This designer's 'every seat needs a surface' rule has changed my living room layout forever – here's what I mean

Transitional living room with prints.

If your home is anything like mine, the living room is one of the hardest working spaces that needs a clever layout. 

I live in a fairly small apartment so naturally, my living room – which also doubles as our dining space – is the most used room. From relaxing in front of the TV to entertaining guests, my living room needs to be just as functional as stylish in its layout.