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Linda Clayton

Living room alcove ideas – 10 clever ways to unlock the full potential of these tricky spaces

Green mini bar in alcove.

Living room alcoves, those often-unloved niches and nooks, are actually secret weapons in the battle against bland interiors. Look closely, and you’ll find the very best living room ideas are blessed with one or more alcove.

Yes, they are often shallow, misshaped and even a bit wonky. And, OK, sometimes they do make it tricky to get all your furniture in. But with a bit of design cunning and expert advice, your living room alcoves can become your new BFF.

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