Breadcrumbs [Home](/index%2Ephp/) > [How To Recreate This Stylish Living Space For Less](/index%2Ephp/markdownify/node/3818) ![How To Recreate This Stylish Living Space For Less](https://media.slman.com/jq-B_oEM4BtvHBRSFnQhneF7aEU=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F09%2Fsl-site-assets-090925-thumb-debit-credit-design-that.png) Image: Design & That Studio [Life](/index%2Ephp/life) / 10 September 2025 # How To Recreate This Stylish Living Space For Less Sophisticated but still relaxed, this living room strikes the perfect balance for easy, everyday living. Layered neutrals and gentle textures create that cocooning feel, while sculptural accents work in harmony with the rest of the colour palette. Here, interior designer Emma Shone-Sanders explains how to get the look, whatever your budget… Image: Design & That Studio All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. ## The Scheme We wanted to create a formal yet inviting reception room that balanced period character with contemporary touches. The grand proportions, high ceilings, panelling and restored fireplace feel elegant, while contemporary furniture, lighting and artwork – alongside a few playful details and layered textures – add warmth and personality. ## The Starting Point The design started with the client’s brief for a grown-up living space – a room where they could unwind in the evenings once family life quietened down. It needed to be refined, luxurious, comfortable and different from their family living room. ## The Colour Palette & Materials We focused on rich, textural finishes in calming tones. The walls are painted a warm mid-brown (F&B ['London Stone](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=20199&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.farrow-ball.com%2Fpaint%2Flondon-stone)'), paired with a hazel brown velvet sofa that complements the client’s own artwork, pale green mohair cord armchairs and a marble-topped coffee table. ## The Period Details & Modern Touches It’s all about achieving the right balance. The mix of furniture – from the velvet upholstered sofa and custom marble topped coffee table to the antique desk and vintage chairs – hits that sweet spot between old and new. The result is a sophisticated but lived in space. Respecting the original features while introducing contemporary pieces ensures the room feels cohesive and timeless. 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