Although this room is beautiful, nothing is hands-off. That luxe ivory sofa is covered in durable, stain-resistant upholstery; the leather chairs will look even better with age. A weighty slate-topped coffee table and pewter lamp are bold design strokes, echoed by the big oval frame on the mantel, and the giant chain link on the table. Varied pillows add visual and tactile softness, and layers of nuanced color.