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FIVE FOUNDATIONS OF STORE & ORDER

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February 2024

Incorporate storage solutions into your living room to ensure a cohesive and restful place, perfect for relaxing

- HOLLY REANEY

FIVE FOUNDATIONS OF STORE & ORDER

1 BEAUTIFULLY HIDDEN

Nearly every living room features a TV, but they’re not the most aesthetically pleasing addition. ‘Whenever we need to include a inconspicuous, or hidden altogether,’ explains interior designer Sarah Vanrenen. ‘Hiding the TV behind bifold doors is something I’ve been doing since I started decorating, many years an easy way to disguise the doors. Sometimes with the wall and are therefore concealed to a large extent. We then disguise the doors with wallpaper or artwork for a seamless look.' 

2 STANDING FIRM

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