These company-approved spaces also deserve some daily use!
However, including these more formal spaces in your home shouldn’t mean sacrificing practicality.
What Differentiates A Formal Living Room From A Family Room?
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“Both rooms are meant for living, but the inhabitants and frequency of use set them apart.”
A similar color palette keeps the space cohesive.
In the2019 Idea House, designer Heather Chadduck Hillegas incorporated multi-purpose garden stools.
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Repurpose Dining Chairs
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I splurged on this space.
In the cozy yet elevated living room, she combined countless textiles and prints.
Lean into Neutrals
Sometimes it doesn’t take much to elevate a room.
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Let the exterior inform the space and keep the scheme neutral as seen inthis expansive living room.
Designate Multiple Seating Areas
Break up large spaces with various furniture groupings.
The plush furniture softens the room’s grandeur.
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“I wanted the area to just seem collected with no specific style,” she says.
Whether on top of hardwood or a carpeted floor, laying rugs adds interest without a heavy lift.
From cocktail hour to post dinner drinks there’s no better way to entertain than around a cozy fire.
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Display a Collection
Design a gallery wall to showcase favorite art pieces or collections.
Enhance the Coastal Feel
Laid-back vacation homes don’t mean you should have to sacrifice on style.
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