Chic Contemporary Living Room

College roommates Selia Acevedo and Julia Trankiem's new apartment is the center of their social universe. They love the wide open floor plan of the living area, but their furniture is too large and they're still eating off of a folding card table. The Design on a Dime team combines a contemporary style and vibrant colors to transform the space from drab to party perfect.

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