Style Secrets from a Design Pro

Birmingham homeowner and designer Jill Boothby started with the basics when she decorated her own bungalow. Use her budget-friendly ideas, design advice, and lists of room essentials to create the home of your dreams.

Design Ideas for Living & Dining Rooms

Thinking of these two rooms as a unit creates a cohesive look for your home.

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Jill Boothby Living Room
Photography Laurey W. Glenn / Styling Leigh Anne Montgomery

Five Living Room Essentials

When starting your living room from scratch, designer Jill Boothby recommends that you focus first on these key elements:

  • Sofa
  • Round Coffee Table
  • Woven Rug
  • Upholstered Chair
  • Simple Window Treatments
 

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Jill Boothby Living Room

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