Comfort, function and style now define these once seldom-used living spaces. The spicy color palette and conversational seating in the common areas encourage casual entertaining.

Arlington, VA

ARCHITECT: SBE and Associates, Inc.

Warmth and Family

Living room with four yellow armchairs, a black ottoman with a stack of books and a blue vase with white flowers, a round mirror on a yellow wall, and a tapestry with animals and nature scenes.
Living room with four yellow armchairs, a rug, a small wooden side table, books, and decorative pillows. There are three large windows with patterned curtains, a wooden dresser, and wall art. A potted plant is on the side.
Living room with yellow armchairs, a black ottoman with books and a vase of white flowers on top, a round mirror on the yellow wall, a colorful textile wall hanging, a floor lamp, and framed art reflected in the mirror.
Living room with beige sofa, green armchair, and a fireplace with decorative tile and painting above. There is a window with a brown shade, a tall black arc floor lamp, and various decorative items including a vase with red branches, a sculpture, and
Living room with yellow walls, beige sofa, two armchairs, a fireplace, large windows with brown shades, and decorative items like picture frames, vase, and lamps.
Living room corner with a beige sofa, a gray armchair, a black floor lamp with an arched arm and a white shade, a side table with a red decorative bowl, a patterned area rug, a wall mirror, and a geometric wall art piece on a yellow wall next to a wi