"Perfect size couch for my small townhouse with a mini family ... If you have limited wall space, consider floating this modular sectional in your living room. It comes in more than 30 fabrics ...

Ace the furniture arrangement. Having a small living room doesn't mean you need to ditch your sectional dreams—you just have to balance it out with the right pieces. For example, in this pic ...

She says in reality, too much stuff will only make your small living room look busy. Instead, consider a larger sectional with a simple coffee table—this will help your room feel simple and open.