Livingroom floor plan ideas
Rach
2 months ago
last modified: 2 months ago
Hiya,
I have a rectagular livingroom that has potential to be a cozy, inviting space but I’m basically starting from scratch (just a dusty pink velvet sofa).
The room is approx. 13 x 20 feet (6 x 4m) with 2 entry points (from the front door entryway and the dining room).
I want to use this room to:
-enjoy the garden and mountain view outside
-have a conversation area
-occasionally watch TV
I'm trying to land the floor plan and would love some fresh ideas!!
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Comments (27)Don't force the sectional to line up with the kitchen entry. No need for a beeline to the kitchen. The sectional overall dimensions as indicated on the plan: 108" x 108". This size allows for 44" from the back of the sectional to the kitchen entry which is more then enough room behind the sofa. Don't leave too much room between furniture or too spread out or too small and forced into an area. This a common mistake most people make and then have a room that doesn't work. 15" to 18" is the most you need from the front edge of the sofa to the edge of the coffee table. The depth of the tv unit drawn is 18" deep and you only need a bookcase depth- 12". Remember that when you look at a floor plan, the furniture is only 30" to 33" high and will not visually block off the room. If you still feel you need more access to the kitchen, eliminate the end table between the recliner and the sofa and move the recliner a little towards the fireplace. This way you can pass between the recliner and the sofa to the kitchen PLAN A - SHOWING DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES PLAN B - SHOWING DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES WITH RECLINER MOVED TOWARDS FIREPLACE AND TABLE BETWEEN SOFA AND RECLINER ELIMINATED....See More
shirlpp
2 months agolast modified: 2 months agoWhere do you want to put the TV? You can put the TV on a console.
Please do not put a sectional in this space.
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2 months agoHi again! Here’s a console and a rug I’m considering. Ideas, critique and further ideas very welcome :)
freedomplace1
2 months agolast modified: 2 months agoI think swivel chairs could be useful. And as another layout option, sofa where you have it now or on wall, with tv in the corner.
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2 months agoYour tv console should be at least 25% longer than your tv, so it seems that you are in the ballpark.
Another console to consider at Overstock, but not sure if they deliver to your country.
What about a bench under the window. You can sit close and look out the window without obstructing the view. This one is at Amart for just 249.00
A swivel chair at Amart. I think it comes in other colors.
Cute pink ottoman and a gray one as well. One of these might go on the side of the tv console or underneath.
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