India, Feb. 24 -- The living room is the heart of your home. It is the intersection of personal and intimate, as guests gather here while family members also settle and unwind after a long day.

This space comes under the spotlight when well-decorated, from interior elements like accent walls and recessed lighting to home decor pieces like statement rugs and elegant furniture. But, with so much emphasis on secondary grandeur, the basics of simple living room decor sometimes go overlooked. A living room doesn't always need elaborate sculptures, figurines, or accent walls, as sometimes, even the basics shine.

In an interview with HT, Sonali Bhagwati, Founder and Principal Architect at Designplus Architecture, shared the basics of the livin...