Swap a traditional coffee table for a pair of plush storage ottomans. They act as a coffee table when topped with a flat wooden tray, provide extra seating when guests visit, and offer hidden storage inside for blankets and games. Pair with nesting side tables that slide together when not in use.

6. Cohesive Monochromatic Color Palettes

The Strategy & Vibe

When walls, trim, curtains, and main furniture pieces belong to the same color family (e.g., warm creams, soft greiges, or pale sage), visual boundaries dissolve, making walls appear further apart.