The living room is arguably one of the most important rooms in your home, so one that you will want to get right. It’s the room where you and your family will congregate, one where you will welcome visitors and relax. The living room is a room where you will spend a lot of time and creates a lasting impression of you and your home.
Whether you decide to go for a more contemporary look with modern furniture or whether you choose to have a more traditional feel, these guidelines will help you decide how to arrange your furniture to get the best from your living room:
Although it may seem tedious, many people find it helpful to start by creating a floorplan of the room so they can see how things will look and fit in the room. This is especially helpful if you will be buying a few key pieces or even commissioning a new piece of furniture
Once you have your floorplan, decide upon a focal point to the room. This might be your entertainment centre such as where your television is located, or the fireplace or you may decide to use a large window, but decide upon your focal point
Arrange your furniture around the focal point. Ensure that your furniture complements the focal point but avoid unnecessary congestion