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  1. The Living Room Centerpiece: 8 Coffee Table Styling and Selection Tips

    The Living Room Centerpiece: 8 Coffee Table Styling and Selection Tips

    Your sofa may be the focal point of your living room, but no sofa would be complete without its stylish sidekick: the coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as ‘cocktail tables’, are a staple in any living room. Along with enhancing the aesthetic of the space, coffee tables provide a convenient spot to place drinks, remote controls, devices, and...
  2. What’s in a Name? 5 Key Differences Between the Living Room and Family Room

    What’s in a Name? 5 Key Differences Between the Living Room and Family Room

    When it comes to furnishing your home, understanding the nuances between different spaces is crucial for creating a harmonious and functional environment. While the terms 'living room' and 'family room' are often used interchangeably, they serve unique purposes and embody distinct styles within a home. In this article, we'll delve into five key differences between these rooms, providing insights on...
  3. Small Room, Big Impact: 11 Ways to Make Your Living Room Seem Bigger

    Small Room, Big Impact: 11 Ways to Make Your Living Room Seem Bigger

    When working with a limited living space, the challenge is to create an area that feels open, welcoming, and larger than its actual dimensions. But how do you transform a space-challenged room into one that feels both stylish and spacious? In this blog, we're excited to share 11 effective strategies that will help you visually expand your living room. From...
  4. The Elephant in the Room: How to Properly Place a Flat Screen TV in Your Living Room

    Flat screen televisions have become a modern living room staple. They provide our families with endless hours of enjoyment, but let’s back up and talk about proper TV placement.  While you may not be able to hide your (enormous!) flat screen television, there are steps you can take to ensure that it blends seamlessly with the decor in your family...
  5. Don’t Fall to Pieces: Finding the Right Sectional Sofa Layout for Your Room

    When it comes to designing a living room that's comfortable and inviting, your sofa matters. Along with acting as the focal point of most living rooms, the sofa is also the primary place where your loved ones will congregate to visit, relax, and hang out. While traditional sofas and loveseats are great, it's hard to beat the style and comfort...
  6. It's a Wonderful Life: 7 Tips to Get Your Living Room Ready for Holiday Entertaining

    It goes without saying that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for you AND your home. Whether you love to throw holiday parties that are large and elaborate or intimate and special, preparing your home to handle the hustle and bustle that comes with holiday entertaining is essential. While every area of your house...
  7. Two Rooms, One Space: Furniture Arrangement Ideas for Living-Dining Room Combos

    Today's homeowners love open floor plans. After all, what's not to love about living spaces that feel expansive, bright, and inviting? Open-floor concepts are an ever-growing trend that combine two or more normally independent rooms to create one large space. In most cases, open-floor plan spaces will meld together the living room and kitchen, dining room and living room, or...
  8. 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself Before Custom Ordering a Sofa

    Not all pieces of furniture are created equally. Some will get significantly more attention and use than others, such as your sofa. Because sofas are a staple furnishing in any home and will likely be used every day year after year, it's worth taking your time when shopping for a new one. If you're ready to buy a new piece...
  9. From Good to Great: How to Buy the Best Quality Sofa for Your Budget

    Not all sofas are created equally! Like automobiles, the price for a quality sofa can vary broadly. With so many options to choose from, selecting a sofa that you love without breaking the bank can seem like an impossible feat. Fortunately, our design team is here to help. With over 100 years in the furniture business, Star Furniture is uniquely...
  10. From Drab to Fab: 5 Ways to Take Your Family Room to the Next Level

    Along with the kitchen, the family room is one of the most important social spots of the home. It's where your family gathers to spend time together, and often the spot where our guests spend time too. The perfect family room is designed to give ample space for family and visitors alike. Because it's such an important area, being intentional...

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