Arrange Furniture in an Open Living and Dining Room
Use the everyday routes between cooking, eating and sitting to establish separate zones.
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Comfortable layouts, layered light and everyday details that make a room feel like yours.
Create a Reading Spot That You Will Use
Choose a position that feels pleasant at the time you usually read.
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Choose Living Room Paint With Your Furniture
Begin with the largest fixed colour in the room, often the sofa, floor or curtain fabric.
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Make Built In Storage Look Intentional
Plan the cabinet proportions around what it needs to hold and the architecture around it.
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Choose Upholstery for a Busy Household
Think about pets, spills and the amount of direct sunlight the furniture will receive.
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Reduce Echo in a Hard Surfaced Living Room
Notice where the room sounds harsh during conversation before adding decorative panels.
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Place Artwork at a Comfortable Scale
Choose artwork in relation to the wall and furniture rather than automatically centering a small frame in a large empty area.
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Plan a Living Room With Children in Mind
Keep comfortable movement and secure furniture at the center of the plan.
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Choose a Side Table for a Tight Space
Identify which seat needs a reachable surface and measure the available gap.
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Use One Accent Colour Across a Living Room
Choose an accent that works with the largest existing surfaces and repeat it in a few deliberate places.
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Keep Cables Out of Living Room Walkways
Map the equipment and available outlets before finalizing furniture positions.
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Design a Dining Nook Within a Living Space
Choose a place where chairs can be used without blocking the main passage.
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