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Camille Dubuis-Welch

5 Golden Rules for 'Good' Living Rooms Interior Designers Swear by — How Many Do You Follow?

Cozy living room with boucle armchair, couch and round glass-top coffee table overlooking patio.

When you're coming up with a fresh new look for a space in your home, aside from your entryway, there isn't another space that gets more airtime than the living room. It's no wonder you want to revamp it, there is endless inspiration – you're welcome friends – but with so much out there, it's easy to become overwhelmed and not focus on the right parts of this space.

When you love interior design, the chances are you have a creative spirit. And let's not beat around the bush, being creative and experimenting go hand in hand. But even in the theatre of the design world, there are some golden rules to follow closely for the best success. So what exactly constitutes 'good' living room design? We asked the pros.

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