There’s so much that goes into creating the just-right living room. The centerpiece is, of course, the couch and accent chairs. You have to have enough spots for your friends and family to comfortably lounge as you read, chat, or catch up on your favorite Property Brothers shows. And a coffee table is also an essential—so you have a place to store your remotes or set your drinks down. But ahead you’ll find all of that and more, including our best living room decorating tips, to plan your perfect gathering hub.

One of the best parts about living room design is that many pieces can actually double as organizational opportunities. For example, storage ottomans can house all your extra throw blankets or accent pillows while still elevating the room’s decor. Accent cabinets can provide a similar solution, offering closed storage and a surface to display books, candles, or personal mementos. And who doesn’t love a good basket here and there to elegantly house toys or other clutter?

We have plenty of design tips, too, whether it’s how to layer in lighting for a cozy atmosphere, choose the right-size area rug, or spruce up your mantel. We’ll even lead you in the right direction of your ideal design style, whether that’s eclectic, traditional, modern, or something else. So sit back in that chic reclining armchair and get ready for serious living room inspiration.