8 Living Room Layouts for All Tastes
A successful living room layout depends on two factors: room shape
and client lifestyle. While some may find a symmetrical space to be
perfection, others may prefer the gentle chaos of multiple seating
areas. But no matter if your living room is small, long, narrow or high,
you can use your furniture layout to reflect your own style while
creating an inviting feeling for guests.
Here are eight great living room layouts that can work with anyone's style. See which could work in your home.
Here are eight great living room layouts that can work with anyone's style. See which could work in your home.
Symmetrical. The fireplace
serves as the focal point in this monochromatic living room. Dividing
the layout equally on either side allows guests to sit directly across
from one another. Usually, symmetrical layouts like this dictate a more
formal setting.
Minimalist. Using
minimalist, low-lying furniture puts the emphasis on your home's
architecture. No end tables, knickknacks or table lamps are necessary in
this grand space.
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by Robeson Design
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Balanced. Forget the sofa
and create a circular area of relaxing club chairs. Placing furniture
all around the room with a cocktail table or ottoman (as shown) as the
anchor creates a comfortable balance that promotes conversation.
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Flowing. It's hard to
figure out what to do with a long space like this, but this designer
used a traditional seating arrangement to create a recognizable flow
from one end of the room to the other. The backless daybed brings both
ends of the room together, instead of separating the space.
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Harmonizing. This living
room accommodates many guests with seating in many shapes and sizes. The
sofa grounds the back wall, while the rest of the furniture arrangement
circles around an oversize cocktail table. A backless upholstered bench
balances out the opposite side of the room perfectly.
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Playful. Not every living
space has to be serious. If you have a larger piece of gaming furniture
(such as the pool table in this room), build your living room around it.
The pool table takes the place of a conventional sofa here, while the
overstuffed chairs ground the opposite side of the room. Custom bench
seating with flared arms under the windows subtly emphasizes the fun
feel.
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by sherry hart
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Small. Smaller living rooms
offer the opportunity for bold style and cozy furniture layouts. A
settee, used in lieu of a traditional sofa, sits perfectly in the middle
of this room. Combined with two armless chairs, it provides plenty of
seating for just the right amount of guests. I love how the bench behind
the settee can provide additional seating, too.
See settees for every room and style
See settees for every room and style
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by Adrienne DeRosa
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Artful. If you've invested
in art, let it determine your living room's layout. This room's
sectional sofa seems to disappear into the wall, allowing the art and
accessories to take center stage. The playful tufted ottomans add to the
room's artful vibe.
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