The distribution of the furniture is a key aspect in the correct organization of any environment, especially if it does not have large dimensions. The typical rooms or living rooms in particular generally have a considerable amount of furniture pieces that we must locate efficiently so as not to hinder the passage and that the room is not overloaded. For this reason, in this article we present a series of tips and tricks so that you can organize your living room in the best way.
Divide the room in two
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Divide the room in two
If you have enough space, a very good idea may be to take advantage of certain furniture to divide a room, to separate the living room from the dining room, for example. The back of a sofa can be ideal for this, as well as rugs, which are excellent for delimiting spaces.
Consider an L-shaped sofa
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Consider an L-shaped sofa
These types of sofas not only serve to naturally segment a space, but are also extremely welcoming. Located on the longest wall, it will allow you to greatly optimize the dimensions of the room with a splendid relaxation area.
Create a vanishing point
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Create a vanishing point
A very interesting way to generate a feeling of spaciousness in a room is to define a vanishing point on one of the walls that define the width of the space.
The idea is that an element is placed in the center and attracts attention. Whether it’s a fireplace, a vase or a painting, any decorative element that stands out can fulfill this role.
Circular distribution of furniture
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Circular distribution of furniture
Another possible alternative is to arrange the furniture in a circular or semi-circular way. Coffee tables, for example, are great allies for this type of distribution. In addition, you can opt for one-body armchairs instead of sofas, which will serve to create a much “lighter” environment.
Two environments in one
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Two environments in one
When devising the decoration of the room, you can also consider that it fulfills two functions. For example, if you work from home, you can allocate a space to place a desk with a chair, and on the other hand set up a recreation area, creating a multifunctional environment.
Placing the sofa perpendicular
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Placing the sofa perpendicular
This advice is especially useful for spaces that are not very large, since it generates an automatic sensation of spaciousness. The idea is to place the sofa perpendicular to the longest walls, so that the space looks larger and it is easier to create differentiated environments.
Place a shelf on the longest walls
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Place a shelf on the longest walls
Floating shelves, bookcases or shelves are excellent as storage space and to locate various decorative elements that give personality to the room.
Locating them on the longest wall will allow us to have more space to place all the other furniture with greater freedom.
Incorporate a dining room only if possible
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Incorporate a dining room only if possible
Many times we think that a room must necessarily have a set of table and chairs serving as a dining room, but the reality is that it is not always possible.
If you don’t have enough space, a folding coffee table that rises can serve as a dining table in the middle of the sofa and armchairs of a body.
The importance of lighting
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The importance of lighting
Although it is not directly linked to the distribution of furniture, lighting is a key aspect for any environment, including the living room.
Warm lighting that properly highlights certain spaces as focal points will help give a feeling of more space.
Pay attention to the space to circulate
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Pay attention to the space to circulate
Finally, we must mention the importance of leaving enough space for circulation. In this sense, if you doubt whether or not to add a piece of furniture, keep in mind the premise that less is more for a design of interiors optimum.
