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Collected, Not Cluttered — 10 Lessons From Living Rooms That Get the Balance Just Right

From display ideas to styling rules, interior designers share tricks to make your belongings look curated rather than messily chaotic

Livingetc · Aug 21

The End of the ‘Statement Sofa’? Why Designers Say Shape Is So Much More Important Than Color in 2026

Bold isn’t always brilliant — “stylish seating is now all about form rather than finish,” says one expert

Livingetc · Aug 20

10 Important Measurement Rules Designers Say You Really, Really Need to Know for a Better Bedroom Layout

From the length of your curtains to the height of your headboard, every fraction of an inch matters

Livingetc · Jan 28

Decorating with Brown Used to Feel Dated, But Those Days Are Over — Here's How Designers Recommend Using it

As a naturally-occurring hue, brown can be seamlessly worked into our spaces, but getting the shade, style, and scale right is essential

Livingetc · Oct 20, 2024

What Colors Go With Silver? 5 Room Palettes That Showcase This Metallic in a Modern Way

You might be more team brass than team silver, but with the right color scheme complementing it, this finish can look surprisingly chic, as these real-life spaces go to prove

Livingetc · Sep 29, 2024

What cabinets are best for an outdoor kitchen? 5 designs that are stylish and durable

These outdoor kitchen cabinet designs blend style and function for a seamless alfresco setting

Homes & Gardens · May 12, 2024

9 Contemporary Coastal Color Palettes Designers Love Which Make Rooms Feel as Relaxing as a Vacation

Coastal color palettes have come a long way from the world of the classic blue and white nautical stripe, and designers are embracing this look for modern and serene schemes

Livingetc · May 6, 2024

5 Things Designers Are Doing With White Marble in Bathrooms Now That Feels So Modern and Beautiful

White marble means opulence, sophistication, and beauty, and it can still be a great choice for any modern bathroom

Livingetc · May 3, 2024

8 Ways to Make a Minimalist Home Feel Comfortable — "It Doesn't Have to Mean Stark and Severe"

Minimalism in design can give your mind room to breathe, but many people worry it's something that is inherently uncozy — these designers want to show you that's not the case

Livingetc · Apr 28, 2024

Designers Share the 5 Most Popular Sofa Colors for 2024 (and What Accent Shades to Pair With Them!)

What are the most popular sofa colors for 2024? These five are the designers' favorites

Livingetc · Apr 17, 2024