Regardless of the size of the other rooms in your home, if your living room is small or even tiny, it can be a challenge.

Many home-buyers, and even apartment-renters, know the pain of choosing the right furniture for their homes. Furniture that seems perfect is often far too pricey, or might be too big an investment if you plan to move in the near future.

The small home trend continues its popularity in magazines and catalogs including the one I just received in the mail; Restoration Hardware. This Fall’s catalog focuses on interior design for small spaces.