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Open concept living/ dining layout idea?

5 months ago

First time renter AKA first time decorating my own space. I'm trying to figure out the best layout for the space but now I'm finding the column in the room tricky as i feel its in a awkward spot in

addition to the mech ventilation that sticks out

, Plus there is floor to ceiling windows and just one wall for a TV. We are TV in the living room people so that dictate the layout as well. Ideally (for entertaining ) we like to have seating for 6 people for dinning and the living space. my best guess is will need a round table that's extendable. and like and L couch and chairs vs sofa sets. Attached in the floor plan with measurements.

And a rendering of the best layout i can think of (but im not creative). leaves a lot of space behind the column under utilized maybe can do a bar or reading nook which i guess i can figure out later. I will have to purchase all the furniture pieces so dont have and restrictions there. Do you guys think this is the best layout for the space? thoughts? different floor plans i should consider? THANKS

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dan1888
5 months ago
last modified: 5 months ago
This is a great space because of the view. Putting the tv on the wall to dictate seating orientation diminishes that value. What can we do? I'd move the tv to the window 'wall'. Low, even on the floor to not interfere. Depends on your ottoman/table. The seating now faces both the view and the tv. Feels much better.

That dead corner can be a desk/office for work.

Round expandable table.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
5 months ago
I have done this in situations almost exactly like yours Get some solar shades for those windows to help control heat and UV but keep the view since that placement steers all the furniture to the TV and the view.
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Les
Original Author
5 months ago
Dan, Ill look and see we have outlets by the windows. To see if it easy enough.

Patricia, so you would recommend swapping the living room area to the column side? or just directing the furnishings in that direction?

thanks
dan1888
5 months ago
Your tv will only draw 150 watts. You can power it will a minimalist extension cord. Internet is your programing source, cordless.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
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Yes I think the view needs to be the focus and since you need a TV too the best is to combine them so the focus does not need two differnt places.

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