Highlights: Float your furniture layout: Avoid pushing sofas and armchairs directly against the perimeter walls; pulling seating toward the center of the zone creates an intimate conversation space and establishes natural walking paths. Anchor zones with visual cues: Use large area rugs, distinct lighting fixtures like chandeliers or pendants, and subtle accent walls to define

For years, interior design was dominated by clinical minimalism, with homes looking similar: white walls, gray flooring, and showroom catalog furniture. This style, deemed safe and corporate, was driven by the myth of maintaining a blank slate for resale value. Recently, there’s been a shift in how we view living spaces. Homeowners prioritize current comfort and