Test out some different looks and see what looks best and what works for your lifestyle.
What to put in a large living room.
In the fourth example above the living room is directly open to the dining area so to create some separation i started by placing a console table and sofa facing the fireplace.
If you re not too computer savvy you can make up a living room floor plan using graph paper.
From photographs to paintings these unexpectedly large additions will quickly become the main focal point in any room.
For a large living room layout find ways to create zones in the space.
For each living room size i ve taken into account a conversation area a square conversation space and an extra 3ft 0 9m for circulation.
Position your favorite type of greenery directly next to a piece of large scale wall art for even more of an impact.
We go from very small through to large.
Layout idea 4 a living room open to the dining room.
To keep it as open as possible i opted for.
Not only is it too high but you re putting a big black screen smack dab in the middle of the room s best focal point.
Once you determine this feature orient the seating toward it.
A large rug also helps to create a boundary for each seating area.
A tall potted plant as seen in this living room from los angeles based interior designer wendy haworth is one of the easiest ways to add interest to a wall area.
All the dimensions i talk about are for a rectangular shaped room.
As you start browsing furniture decorating and wall ideas for your room think about the space s desired purpose and focus on a few staple items such as a comfortable sofa and a coffee table then choose the rest of the accent furniture and wall decor accordingly.
Don t be afraid to take this approach beyond the living room and bedroom.
That said it s a trend right now and there are a lot of people out there who seem to like it.
Kitchens bathrooms and hallways will all reap the benefits of this bold style.
Most decorators will say you should never put your television on or above the mantel.
A living room can serve many different functions from a formal sitting area to a casual living space.
In other living rooms the focal point is a television.