But what do you call this rooma living room or a family room?
The terms living room and family room are often used interchangeably, but they arent always the same thing.
Usage,decor style, and even location make these two rooms very distinct spaces within a home.
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“Seating is more conversational, with sofas and armchairs placed perfectly for socializing.”
By contrast, family rooms are far more casual and fluid and have a cozier feel to them.
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Usage
Family rooms are, as the name suggests, where families gather daily.
They are there to spend time together, explains Agnes Agocs, founder ofAgnes Agocs Interiors.
Living rooms, on the other hand, are used for entertaining guests orcelebrating special occasionslike Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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Design
Comfort and durability are at the heart of family room decor.
Living rooms, by contrast, embrace their formality with a more elevated look.
Clutter-free and curated, everything has a place and is kept in place.
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