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Living Room with Blue Barn Door

Mix and match patterns, embrace bold colors, layer rugs, and so much more! Try these tips to create a pretty space to enjoy conversations with friends and family.No matter if you call it a living room, family room, den, or even a keeping room–you've got that one room in your home, aside from the kitchen, that's intended for both family and company. And, we bet, you want it to look both pulled together and comfortable. We are here to tell you it's possible to create a well-decorated living room that will impress company and will be enjoyed by your family. Here are our best easy decorating ideas ranging in all different styles for those that love a more formal living room or a cozy den or a relaxed family room. What ever your style–we've got the decorating tips and ideas for your beautiful living room, beautiful family room, or your beautiful den. One thing is for sure, you'll be inspired by all of these chic decorating ideas. Coastal Lowcountry Living Room

Coastal Lowcountry Living Room

Materials that connect to the location are key to character building. Sisal hints at the marsh grasses in an elegant way and is also durable, easy to clean, and ideal for layering. The alligator skull speaks to the local wildlife, while palms in antique glass and fern-patterned pillows are additional nods to the room's Lowcountry vibe and provide a carefree polish.

Layering a vintage kilim over a natural sisal rug acts as an attractive barrier against water, sand, and other elements.

Louise Marsh residence.Living room in guest/party house

An elk antler trophy is the focal point in this living room, and the palm tree triptych and a blue, green, and mulberry palette create a comfortable environment.Unite Your Living Space

Blue and White Living Room

Designer Sam Blount used the biggest rug possible to tie this blue and white space together. "I’m a big fan of large rugs in small spaces—too many bitsy ones visually chop up the floor." says Blount.

Family Room with Gray Sectional Couch

These oversize sectionals allow everyone to sit, without touching each other. The bench-style seat cushions look cleaner and don't shift around like multiple seat cushions do.Use a Barn Door

Living Room with Blue Barn Door

A barn door allows the living space to be separated from the kitchen if nessessary, while taking up less space than traditional hinged doors.Modernize Heirloom Pieces

Living Room with Modern and Traditional Elements

The settee in this room was given a modern update with wild fabric, while neutrals were used for the curved vintage sofa and rounded swivel chairs.

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