Tips for Styling a Drawing Room Focus on Aesthetics. Drawing rooms are used less frequently than other living spaces and aren’t used for relaxing so this is one room where you can prioritize ...

A living room or family room can also be considered a den, but a drawing room is something else entirely. If the term sounds a bit antiquated, that's because it dates back to Victorian-era England.

A modern, small living room can get inspiration from the minimalist aesthetic. Keep decor to a minimum, so there’s not much that interferes with the eye.

By Diane Wedner Dec. 25, 2005 12 AM PT Times Staff Writer ...

I had an interior designer look at the living room of my home and share design tips for making it look stylish and feel more cozy and cohesive.

Drawing room: reserved for distinguished company. Salon: reserved for guests who would be expected to wittily ponder the meaning of life. Parlor: where you would be on view before your funeral.

"A patterned armchair can be a game changer in a small living room. Drawing the eye, adding visual interest and helping to break up flat or neutral schemes," Lucinda reveals.