These rules are worth following.

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Your living room is the place where a lot ofwelllivinghappens.

Try these pro-approved living room design tactics to create the perfect hangout space in your home.

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“The idea that you have to buy living room seating in sets doesn’t apply anymore.

“Never put furniture up against the wallit always makes the room look smaller,” Helft says.

Bassford recommends arranging your seating either completely onor at least the front legs onan 8-by-10 or 9-by-12-foot rug.

A liveable living room with a dog

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You don’t want to have to shout!”

But you’re able to create your own if you don’t.

Ensure you have seating for at least your family and a few guests.

Mix and Match Living Room Furniture

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“If you have a console table, have stools stationed under there.

They’re easy to move and use as part of that conversation area.”

Living room design

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Living Room Conversation Area

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Living room focal point

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Stools Under Console table

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