You might feel your space needs a bit of a redesign, or have plans to invest in new furniture or storage. Or maybe you’re just looking to rejig what you have to give it a style boost. Either way, there are plenty of designer tricks that can help you make the most of your living room’s potential.

We ask our favourite experts from the world of interiors to share their top living room ideas when it comes to arranging furniture and fixtures. From TV’s loveable Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen to sofa connisseur Charlie Marshall, founder of Loaf, they’ve come up with some real winners…

How to arrange living room furniture

1. Begin by thinking about how you use the room

‘I’d always start with what the actual lines of sight are when using the room and how you use the room,’ says TV presenter Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen. Charlie Marshall, founder of Loaf, agrees. ‘It’s all about understanding how you’re going to use the room’ says Charlie.

‘You may use yours for watching telly, the kids doing homework, reading a book as well as entertaining friends. This will help you understand what living room lighting, seating and storage you need’

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Some prefer a classic kettle BBQ that has a compact frame and is very easy to operate. These are perfect for low-maintenance garden parties when you want to cook up a few burgers to keep your guests happy. Foodies will love a gas barbecue for the ease of use and often immense grilling area, which means you can cook up a real feast all in one go.

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Our best BBQ guide features brands like Weber, Everdure, Char-Broil, Traeger, Outback, and Kamado Joe. There are also some options from the likes of John Lewis & Partners, Argos, and Very.com, which deliver on value and stylish features. If you’re willing to spend a little more you can even find BBQs with side burner to cook up sauces and get a headstart on your corn-on-the-cob.

Best BBQ 2021

1. Weber One Touch E4710

Best charcoal BBQ on a budget

Type of BBQ: Charcoal
Cooking area: 47cm diameter
Weight: 15kg

Reasons to buy:
• A classic Weber grill
• One of the cheapest on the market
• Easy cleaning system

Reasons to avoid:
• Lacking a sturdy frame

The Weber One Touch E4710 is an iconic charcoal BBQ that delivers big flavour without the high price. When it’s in stock it’s always a fast seller, with shoppers easy to pick up a BBQ with the Weber name that will fit in even small gardens.

Reasons to love include the ash catcher, rust-resistant design and all-weather wheels. The Weber One Touch E4710 also has an in-built thermometer and can be used for smoking thanks to the high lid and heat-resistant handles that will hold up well over time.

The kettle offers a hinged stainless steel lid for easy access to check and turn your food. In real-world use that means a hand free rather than holding the lid while you sort the grill – invaluable stuff. Close that down and you’ve got a thermometer to keep an eye on the cooking heat so you stay in control throughout the process.

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Home Decorations: What Do They Include

Home decorations include everything from pillows, shelves, paintings to lamps. All home accessories are small furniture items that are simple to move and easy to replace and comprise things that aren’t strictly necessary in a fully decorated room. Therefore, when buying home decorations, one should also consider their position in the house and where they will be used. A lamp hanging in the hallway will be placed on the stairwell, whereas a painting on the wall will be suitable for the sitting room. It is only when one plans what they want to get from a home decoration that things become more transparent and systematic. At times, home decorations have a positive effect on your sleep pattern, which is why many people choose to decorate their homes.

One of the easiest ways to add a distinctive touch to a home is using carefully selected home decorations and home accessories. In addition to these, you can also throw pillows, candles, vases, picture frames, decorative pillows, mirror frames, paperweights, mirrors, paper bags, and wall hangings, which help liven up the atmosphere of a room or a hall. You could, for instance, get vases with floral patterns or use candles to complement a particular interior theme. The list of home decorations and home accessories is endless, and basically, anything that is practical and durable will be suitable for use as one of the home decorations.