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    7 Cheerful Living Rooms

    Photo by: James Merrell
    Go Round

    What makes a happy design? Designer Susan Noble Jones says, "Rounded shapes like the drum shades, the living room tables, and the tub. They soften a room and make a

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    Photo by: James Merrell
    Go Round

    What makes a happy design? Designer Susan Noble Jones says, "Rounded shapes like the drum shades, the living room tables, and the tub. They soften a room and make a house more lovable and livable." Fambuena's Dress pendant - satin ribbon wrapped over a metal frame - has a feminine glamour and seems to float above the room. Jones chose the Ellington wing chairs by Dessin Fournir for their high backs. Painting by Margaret Evangeline.

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    Round shapes, pops of color, and layers of embellishments help give these living rooms their fun, cheerful style.

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