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Mid-century style sofas are loved for their timeless look and simple, streamlined design – these are the 12 styles I recommend that will never go out of style

‘Mid-century design has a timeless quality that makes it incredibly easy to live with’

Ideal Home · Aug 30

These are the 3 places you should never hang a mirror – ‘You could end up making the room feel busier rather than bigger’

Avoid highlighting the wrong areas of your home with these pro tips

Ideal Home · Aug 26

Do you have a conversation-first living room? Experts reveal 5 top tips on how to create a lounge that’s less about a screen and more about the people in it

This is how to design a living space that’s welcoming and encourages quality time together

Ideal Home · Aug 10

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The 10 Sofas Worth Designing Your Home Around in 2026, According to Some of the Coolest Designers

By starting with the biggest piece in the room, the rest of the design ought to just flow. These are the 10 sofas designers used to create entire schemes

Livingetc · Aug 3

Ideal Home Awards 2026 Living Room Winners – our expert panel of judges has spoken and these are the brands and designs that stood out to them the most this year

Our expert panel of judges has spoken and these are the brands and designs that stood out

Ideal Home · May 28

A neutral living room doesn’t have to be boring – 18 ways to create a stylish and interesting neutral lounge

The top expert-recommended neutral living room ideas to make a neutral scheme chic, cosy and anything but boring

Ideal Home · Feb 8

ICYMI: These Are the Latest Launches and Homeware Releases That Single-Handedly Saved Me From the January Blues This Year

This month is a true mix of decor that keeps your home cozy while preparing for spring in style

Livingetc · Jan 30

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I’m a Room Decor Editor who loves a good accent chair – these are my 6 go-to brands I always rely on for stylish but reasonably priced armchairs

An accent chair is an easy way to give your home an update

Ideal Home · Jan 22

Get comfortable because 2026 is all about deep and generous sofas – experts reveal how to embrace the look in your living room

‘They give us a feeling of being cocooned and cosy in our homes’ – this is why deep-seated, generously sized sofas are trending right now

Ideal Home · Jan 12

I've spent the last 5 years writing about sofa beds – these are the best times of year to shop if you want a bargain

And one of them is right now in the January sales

Ideal Home · Jan 2

This East Sussex cottage wouldn't look out of place on a Christmas card

And with its open-plan kitchen extension it's surprisingly spacious

Ideal Home · Dec 3, 2025

Stylish and comfortable sofas with hidden storage are hard to come by – but these 6 styles tick all the boxes

I found the best storage sofas so that you don’t have to

Ideal Home · Dec 1, 2025

The Hidden Storage in This Bench Seat Is So Sleek, I Almost Didn't See It — It's a Genius Piece of Furniture for Keeping Shoes in a Hallway

It's so versatile, I can honestly see a use for it in almost every room of the home

Livingetc · Nov 25, 2025

I love trying out new sofas – and these are the latest sofa designs and new brands that impressed me this season

It's been an autumn filled with sofa launches – and these are the ones I think should be on your radar

Ideal Home · Nov 20, 2025

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Livingetc · Sep 16, 2025

I Never Thought I'd Say That Purple Sofas Are Trending, but This Color Is Undeniably Having a Big Moment

According to Google Trends, the search for 'purple sofas' grew by 5,000% in August, but it's these designer schemes that have really convinced me on them

Livingetc · Aug 6, 2025

The Zeitgeist Edit — This Is What's Inspiring Our Editor This August

New openings, collections, trends, and cultural touchpoints to keep you in the design loop for the month ahead

Ideal Home · Jun 21, 2025

'My favourite part of the house is the period features, especially the large windows and high ceilings'

See how this couple has updated their elegant Victorian property, making it a modern family home full of classic touches

Ideal Home · Mar 11, 2025

I'm seeing this sofa shape pop up in every spring/summer collection this year – how to make it work for your living room

The curved sofa trend is everywhere, but how practical is it for everyday life?

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Ideal Home · Jan 16, 2025

I just bought a loose cover sofa – 3 reasons furniture experts agree that removable covers are the best choice for busy homes

This is why I'm never going back to fixed sofa covers – and why I would recommend everyone to do the same

Ideal Home · Jan 9, 2025

The biggest sofa trends of 2025 – the 6 living room seating styles set to define the year ahead

These are the sofa styles you'll be sitting comfortably on in 2025

Ideal Home · Dec 26, 2024

Recliner sofas are the unexpected trend that I didn’t think I could get on board with – this is why I’ve changed my mind

This is the living room trend that took me by surprise – and it’s soon to be everywhere

Ideal Home · Nov 23, 2024

How to become a living room family – 7 sofa and decorating tricks to get the family together in one place

The 'living room family' trend is taking over TikTok – this is what it means and how to create the right environment to become one

Ideal Home · Nov 18, 2024

How many cushions should you have on your sofa? Experts share the golden rule of getting it just right

You’ll never have too many or not enough sofa cushions ever again

The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2024

10 best armchairs for relaxing in style, reviewed by an interiors expert

For style and comfort, these are the best armchairs to sit back and relax in this season

Ideal Home · Oct 29, 2024

Experts say this timeless pattern is the next big upholstery trend – here's how to style it in your living room

Bold striped upholstery is having a major moment – and we're here for it!

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