This light and airy condo living space is thrift done right. Curio and second-hand furniture pieces create a playful yet cohesive feel with a few modern and industrial touches. From The Hip Photo | Denver, Colorado

Photo: Hoi Ning Wong © 2014 Houzz

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Design by Gepetto-photo by Yannick Grandmont

Modular sofa system available in various sizes with arm options. Please call USONA for further details.

The dining room is open to the living room, and we wanted the 2 spaces to have an individual personality yet flow together in a cohesive way. The living room is very long and narrow, so finding the right sofa was of utmost importance. We decided to create 2 distinct entertaining areas using the Molteni & C Freestlyle Sectional. Since the backs are separate pieces from the seats, the whole sofa can be reconfigured in any number of ways to fit the situation. The fabric for the sofa is a beautiful charcoal with great texture, providing the perfect backdrop to all of the colorful pillows from Maharam, Knoll Textiles and Missoni Home. In one area we used a pair of Moroso Bloomy Chairs to create an intimate seating area, perfect for enjoying cocktails. In the other area, we included the owner’s existing Ligne Roset Facet Chair for a pop of color. Instead of tables, we used Molteni & C ottomans for maximum flexibility and added seating when necessary. The wall features a customized built-in cabinet that holds the stereo equipment and turntable, along with 2 illuminated benches from Molteni & C that provide great soft indirect light. The geometric shape of the wall unit is counterbalanced by the incredible piece of artwork by Erin Curtis. Finally, the layering of 3 Golran Carpet Reloaded rugs create the perfect platform for the furniture, along with reinforcing the modern eclectic feel of the room.

Relaxed contemporary living space. Photo by Nathalie Priem

Mid-century modern, cozy, colorful living room with 70s upholstered sectional, arc lamp, mirrored built ins, and glass coffee table. Photo Credit: Mary Costa

Chris A. Dorsey Photography © 2013 Houzz

Reading nook created for a young family's family room. Custom Built in, reversible wallpapered back panels, multiple patterns, colors and textures make this a cozy spot for everyone.