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debra_burke19

Open floor plan design dilemna

5 years ago

I am building a home with an open floor plan. I need to decide the size of the living room and where I should place the fireplace. Room is 26' 7" wide and 38' deep. Living room will be located at the front and the kitchen at the back (dining in between). How big should the living room be so I can determine where to place the fireplace.

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