When we first moved into our new home 12 years ago, there was more space than we had ever seen before.  We worked our way around the house, from room to room, making the changes so we could call it home.  We’re not much for formal living rooms, so this space was one of the last to see any attention.  It was a collection of the furniture that had been replaced by newer furniture throughout the house, and was pretty much the kids’ hangout room.  With Christmas over, it was time to clean out the last of the Fraser fir needles, and think about having a “grown up” living room.…