The Homes & Gardens Library is a definitive collection of design rules and timeless explainers. From how to choose a sofa to the principles of layout, each entry blends editorial authority, expert ...

Our living rooms wear a lot of hats: we watch TV, entertain friends, have conversations and spend time reading in them. Sometimes they double as home offices, playrooms for kids, or even dining rooms, ...

overhead view of man sitting in accent chair in cluttered living room - Charles Eshelman/Getty Images Curating the perfect living room layout is a balance between functionality and visual aesthetics.

There's no one-size-fits-all living room formula. You can't just choose a sofa, two chairs, and a coffee table and call it a day. The best living room layout is designed to fit your specific space and ...

You’re looking at rearranging your living room and just staring at the standard pieces: a sofa, a couple of chairs, and maybe a coffee table. How many ways are there to lay those out within a space?

Unless you have the income to build a custom home from scratch, you are probably going to be buying a home that's already built, and sometimes the layout of the house isn't perfect. Even with an ...