True, ottomans, benches and cubes are perfect for putting our feet up. But they’re taking center stage in living rooms today, offering a pretty, practical and comfy (!) alternative to coffee tables.

Below, a few tips on choosing the perfect ottomans for your home…

1.  Use more than one! Today’s ottomans are designed to be used in pairs, trios or even quartets. That gives them an appealing visual texture… and flexibility! They can be separated and moved where needed. Check out this pair of Sam Moore’s Porter cubes covered in a new pop art cabbage rose pattern in a bright magenta and tangerine.

Porter Cubes by Sam Moore

2.  Choose ottomans that match each other. There are plenty of ottoman designs to choose from today, but keep sets of ottomans the same size, shape and design. Placed next to each other, they’ll reinforce each [...]

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Ah . . . accents!  How do I love them?  Let me share the many ways!  While the form of a room is most certainly sculpted by the major furniture selections, such as sofas and larger case pieces, for this interior designer, the little accents chisel in the finishing details and bring the artistry of the room to light.  They also allow a bit of instant gratification for adorning a dull corner or an empty spot.  A discerning eye can help to place them in order to prevent the error of too much eye candy or clutter.  You may also find certain pieces will offer an extra welcome function.  A little storage here or a little room divider there can go a long way!

Demilune From Pearson Furniture

1.  Demilunes – I do love a good demilune!  They flank a bed beautifully as [...]

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