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DESIGN BOARDS DESIGNER JILLIAN STRAKY CREATES A SOPHISTICATED YET RELAXING SPACE FOR A BUSY FAMILY. 5 1 2 2 3 JILLIAN’S DESIGN TIPS 1 Painting the room a soft white and adding a stunning wall covering on two walls gives the room texture and visual interest. 2 Rich green, charcoal gray, beige and mixed met- als create a modern family room that is relaxed but sophisticated. 3 Choosing a large sectional in a family friendly fabric creates the perfect place for the whole family to gather. 4 An armchair in a soft green velvet offers a touch of dramatic glamour that is still cozy and inviting. 4 Darren Sectional, Bow Armchair, Chelsea Side Table, Daphne Bookcase, Neo Coffee Tables, Kelper Chandeliers, Sunpan, www.sunpan.com; Wallcovering, Schumacher, www.fschumacher.com; Brushed Oak Flooring, Kentwood Floors, www.kentwoodfloors.com; Thom Filicia Artwork, One Kings Lane, www.onekingslane.com; Pillows, www.wayfair.ca; Khayma Rug, Louis De Poortere, www.louisdepoortere.be