Living Room Ideas
Have something made just for you (and your house). Whether you live in your forever home or are renting your first apartment, having something made especially for you really makes your space your own. There are so many wonderfully creative options available these days for personalized items: Order a custom calligraphy-style address stamp. Commission a house or pet portrait. Have your monogram put on pillow covers or hand towels. Have your house numbers monogrammed onto cocktail napkins. Create a DIY monogram using stencils or iron-on letters for a budget-friendly project.
0. Get social. Shake up your weeknight routine by inviting a friend over to share coffee and dessert, or even start a group around a common interest. If a book club sounds too serious, get creative — how about a wine- and cheese-tasting club, a periodical society to discuss favorite magazines, a film club or a crafts night?
treat your dining room as a flexible living space. By keeping this room fresh and clean, with a vase of flowers or potted plant and candles on the table, and a few artistic finds or thoughtfully chosen books about, it can expand from eating place to all-around hangout zone. And without the tech trappings of the den or home office, it can actually be a more peaceful spot to spend an afternoon in. It does take some effort to keep that large expanse of table clear of piles of clutter, but it is worth it.
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2. Tweak the lighting. Lighting can make an amazing difference in our experience of a room. For each room in your home, count the light sources — aim for at least three but preferably more. If you have overhead lighting, put the fixtures on dimmer switches and supplement with table and floor lamps.
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