How to Arrange your Living Room

The living room is the centre of the home, and it's important to arrange your lounge furniture and accessories optimally for relaxation and comfort as well as aesthetic value. We've put together a few tips on creating the perfect living room arrangement.

Determine the purpose of your living room
Will you spend more time entertaining in your living room or is this the space where you and your family will come to relax and spend time together? Once you know what you'll be using the room for, you can plan the layout.

Create a focal point
Don't underestimate the power of a focal point to draw the eye and anchor the space. Your focal point could be a fireplace, artwork or a large window. Arranging the furniture around the focal point will create a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.

A balancing act
When arranging items in your living room, consider both size and placement of the pieces. Don't group all large and all the small pieces together, and use a variety of shapes – use rectangular tables with curved seating for example.

Let it flow
Traffic flow is one of the most important considerations when planning the layout of your lounge. Make sure there is enough space for people to move around easily without bumping into furniture or each other.

Ergonomic Furniture
For a functional and comfortable lounge, choosing the right furniture is essential. Measure the room and ensure your furniture is in proportion to the size of the space. You also need enough seating for everyone in the family, or for guests when you're entertaining. Durability and quality is as important as style when it comes to choosing a sofa. Choose pieces that suit your space from our collection here.

Create conversation corners
Position the sofas and chairs so that people can talk to each other effortlessly – facing each other, but not necessarily straight on. In larger rooms, you can create a few conversation areas with occasional chairs and ottomans.

Accessorise!
Add a bit of your personality to your space with accessories like clocks, ornaments and other decor. Cushions and rugs will also add texture and a cosy atmosphere.

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