair from the 70s
IKEA’s ÖNNESTAD armchair is the brand’s newest archival relaunch from 1972
By Sara Hesikova
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Should you put a TV above the mantelpiece? Experts all agree on this newly sparked debate
This is where you should and shouldn't put your TV, according to interiors experts
By Sara Hesikova
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Dunelm's new curved sofa looks designer – but is a fraction of the price of high-end alternatives
At £600 it’s an affordable designer lookalike
By Sara Hesikova
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Should you mix and match sofas? These design experts reveal the answer and deliver their styling tips
Eclectic decor is in - but here's how to make mismatched sofas work
By Holly Cockburn
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The 6 things that every stylish mid-century living room has in common, according to an interior stylist
After that retro look? These simple design ingredients will help you create an effortlessly cool living room vibe
By Laurie Davidson
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How to update a living room without buying anything new - free ways to give your space a new look
Refresh your living room and give your space a new lease of life - without spending a penny
By Katie Sims
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IKEA relaunches its iconic 'happiness' armchair from the Sixties – and it’s a bold and bright statement
The bright yellow archival armchair design is set to put a smile on everyone's face
By Sara Hesikova
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Where to spend and save on a living room to get the most out of your budget
These expert tips will ensure you allocate your living room budget wisely
By Katie Sims
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6 best sofa fabrics for a calming home - the materials recommend by experts
These soothing textiles are proven to trigger feelings of calm
By Andrea Childs
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Does a living room need a side table? Design experts explain how to get the styling right
Is a side table right for your living room? This is how to ensure it stays chic instead of cluttered
By Holly Cockburn
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8 things in your living room making you feel stressed and how to fix them fast
Get wise to the sneaky stressors that are spoiling your chill and redesign your space for premium downtime
By Vanessa Richmond
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How to make your living room feel more luxurious - clever tricks to transform your space
The experts share their top tricks for giving a living room the luxe treatment
By Ellis Cochrane
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9 simple living room layout fixes to make you feel happier and your space flow better
Simple ways to make your living room work and flow better for a more inviting and soothing space
By Vanessa Richmond
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This 'ingenious' hack for hiding a TV made us realise we've been overcomplicating things for too long
And it's ridiculously easy to recreate
By Jullia Joson
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The Primark bouclé chair that we're all on the hunt for
And our fave alternatives, too...
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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IKEA has relaunched its 'anti-stress' armchair from 1967 – it's already a classic
Self care in a seat? Just maybe...
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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5 reasons you should think twice before buying a faux leather sofa, according to experts
If you want a sofa that lasts, faux leather probably shouldn’t be your first choice…
By Lauren Bradbury
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What colours go with a grey sofa – interior stylists reveal how to style this shade for maximum impact
Personalise this popular sofa colour choice to your own individual style
By Sara Hesikova
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How to make a living room feel warmer without turning the heating on
Keep cosy in front of the TV without the fear of a giant energy bill
By Amy Hodge
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The cost to reupholster a sofa vs buying a new sofa – which is the cheapest (and best) option for you?
We’ve weighed up the options for you
By Lauren Bradbury
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Should you put a sofa in front of a window? Design experts all agree this is the ideal arrangement
Working out where to put a sofa in a living room? Experts reveal why you shouldn't put it in front of a sofa
By Katie Sims
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The on-trend sofa colours that are set to dominate in 2024
From warm neutrals to retro mustard, there's a shade for every space
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Experts warn against 9 design mistakes making your living room feel cold – but they're quick to fix
The experts reveal how to create a warm and inviting space all year round
By Ellis Cochrane
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6 secret tricks stylists use that can make any sofa look more expensive
Upgrade your sofa with these simple styling tips
By Sara Hesikova