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The article focuses on trends in timber-home design in the U.S. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) the average square footage for new homes decreased in 2009. Homeowners are eliminating extra spaces such as the formal living room and the formal dining room. Buyers who seek a green lifestyle prefer timber homes that have structural insulated panels (SIPs) to conserve energy. It is noted that timber homes are now designed for aging in place.

The article presents several ways that will help enhance houses in the U.S. These include observing the right placement of furniture to create a comfortable living room, placing photographs and works of arts in a shelf which avoids the numerous photographs hanging in the wall, and developing dressers designed with creative styles and color.

The article features a house called Marigold which is designed by Alan Mascord Design Associates Inc. in the U.S. Marigold's luxury designed living room is vaulted and has a beamed ceiling and fireplace. A butler's pantry is built between the island kitchen and the dining room. Marigold has a fireplace that can be seen in the gathering room. The master suite has a vaulted salon, fireplace, as well as amenity-filled bath. Bedrooms and a den are located on the upper level of the house.

The article features the mansion-style home called Moritz which is designed by Studer Residential Designs Inc. in the U.S. Built with a towering staircase, the formal areas of this dwelling include a living room, music room, and library. The master suite is designed with dual walk-in closets, vanities, a whirlpool tub, and private access to the deck. The kitchen has multiple cabinets, plenty of counter space, a super-sized island, as well as walk-in pantry.

The article focuses on the architectural design of a contemporary estate in the U.S. Low-pitched rooflines and grand arches with palm trees frame the inviting Mediterranean-style entry to the house. The house boosts a formal living room, veranda, outdoor kitchen and a secluded master suite, which contributes to the greatness of the home. Several photographs of the interior and exterior views of the home are also provided.

The article features the design of a French-style house in the United States. The house boasts carefully crafted Corinthian columns, elegant built-in woodworking, and decorative ceiling styles. The slight curve to the living room windows expands the space and draws attention to the backyard view. A round breakfast room reflects the design of the front turret while enjoying views of the back property.

The article discusses design of a European home in the United States. The house is filled with splendid amenities and big rooms. Formal entertaining areas comprise of the living and dining rooms. An expansive family room with a fireplace and built-in shelves overlooks the rear veranda, which includes a cabana and pool bath. The kitchen has a big central island and a wet bar that leads the way into the dining room.

The article features design of an Italianate manor in the United States. Through the courtyard and arched entry, visitors see the intersecting foyer, which lead to the living room and connects to the right and left wings of the plan. A formal dining table bathed in light from the arch-tapped windows and a chandelier makes dining in this room special.

Features the house owned by television host Rebecca Cole in New York City. Description on the interior design of the house; Use of vintage furniture; Area of the living room.

Presents information on the interior decoration of the house of married lawyers Peter Bull and Jeanne Curtis in New York City, by interior designer Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz. Use of pumpkin shade for the living room; Furniture choices; Sources of light including sculptures that act as lamps.

Highlights the interior decoration provided by designer Bill McGee for his house in Lewes, Delaware on the Delmarva Peninsula. Features of the house; Furnishings of the house; Overview of the living room, dining room, bedroom and library of the house.

Focuses on the interior decoration of a French Quarter town house designed by Dan Carithers in New Orleans, Louisiana. Furnishings used in the house; Style of the decoration of the house; Features of the gallery room, kitchen, living room and bedroom.

Interviews Suzanne Rheinstein, an interior designer in Los Angeles, California, regarding interior decoration. Description of a Rheinstein room; Ways to add comfort and elegance to a living room; Comments on an apple matting from England; Information on how to design a timeless look for a kitchen.

Describes the house of architect Michael Boone in Hollywood in Los Angeles, California. Design of the patio; Boone's invention of the weatherproof electric lanterns; Furnishings used in the living room.

Describes the house renovation project on Sullivan's Island in South Carolina. Collaboration with architect Beau Clowney and interior designer Bess Rosefield Ehmcke; Technique used by Clowney to increase living room space; Details of the changes made in the interior of the house.

Focuses on the interior decoration of television actress Sara Rue's house in Los Angeles, California. Design of the living room; Interior decoration of the dining room; Style of its breakfast nook.

Details the layout and interior decoration of a house owned by couple Lloyd and Richard Dallett in Santa Barbara, California. Description of the living room; Installation of French doors; Emphasis on natural light.

Features a living room design by Summit, New Jersey-based designer Frank DelleDonne. Seating groups comprising the living room design; Palette used in the room; Remarks of DelleDonne regarding the design.

Details the interior decoration of a house in Palm Beach, Florida. Color of the living room; Artwork painted on the ceiling of dining rooms; Description of the library.

Features the interior design of a seaside home in the U.S. Details of the segmented floor plan of rooms which blocked the views to the ocean and backyard; Features of the living room; Design of a home office; Installation of built-in cabinets for every floor; Replacement of kitchen counter by stainless steel tops.

Describes the interiors of a South Carolina island house designed by designer Amelia Handegan. Range of antiques placed by Handegan in the house; Range of furnishings chosen for the living room; Colors emphasized by the house's fabrics.

Features the 19th century farmhouse owned by Bob and Criss Cefus in Suffield, Ohio. Features if the farmhouse living room; Facts on the log cabin added to the farmhouse; Efforts of the Cefuses to reconstruct the farmhouse.

Focuses on the restoration of an 1872 house in California. Damage caused by an earthquake; Relocation of the house to La Selva Beach; Design of the living room. INSETS: RESTORING THE PORCH;ON THE MOVE.

Features the interior design of the house of Fred and Tami Mack in Bridgehampton, New York. Furnishing of the living room; Ceiling fixtures in the kitchen; Bedroom arrangement.

Features the interior design of the house of carol Bokuniewicz and John Smallwood in Connecticut. Furnishing of the living room; Design of the stair case; Collection of antique furniture.

Features the interior design of the house of Constantin and Tomma von Haeften in New York City. Furniture in the living room; Design of the library; Arrangement of the kitchen.

Features some living room and bedroom design concepts for an imaginary young woman living in a New York loft.

Describes a built-out basement in Denver, Colorado which was designed as a multipurpose living room by Celebrity Custom Homes and Scholz Design.

Describes `Southtern Accents' Capital Design House, located in McLean, Virginia. Music room; Library; Living room; Master bedroom.

Presents photographs of living rooms of celebrities in New York City. Includes living room of choreographer Jerome Robbins; Political activist Al Sharpton; Writer Susan Sontag.

Describes the remodeling of the kitchen/family room and living area of homeowners Deirdre and Mark McGovern. Interior design by Charles Riley; Furniture and furnishings.

This article focuses on the family album. According to the author, the family album is not what it used to be but the author has reason to know that it still has its place in the hinterland of America. And on such occasions as Christmas it is brought out, in fun or in respectful silence. The author will never forget one cordial father-in-law whom he overheard conducting his son's wife through the stiff-backed double-faced gallery of the treasured book. But according to the author, even if the album, along with the huge picture of father, young and smooth of face, that used to have a gilded easel of its own, has disappeared from the parlor, it still exists in its irreducible elements, the pictures themselves.

The article offers advise on how to organize bedroom and living rooms in the U.S. According to the author, it is important to set goals and determine the things necessary within the bedroom before starting to organize. That way, it would be easier to arrange and set the bedroom the way it should look like without taking too much time. In organizing the living room, gathering the things of the same kind to make it look more organized and clean.

Describes the Coastal Cottage style of a house which includes elements of coastals, Southern, and Early U.S. design in its uniquely country architecture. Elements that dominate the front of the house; Features of its living room and kitchen; Description of the master suite of the house.

Focuses on the design and floor plan of a family home in the United States. Facade; Foyer; Living and dining rooms.

Features the renovated living room of writer Dan and Alice Hurley of Montclair, New Jersey. Use of cool colors on walls; Polishing of wood floors; Use of slip covers for existing furniture; Provision of stylish storage by a wicker dresser; Use of clean-lined wooden blinds to let sunshine in.

Presents information on the interior design of the living room at the home of Karen and Danny Arnold in Westlaco, Texas. Size of the living room; What fills the space between the room's two windows.

Describes the home theater room designed by Larry W. Garnett at Lake Olympia in Houston, Texas. Floor plan; Total living space; Interior design; Lighting.

Several photographs of interior-trim carpentry projects are presented including the dome ceiling for the sunroom of Rob Peterson in Great Falls, Virginia, the addition of crown molding and fireplace mantel for the living room of Jeffrey Ayersman in Chicago, Illinois, and the coffered ceiling and walls of cherry wood designed by Kevin Brodie of Central Valley, New York.

Photographs are presented which depict the living rooms of online bloggers in the U.S.

Describes the redecoration of a porch into a living room in Baltimore, Maryland by decorator Henry Johnson. Fabrics used; Furnishings; Color scheme.

Features Tara Reid's living room in her house in Los Angeles, California.