One of the challenges of living in New York City is that the vast majority of us don’t really have a lot of space to work with in our homes. So efficient living is foisted upon us whether we want it or not.

But living small can be made a lot easier (and more fun) with some great tips for how to maximize your spaces, and that’s what this series is all about. I’ve combed the web for some of the best small space solution articles and will share them with you here on my blog.

Now that you’ve gotten your kitchen in order, thanks to tips from the previous installation of this series, it’s time to turn our attention to…

The Living Room

I think most people (myself included) believe that the living room is really the heart of the apartment. When we’re not at work or cooking up a storm, it’s where we spend most of our waking hours. A neat and organized living room can be a breath of calming fresh air when you come home after a long, hard day at work. Or, if it’s a disaster, a source of additional stress and dred. If you want to make it into the former and not the latter kind of space, then check out some of these links.

16 Decorator Tricks for Small Living Rooms and More (Real Simple)

Tips for Maintaining an Organized Living Room (HGTV)

Easy Ways to Organize Your Living Room (All You)

Big Solutions for a Small Living Room/Dining Room (Real Simple)

Small Living Rooms with Style (Apartment Therapy)