Posted By Mary Freeland on July 2, 2010

If you’re considering redecorating your home in the Tuscan style, starting with the living room just makes sense. Not only does the main living space of your house center around time spent with family and friends—just like Tuscan décor—it also will enable you to get the most impact. So if you’re looking to reinvent your home with relaxed, inviting Mediterranean design AND get the most bang for your buck, redecorating your living room is the best place to start.

Impact
Whether you’re planning to redecorate your whole home or just one room, the most logical starting point is the space that gets the maximum traffic. That enables you to show off your new décor to the maximum audience. Just think: as beautiful as a newly redecorated master bedroom would be, how often do guests get to see that space? By starting with the most visited part of your home—the living room—you’ll be able to display your beautiful new Tuscan décor to everyone who comes through your door. Then, if you want to redo your master bedroom, it can be next on the list!

And remember, if you have an open-concept floor plan, redoing your living room or great room can also create the most visual impact. Houses that were built in recent decades tend to have an open floor plan that lets you see from one room into another. This design is great for, say, keeping an eye on the kids in the family room while you’re preparing meals in the kitchen. But it’s also great for design. Because they’re connected, by redecorating one room in the Tuscan style, you can add visual impact and drama to other rooms as well.

Tuscan Décor Themes
When it comes to Tuscan design, family and friends take center stage. So if you love entertaining, frequently have friends over for visits, or just want to make sure your family is the central focus of your home, redesigning your living room is a smart choice. From warm, inviting colors that make everyone want to linger in your home to a sense of casual elegance that makes guests feel at home, Tuscan style is perfect for gathering together for conversation, meals, and games.

In the next few weeks, we’ll be looking at how to transform your living room into a Tuscan paradise, so be sure to check back next week for layout tips for your Tuscan living room!

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Categories: Accents, Living or Family Room
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