Living

Shape your living room into a cosy, adaptable space that meets the needs of every member of the clan

Thoughtful and stylish details to turn your living area into a cosy family space

Home is where the heart is—and thoughtful design helps make it a cosy sanctuary for the whole family. Within a multigenerational home, you’ll need to consider how to best build shared spaces, such as the living area, so that everyone is well taken care of. This means watching out for safety hazards, as well as catering for the unique habits and needs of each member of the family—furry pets included. According to design directors Jennifer Murray and Divya Anthony from The Mill Group, shared spaces such as living rooms need to be versatile and safe. “Sharp-cornered coffee tables can be especially dangerous, as they are usually at the same height as the heads of toddlers—so replace coffee tables with stylish ottomans to keep your living room baby-friendly,” says Murray, who suggests choosing soft upholstered furniture and items with rounded edges. Family life can also get pretty messy with infants and pets, so Anthony recommends stain-resistant and washable materials that are easy to clean. “Accidents happen, so being able to quickly wipe and wash the material can save you from costly cleaning and repairs,” she says. These innovative decor details will make your living room a welcoming space for all. THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT Movie night is a great way to bring the whole family together. Cinema-quality entertainment without all the frills is what the LG Signature W7 OLED TV offers. Merging state-of-theart technology, revolutionary pixel-dimming control and sharp images with a sleek, minimalist design, the W7 will help you save space without sacrificing quality.

CHOOSE SOFT UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE AND ITEMS WITH ROUNDED EDGES TO KEEP YOUR LIVING ROOM BABY-FRIENDLY

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FUSS-FREE FIT Families with infants and young children know that food and drink spillage are pretty much a given. While certain fabrics don’t tolerate food accidents very well, Acacia’s Fibreguard fabrics are easy to clean, stain-resistant, durable, and child and pet friendly, making them ideal choices for sofa and seating upholstery.

COSY SIESTA Tired parents and grandparents may need a place to nap in the middle of the afternoon. They can do so while still being in the presence of family with the Alvar sofa bed. Designed by Giuseppe Viganò for Bonaldo, the Alvar looks like a sofa with its high, padded headboard, yet offers some of the privacy and seclusion of a bed. It also works well as a spare bed for guests.