A house or apartment is a necessity of modern life, but by adding a few personal touches and an upgrade or two, you can turn a house into a home that you and your family will treasure. The most important room of all is your living room, after all that's where you will relax at the end of a busy day, it's a place to entertain guests and a place to simply snuggle up with the ones you love. Supercharging your living room doesn't have to be expensive and these three little touches will make it more homely than ever before.

A mirror is one of the most functional of household items, but it can also be one of the most spectacular. The first glass mirrors are believed to date from the first century A.D. and originated in Lebanon, but they've certainly come a long way since then. Mirrors add light to the room, which can be especially useful in a living room environment, and they're also perfect for smaller rooms as they can create the illusion of more space. There are mirrors to suit all budgets and all tastes, from ornate mirrors that wouldn't look out of place at the Palace of Versailles to ultra-modern minimalist mirrors. No living room is complete without one.

Going to the movies is great, especially if it's on a date with your other half, but over time it can be expensive, and that's without taking into account the cost of transport, popcorn and soda. It's little wonder that more and more Americans are choosing to watch movies at home, whether that means looking up the latest smash hit on Netflix or re-watching a much loved Blue Ray or DVD. To really get a movie theater experience, you need a high-quality home entertainment system, and the good news is that they are becoming increasingly affordable. Your living room is the perfect location for a large screen and surround sound speakers, and if you have children they'll love to use it with their consoles as well.

There's nothing like inviting friends over on a cold winter night and sharing a drink and a gossip in your warm, cozy living room. It's a fact that warm rooms are perceived as more welcoming, which is why it's worth investing in a fireplace that's reliable, attractive and economical. The best electric fire places meet all these criteria, and with a touch of a button, warmth will radiate across the living room. If you're living a greener lifestyle, the latest energy efficient electric fireplaces could be just what you're looking for.

There are so many ways to transform a living room from something adequate to something spectacular, but adding mirrors, a new fireplace and a high-tech television system are sure to bring an improvement that everyone appreciates. You've worked hard to get the home you want, so why settle for an average living room? Transform your living room today and be the envy of your house guests.