In some rooms the focal point will be an existing feature such as a fireplace or window and in some it will be something you bring in to the room such as a television.
Living room setup with fireplace.
This space features a basic living room layout that incorporates the fireplace into the living space.
Living room large modern open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room idea in boston with beige walls a standard fireplace a wood fireplace surround and a wall mounted tv pretty similar to what we want.
People should be able to comfortably talk to each other without straining their necks or shouting.
Not only is the round fireplace in this room from noxon giffen an interesting and unusual architectural feature but its placement in the center of the open concept space is also a little outside the box.
Here s some layout help for living rooms of all shapes.
Classic set up source.
Prioritize the comfort source.
Formal yet casual source.
A fireplace gives a room character structure and warmth.
A fireplace can definitely be a conversation piece in a living room.
You want the option of creating a small living room area for use as a den study area or kids play zone.
The tv viewing living room.
Complement your classic fireplace with classic furniture for a more classy atmosphere in the living room.
Your living room design has a fireplace and you want to take full advantage of it.
Connected in an open way to the kitchen and upstairs.
It just goes to show that there s always room for a little creativity.
Establish the focal point of the room and arrange furniture around it.
But designing a room around one can be a challenge.
An effective room arrangement starts with the focal point the cornerstone of your living room design typically a fireplace plays this role but in this contemporary cottage space the view out the french doors takes center stage instead.
Living room fireplace arrangements by shape.
Large greatroom exposed with lots of light.
Symmetrical living room layout fireplace and tv.
Use the furniture to create conversation areas.
Even though you use the living room to entertain your guests you should make sure the atmosphere remains casual to be more inviting.
7 ways to arrange a living room with a fireplace.
From here how you position your living room furniture around a fireplace and tv will depend upon the shape of your room.
Having this set up makes the fireplace and tv the focal point of the room and this also makes it easily accessible for everyone.
Without the right furniture arrangement a long living room can feel like a hallway.
You are more into conversational furniture arrangements than staring at the tv.
Orient the main seating piece toward the focal point and arrange the secondary seating pieces around the main piece.
7 ways to arrange a living room with a fireplace.
It s a conversational setup with enough seating for large gatherings.