Arranging furniture in any space can be a daunting task. When it comes to living room furniture, it can seem almost impossible. You want the design to fit your personal style and be pleasing to the eye while still providing practicality for what you and your family do in that particular room. That’s why many interior design professionals suggest choosing tried-and-true classics. Here are just some ideas:
L-shaped
If you’re dealing with one of those awkward spaces, an L-shaped arrangement will likely solve the problem. Consider placing the sofa on the longest wall first and placing the TV opposite it (if possible). Then create an L shape with your wheelchair, pushchairs or chairs. Fill it with coffee and end tables.
symmetric
Coordinated design is even more important for a formal living room, as it serves as a space for sitting or conversation — with little thought given to where someone might watch TV. This arrangement is exactly as it sounds: two sofas facing each other, a sofa and two chairs on opposite sides of the room, and so on. In fact, a sofa with two chairs on both sides is also a symmetrical design. It’s all about creating visual balance in the room.
floating
Floating design is often used in relatively large rooms, where it would not be aesthetically pleasing to see every piece of furniture attached to the wall. The sofa will be a few feet from the wall, with a console table surrounding the back. Then, you can place the bench or chairs (also away from the wall) directly opposite the sofa – separated by a coffee table – to create a bit of balance in the space.
Pivotal point
With this type of living room arrangement, planning begins with the focal point of the room. This focal point could be a fireplace, an outdoor view, artwork, a television, or any combination of these elements. From there, orient the sofa toward the main point of interest in the room and arrange any secondary pieces (e.g., double bench, armchairs, chairs, side tables, etc.) around it. Just think about what you want to take center stage in the room. As with anything related to decorating a space, it should first fit you and your lifestyle before aesthetics can take effect. Play and enjoy.
