The theme
Try to create a fair idea of the general look and feel you want to end up with. Some may prefer rustic designs whilst others may prefer contemporary furniture styles. If you like your contemporary furniture, look out for bold, yet elegant designs that make their presence felt. If you err more on the more rustic design side, go for bare wood furniture with a plain finish. In taking this approach you are not confined to a particular brand or range which gives you some creative flexibility. This will allow you to roll out your particular 'feel' across your entire home without making it seem 'over-done'.
Storage
In order to maintain your dream room style, you may want to consider space saving units to store all those gadgets and gizmos to keep your space looking clutter-free. Extra tables, shelves, sideboards and drawers all make a difference and you will be sure to find such units in a style to suit you.
Colours
It seems that everyone these days is going for a more 'modern' look, but don't feel confined to a palette of shades and a dash of red here and there. Many retro styles are making their way back into modern design so cool blues, silvers, chrome and dashes of hot colours can all add to the overall effect; 'Retro Office Chair' in black and stained ash is a good example.
Other ideas
Minimalism is seen by some to be integral to modern and contemporary furniture design. This doesn't mean to say that you have to evict all of your prized possessions from the living room to conform to its style. Although some forward thinking can help. Always be sure to measure up your room to avoid ordering things in the wrong sizes, not only will it save you from having to return your purchase, it will also inform you on how much space you have to play with in order to feature your long standing souvenirs and centrepieces. It will also indicate how much space you have to fit in some extra storage units to take care of the more unsightly parts of your collection.
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Kate
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