I just love these two beautiful yet casual living rooms. They’ve been in my inspiration files for ages and ages. The one above is a little more elegant and neutral, with some french provincial touches. The zebra pillows and black and white striped rug keep it from looking formal. While I love the pale pinks and greens in the family-oriented open-plan room below. Can you spot the common element between the two? Yes! The zinc side tables – love them!
This is such a fantastic kitchen/dining/living room for a family with kids. It has not one but two built-in desks with storage – great for keeping an eye on homework and what the kids are looking at on the computer. I love all the white woodwork and the glimpse through to the staircase (below).
Images: Home of Design Biely and Drake via New England Home mag, Better Homes and Gardens





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I adore both these living rooms and you are right, the casual style would work so well for a family. In my dream house I would have both the casual living room and the more elegant room for the adults! Thanks for sharing such inspiring pics.
Lovely rooms, love the zinc table!
lovely rooms! love those zinc tables and the pair of hanging light fixtures