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I broke the coffee table rule. Now for a suggested fix!

6 years ago

We love the functionality of the coffee table; however, its extension past the arm bugs me. I knew the rule and broke it thinking I would get over it. In hindsight I should have extended the sectional one seat or purchased a round table. Yup, hindsight is always perfect. So, what about this pictured hair on hide? It may be just the solution I need? If you think this may work well, I'd probably also remove the floor lamp too? I don't want to order without the fabulous advice from the talented Houzz community. Whadda think? Thank you kindly!




Comments (42)

  • 6 years ago

    There is so much, RIGHT going on that one broken rule doesn'the bother me. Can you scooch the table down towards the right end of the couch?-- the extension past the arm might be a bit less apparent. Really pretty room, and tell about that lovely painting!

    Cindi Keller thanked lisaam
  • 6 years ago

    No advice, but wanted to say how beautiful the room is.

    I am also curious about the lovely painting and the rug. Would you mind sharing the source of the rug?

    Thanks!

    Cindi Keller thanked Lexi GS
  • 6 years ago

    You bet. The rug is from Stark. Yes, we love the room and its coziness! Thank you.

  • 6 years ago

    Lovely room. I was thinking the sectional might look better moved towards the fireplace a little.

    But hard to tell without a better view of room.

  • 6 years ago

    Lisaam - The table is set 16.5" from both sides of the sectional and is centered on the TV. The picture doesn't represent the spacing correctly. Thank you for your kind words and suggestion though.


  • 6 years ago

    Angel - Does this visual help?

  • 6 years ago

    I think a round table would be nice since you have a lot of straight edges. But honestly it’s a really nice room and if you hadn’t pointed out that it bugs you I wouldn’t have suggested anything. I like that one piece of art too

    Cindi Keller thanked lorideas
  • 6 years ago

    I agree, a round would have softened the edges. This particular table from Charleston Forge came in a 36" round too. I've been kicking myself and trying to figure out how I can get my brain to stop it. That's when I came up with the idea of a hair on hide pouf next to the arm of the sectional. It may draw my eye away, plus give us more seating!

  • 6 years ago

    Thanks for pic. Could you try pulling the sectional away from the the wall a little and a little closer to fireplace.

    Perhaps put the blanket/basket on the other end of sectional, (to extend the eye) You could play around with it. I would remove the smaller piece of art on the floor and let the other piece stand on it's own.

    Cindi Keller thanked Angel 18432
  • 6 years ago

    I will give that a try.

  • 6 years ago

    Another good idea. Is it your opinion that a side table is better visually and for functionality than a pouf for extra seating?

  • 6 years ago

    I never heard of the rule! I think it looks fine.


    I think an end table would be nice just for setting drinks down but not necessary

    Cindi Keller thanked roccouple
  • 6 years ago

    I don't think the poof will do what you want it to do and will look awkward next to the sectional. If you get extra seating, set it off to the side and move it when needed. The room looks great as is. The side table would work better than the poof, but I'd try to see if you can live with it as is for awhile.

    Cindi Keller thanked Kim Veach
  • 6 years ago

    I know it’s Not exactly the same senario...


    Cindi Keller thanked emehouse1
  • 6 years ago

    What a lovely room! Have you thought about having a round top made for your table?

    Cindi Keller thanked Olychick
  • 6 years ago

    Another great idea! Thank you all.

  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    Rule, schmule.. The room looks great. Enjoy it, live in it, and don’t karate chop the throw pillows.

    Cindi Keller thanked flopsycat1
  • 6 years ago

    Got it.

  • 6 years ago

    Not not an expert but i think the major artwork would look better as a single item, not two. There is some 'rule of three' that makes arrangements pleasing to the eye and brain but the only way I could see to do that would be maybe with a plant or background. Experts? Something about only a pair makes me...uneasy.
    Beautiful room. Wished mine looked half this nice.

    Cindi Keller thanked Glory
  • 6 years ago

    The room looks and functions beautifully as it is, forget the rule - it looks great. Agree about the small piece of art next to the larger dark one, probably could find a better home.

    Cindi Keller thanked Dawn Martinez
  • 6 years ago

    I’ll give a new home. Will certainly highlight the sculptur, a favorite of mine.

  • 6 years ago

    There's so much about this room that I enjoy. All of the elements work cohesively together. What keeps drawing me back is the large artwork behind the sectional. Do you mind sharing the artist and the source of such a beautiful piece?

    Cindi Keller thanked Donna T
  • 6 years ago

    Thank you. Her name is Aaryn Walker. The Red Chair, RENO, NV

  • Cindi Keller thanked suezbell
  • 6 years ago

    The arm is adjustable. We extend it when reading. TY for the kind suggestion.

  • 6 years ago

    Yes, you could move the coffee table further from the short side of the sectional without obstructing the traffic flow. I like it.

    Cindi Keller thanked felizlady
  • 6 years ago

    Quick question. I may have the opportunity to swap out the square coffee table, 36”, for a round. Same manufacture. If presented with that opportunity would you do it?

  • 6 years ago

    I would.

    Cindi Keller thanked motupeg
  • 6 years ago

    Nothing a side table can’t fix. I would keep the side piece cylindrical though to offset all the square edges here. Very nice room.

  • 6 years ago

    Will it still stick out past the small sectional, even though it’s round?

    Cindi Keller thanked Gargamel
  • PRO
    6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    I think two ottomans have some merit. You will have to make them special, yet blend in.


    Your coffee table, does are there small tables in the same style that you could bunch together?




    Cindi Keller thanked JudyG Designs
  • 6 years ago

    Hi Judy - possibly. If you were starting from scratch, would you prefer two smaller tables or a round 36”? Currently I have a 36” sq, leaving 17” clearance.

  • 6 years ago

    Gargamel - Yes, would just soften the edges only.

  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    Would keep coffee table as is unless could replace with oval rather than round. Would get end tables for each end of sectional.

    Cindi Keller thanked pkpk23
  • 6 years ago

    beautiful room. Would you mind sharing where the sectional is from?

  • 6 years ago

    We love the sectional, super comfortable. It's from Kravet Furniture.

  • 6 years ago

    I would definitely swap out for round, if you have the chance. And then I'd add a narrow rectangular end table to the short end.


    Cindi Keller thanked Amy Lynn
  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    What about a couple of drum tables..


    Cindi Keller thanked Gargamel
  • 6 years ago

    Cindi Keller thanked Gargamel
  • 6 years ago

    As you can see I took your advice and moved the sectional closer to the TV and about 12" from the wall. This gave it some breathing room and centered the painting. Much better. I am going to try to work out a swap for a round table, same design and manufacturer. fingers crossed.


    Thank you for all your fantastic comments and time. I greatly appreciate it.





  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Hi there! Charleston Forge weighing in here. The Lotus cocktail table looks so good! And the shape was a good call. Adding an end table is all that is needed, most likely. What did you decide to do?