Decorating my living room was a much bigger task than I initially believed.
When my boyfriend and I moved into our one-bedroom New York City apartment in the summer of 2021, the high ceilings and hardwood floors seemed like an opportunity to explore our wildest HGTV dreams. However, we've yet to modify the space beyond a few basic pieces of furniture.
Fortunately, Kiva Brent had a plan.
Brent, 27, is the interior decorator behind KB Interiors, which offers modern luxury design and virtual design assistance. She also created DIY with KB, a YouTube channel that shares advice on combining luxury and affordable finds.
In February, I asked Brent to critique my living room and offer advice on upgrading the space to achieve what she has dubbed the "luxe for less look."