Long, narrow living rooms (or family rooms) can be a chore to lay out and decorate, not to mention live in. Nobody wants to ...

Perhaps the shape of your room makes it awkward to place a sofa, or a lack of light makes it feel dark. Perhaps your space is ...

The living room is one of the most frequently used ... While it may seem natural to push furniture against a wall, it makes for a layout that's awkward both practically and aesthetically.

Determining the best layout for a small living room is tricky. I know because I myself have the good fortune of owning a home with a very compact living area (heavy on the sarcasm there).