Choose a focal point
Sometimes focal points appear naturally when there’s a prominent window and a fireplace mantle, while other times you may create one yourself by using a TV stands and televisions then arrange furniture around it.
(Focal point created for the living room)


Don’t push furniture against the walls
Give furniture and the pieces some breathing room by allowing a few inches between them. Placing the pieces closer together, will create a more intimate setting.
(Furniture breathing space for your living room)
Create conversation areas


Consider traffic flow
Rug size
Area rugs are a great for defining seating areas. all the furniture should be able to comfortably sit on the rug. For, smaller spaces, at least allow the front legs of any large piece to rest on the rug.


Table size
Large coffee tables found at the center of conversations bring function and aesthetics to the space. It anchors the room and leaves space for people to display their favored accessories. The height should be slightly lower than the seat height of the sofa and chairs around it. If you don’t want to use a coffee table, you use two smaller tables to achieve the same look. Side tables should approximately be the same height as the nearby chair arms or lower.
Lighting
Always use a mix of overhead lighting, floor lamps and table lamps. Floor lamps should be placed at the end of a sofa or behind an accent chair. Table lamps look great on side tables and shelves.


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