I think it looks great! Really opens up the window area. The tv does note have to be centered on the fireplace and would actually look better moved down some.

I don't think that is necessary. Personal choice.

I've got mixed emotions about this. I think the 24" entrance into the room is iffy (kind of tight). I agree you'd want a sofa table with this new arrangement. I'd make sure you figured out how you'd want to handle lamps, as you had a nice solution for lighting with the previous arrangement. I think the window end of the room looks nice with this new arrangement, but I kind of wonder if that advantage is to the detriment of the, now, sofa side of the room.

I think the coffee table and the two sides of the furniture need to be centered on the fireplace, but maybe the TV console could scoot down a little toward the window to open up the entrance. Possibly the TV could then be left justified on the console, so the TV itself would remain centered with the fireplace (with something decorative placed on the right side of the console).

Anyway, this comment is just some of my various thoughts while pondering the situation. I'm not sold on this arrangement, but I also don't hate it.

I guess, in all honesty, I prefer the previous arrangement. That view into the living room from the dining room (even with a shorter sofa), would be a deal breaker for me. A sofa table would help, but I just think the previous arrangement works just as well while avoiding this blockade issue. I think the cons of this new arrangement outweigh the pros of the new arrangement and the pros of the old arrangement outweigh the cons of the old arrangement. But, I think you can go with either arrangement as they both do work.

I think the arrangement works either way. With the sofa against the window and the tall lamps, it feels very traditional.

For the blank wall, I'd add an arc lamp.

Some people do not like to see a back of a sofa. I never understood that, but we all have things we don't like and I understand that.

I'd move the tv console down toward the window.

What is unsightly about the window?

I agree with Ann. Your couch is rather heavy-looking to be smack dab in the middle of the room imo....

Tgb1, wickedwhite is thinking of purchasing a new sofa, with a lower height, so that might make some difference.

Thanks Ann - sorry I didn't read enough to realize that. I thought the couches that were being considered were for the basement..

I might be alone in this opinion, but I think the sofa size (width) kind of depends on this layout decision. If placed at the room entrance, narrower will be helpful (so a smaller barrier and a wider room entrance), but if placed on the window side, I think the scale will look wrong if it has the appearance of a loveseat. I think you'll definitely feel the need for a side table at each end if the sofa is on the window side of the room and you choose the 80" version. But, would you want a side table at each end or would that just be unnecessary clutter, since you have lighting on the sofa tables and you have the coffee table for placing drinks and other items?

I can see that there is much more space. I would be careful not to pull the furniture apart too much, though. 18" is actually standard distance from coffee table to edge of a chair/sofa. So, you might want to tighten it up a little.

. You really don't need a console table, unless you want to add some low, boxy lamps to it or stools for extra seating. Then, I'd add a faux tree to the blank wall.

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I like all of the sofas, but if no console table, I would consider a fairly low one like in this picture.

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No matter what arrangement you use, the chairs and sofa should remain the same distance from a coffee table: approx 18". Otherwise, the conversation area is too wide.

Thought: If you are considering making changes to the fireplace area, would you consider moving the tv to over the fireplace and/or to the right of the fireplace.

Yes, it would be a focal point as you enter, but it could be done tastefully.

This would allow you to place the sofa where the tv is, opening up that space entirely.

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They don't have to. You can move the chairs a little closer when guests come. Or, having the chairs angled is a good idea, because it sort of "fudges" the eye as to how far away they are from the coffee table.

I wouldn't use a dark table. You want something light and airy. What about those console tables you already have?

I'd choose the lighter color fabric.

I also think a chaise sofa would work for your situation and make the space feel more open.

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yes that would be a good idea since this post has moved to a different room.

I think I like the lighter color sofa fabric the best.

I agree about both sides of the furniture being about 18" from the coffee table. I think you could stretch that to 20" max, but not more. This is especially true if the chair pair is close together and squared, like in one of today's pictures. When they are angled and separated (as they have been for the last year or so) I think that 18" distance is a little less important, assuming they have their own accent tables. But, if the coffee table is to be their table, then no more than 18-20" away from it.

If a sofa is placed on the dining room side, I can certainly see the value of a chaise sofa like CDR suggested. So, I do think you really want to narrow down your favorite layout so you can make the best decision about the best sofa style, height, length, and possibly arm side (if a chaise style). For example, if the sofa is on the dining room side, maybe a sofa with a more soft or interesting back would be preferable or a chaise sofa would be great. But, if on the window side, the back appearance of the sofa is completely irrelevant. Also, like I mentioned yesterday, I'd go with a longer sofa on the window side (86" or so), and possibly a 80" sofa on the dining room side.

I like these sconces you pictured today. I remember we discussed sconces like these a few years ago. I liked this style you pictured today back then and I still think it's a great idea. I'd go fairly tall in sconce height if the sconces will have this pencil style.

I'm not a fan of the dark sofa table you pictured.

Good plan to start a new dilemma:) Haha, I think I have the record for the number of dilemmas about a single room with my dining room dilemmas. But, it was worth having many, many dilemmas about that room, because it's now my favorite room! I like many things about that room, but I continue to love the 4 candle sconces CDR found for me at Crate and Barrel. When, I got those and tried them on the floor, many said no. I just felt they might be very cool once hung and they are. Most everyone ended up liking them once they were up. That little bit of brass has been lovely.

I don't know why I can't see your links, but they never show up as links for me (they are just text). I mentioned that before and others saw them as links, so it must just be the device I'm using. So, I can't see (or click on) today's new sofa choices.

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I agree with Ann about the layout. This is a mistake so commonly made and has complicated your basement. Deciding the layout prior to purchasing pieces is critical.

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I think the tv room idea is great! I would be careful when combining this area with a workout space. It looks like you have a heavy workout bench and some very heavy dumbbells under it. Usually gyms have strong rubber flooring that is resistant against strong impact and scratches, which I think you do already based on the picture (black floor under bench on picture) . However, the area of the rubber flooring on picture 3 doesn't look big enough in case the dumbbells are dropped while doing incline or flat bench dumbbell press exercises. It's also a hassle if you want to move the bench since you will have to install more rubber flooring.

As far the TV room area, I would go ahead and add a surround sound. It doesn't have to be an expensive system, but it will greatly enhance your game watching experience. I would also add some cabinets or a small storage furniture where you can store snacks for game time. Finally, you can use the existing small table (picture 4) as a beverage holder. When the candle fixture is not being used, you can put beverages on top, so that they're far away from the spectators arm reach but not too far where you would have to walk upstairs. Since the spectators not extremely close to this table, you can rest assure that when your team scores a goal and everyone jumps in excitement, no drinks will be spilled.