Ideas on how to design your Living Room

While researching, I came across these lovely pictures and thought to share them. Designing a living room is not an easy job especially if one isn't a professional. The idea behind a living room is to create a comfortable, attractive (to taste), cozy and welcoming lounge for family and friends.
Designing a living room is of utmost importance as it projects the home. I'm sure some of you might find this pretty useful, taking note of some tips here and there. As we know, a picture says a thousand words. More lovely pics after cut...

                                                                                          pics from freshome Designs and Architecture
One can want to look at these pics all day long...but wouldn't you rather live in one of them? I sure would (day-dreaming) *sigh* ;)