How to lay out your furniture and television so they look good and work better.
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Arranging living room furniture with a TV can be a daunting task.
But filling an empty room in a practical and aesthetically pleasing way around your electronics can be done.
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Here are a few living room furniture arrangement examples.
Choose a Focal Point
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Never underestimate the power of a focal point in a room.
Whatever your chosenfocal point, make a decision and stick with it.
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Youll want to arrange furniture around it as much as possible.
Creating walkways will make the space feel more open, as above.
Here are a few tips:
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If the room is too large, create multiple conversation areas.
Avoid grouping all the small or large pieces in one area, or the room will feel lopsided.
Mix small and large items together, as well as high and low items.
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verify theres variety in the shapesif youve got straight-lined seating, for example, considerchoosing a round coffee table.
People should not be tripping over furniture, or each other, to pass through the room.
Create a clear path so people can walk from one end of the room to the other without difficulty.
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Get a Big Coffee Table
When it comes toselecting a coffee table, bigger is usually better.
A large coffee table in the middle of a seating area is great for both aesthetics and function.
A large table also offers easier access from the seats around it.
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Two smaller tables next to each other or a large ottoman with a tray on top can begood substitutes.
Avoid layouts that force people to move from their seats to put down or retrieve their drinks.
When it comes to table height:
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A floor lamp looks at home at the end of a sofa or behind an accent chair.
Table lamps look lovely on side tables, shelves, and even mantels.
Dont hang a tiny photo over the back of your sofa, for example.
Interior Impressions
Either use anonline floor planneror old-fashioned graph paper to sketch out your desired floor plan.
It’s the only surefire way to know whether or not things will fit the way you want.
No, a living room sofa should not face the front door.
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In fact, it’s recommended that it be aimed at a focal point, such as a television.
No, it’s generally agreed upon that couches should not be pushed against the wall.
While not entirely necessary, deep cleaning before re-arranging furniture is a great idea.
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