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Need help with furniture for open concept living/dining/kitchen

becca_thompson727

2 years ago

last modified: 2 years ago

Hi Everyone. My husband and I recently purchased a home with an open concept living/dining/kitchen area, and we are struggling with the layout of the living room. In the photos I've uploaded, you can see that the kitchen is at one end of the space and the living room is at the other end. We will place a rectangular dining table between the kitchen and living room, beneath the light fixture by the sliding glass doors. Any recommendations on how to arrange a couch/sectional and chairs in the living room area? The TV will be above the fireplace. Thank you in advance for any suggestions!

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BeverlyFLADeziner

2 years ago

I selected the round end table for composition in the room. Not every item should be square or rectangular. Sometimes a room requires a bit of 'grace'.

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Jennifer Havin
2 years ago
congrats!! get some blue painters tape and tape everything out. do you have the furniture already? rugs will define the spaces

do you have measurements of the rooms?

you could place a sectional with one part against the left wall with the chairs on the window wall
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BeverlyFLADeziner
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
You didn't provide any dimensions, but I'm guessing a sofa with two lounge chairs along one of the walls will provide you with a good TV viewing & conversation area.

I'd consider a round dining table that can expand for your dining area.
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becca_thompson727
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2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
Thank you both!

Jennifer, I just uploaded a floor plan for the area. It looks like the living room is 15x18. My husband and I were already considering putting a sectional along the left wall as you described, so I'm glad you see that as a good option, too!

Beverly, I like your layout of the living area! Is there a reason for the rounded table vs. a rectangular table? I assumed a rectangular table would look better, so just curious. Thank you again for your suggestions!
Lyn Nielson
2 years ago
people seated at a round table can communicate without being restricted to only peeps seated on each side.
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GJ Gardner Homes Denver
2 years ago
You could use the couch/chairs (depending on the size) as a sort of divider for the space. This helps to break it up without it looking chopped. The flow is still there you just create a bit more distinction between the two areas.
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Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors
2 years ago
It looks like you might be able to do a few different things. The dining room table would of course go under the chandelier. For the living room space here are a few suggestions. Note the furniture used and its placement.
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