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How to choose the best coffee table for your small living room – experts reveal the 5 best styles for a tiny lounge

The ultimate guide to how and where to pick up a stylish and practical coffee table

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I love my modular sofa – but these are the 5 things I wish I knew before I bought it

Don't make the same mistakes as me

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A Sofa Expert Shares the 5 Biggest Sofa Bed Buying Mistakes to Avoid (so Yes, Send This to Whoever Is Hosting You This Christmas)

Mattress quality, easy set-up, and prioritizing comfort all play a role in how long your guests will last on your sofa bed

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I just discovered Loaf has launched two new flatpack sofa beds – they're ideal for anyone with awkward delivery access

My two favourite Loaf sofas are now available as sofa beds, not that you'd ever guess there was a mattress hiding inside them

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This Genius Sofa Bed Has an 'Extendable' Chaise So You Can Have a Corner Sofa in a Small Space (Only When You Need It)

It's a converting sofa that does it all — great for small living rooms and guest rooms alike

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I don't need *any* more furniture, but this super-pretty Morris & Co sofa bed just made me rethink my living room setup

I can't stop thinking about this Swyft x Morris & Co sofa bed

Ideal Home

Will Japandi rule your living room in 2026? Interior experts weigh in

This is how the trend and timeless design style is set to evolve

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ICYMI: 10 Hot, New Homeware Collections and Collaborations That Launched in September and Should Definitely Be on Your Radar

There's always a lot of newness to keep track of, don't worry — I've done the hard work for you

Livingetc

William Morris homeware is everywhere right now – but these are the 4 best collections to shop right now

If you're a fan of the Arts and Crafts designer, you won't want to miss these collabs

Ideal Home

This sofa bed is so comfy that I've been tempted to use it instead of my actual bed

Looks smart, unfolds to a full double, and is secretly the comfiest sleep spot in my home

Ideal Home

'I spent hours looking for a sofa bed that would get through the door of my flat' – this flatpack design is the solution

I recommend this flatpack sofa bed to anyone struggling with awkward access

Ideal Home

This Just-Launched Sofa Bed Has Secret Storage and a Space-Saving Design That Makes It A Saviour for a Small Living Room or Guest Bed

A new launch from an editor-favorite brand, this sleeper sofa is a big contender for those looking to make more room for guests this season

Livingetc

How to plan a small living room – 14 questions experts say you should consider to make the most of a tiny lounge

A step-by-step guide to designing a small living room like a pro

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‘It makes your living room feel more connected and comfortable’ – the 4-inch seating rule is the trick interior designers have been using for years

The rule of thumb that designers always follow when it comes to living room seating

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These 10 child-friendly sofa ideas will survive your little ones’ sticky fingers and jumping around – they balance practicality and style perfectly

If you've got children, investing in these sofas will save you a lot of headaches in the future

Ideal Home

Is this the best Morris & Co. homeware collaboration yet? Swyft has given the heritage prints a modern spin, these beautiful pieces will score you serious style points

Is this the best Morris & Co. homeware collaboration yet?

Livingetc

This Morris & Co. Sofa Collaboration Might Be the One to Finally Prove Classic Prints Can Work in a More Modern Home

A merging of minds, this exclusive edit expertly combines traditional prints and patterns with functional modern design

Livingetc

I Tested John Lewis' Best Sofas — These Are My Thoughts, and Which I'd Buy in 2025 for Style and Comfort

If you're online shopping at John Lewis for your sofa, dimensions and cut-out photos only tell half the story. I'm a design editor who has owned one of the brand's sofas before — this is my in-person review of this year's best

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Hide toys, tidy away cables – and make friends with baskets: 11 clever home storage hacks

Decluttering is all very well, but what about the vital odds and ends that modern life demands? Here are our expert tips on how to have a tidier home (and some surprising hiding places)

Evening Standard

Swyft Model 11 sofa bed review: the stylish, easy-set-up sleeper

Abha Shah discovers Swyft's Model 11, a sleek three-seater sofa bed that combines style and easy setup - absolutely no tools required

Evening Standard

Best luxury sofa beds for ultimate comfort

Looking for the best luxury sofa bed? Find out which models offer the ultimate in comfort and style for your home.

Ideal Home

What sofa colour will no longer be popular in 2025? Experts unanimously agree it’s this go-to neutral shade

This neutral sofa colour is on its way out – so what will replace it in the new year?

The Independent UK

10 best corner sofas that will add style and comfort to your home

Elevate your living room lounging, with one of these tried-and-tested corner sofas

The Independent UK

Save up to £1,500 on these luxury sofas in the Black Friday sale

Get the perfect sofa for your home for less this Black Friday – here’s how

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Best sofa beds, tested by an interiors editor

From leather to soft velvet options, these sofa beds are stylish and functional

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