Jennifer Sembler, The Nest’s Assistant Managing Editor, just moved into her first one-bedroom apartment in Manhattan. And the best part: she gets to start from scratch and buy all new furnishings. Talk about a girl’s dream situation!

She’s keeping the walls white for a modern, clean look. Here’s her design plan so far for living and dining area in her open-floor plan apartment. What do you think?

Sylvia Loveseat, Macys.com

Birdwalk Rug, CB2.com

2 Mimic Lemongrass Cubs, CrateandBarrel.com

Benno TV Unit with Coasters, Ikea.com

Alto Bar Table, WestElm.com

Andalusia Rug, WestElm.com

-- Sarah Newell

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