How would you arrange this space?

2 years ago

last modified: 2 years ago

I struggle with furniture layout and would love suggestions for my living room and dining area, using the furniture I already have (budget limitation).

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Beth H. :

2 years ago

push the sofa a little further back, if you can.

get rid of all those large pillows. you don't need them on the chairs.

find some for the sofa that fit the size. maybe a bit of color or pattern.

but honestly, the room has no life. No art, no personal effects, no greenery, it's just blah

even bringing in a rug like this, maybe the textured woven coffee table, a potted plant in the corner,,

you see how just a bit of that would liven up

this?

You don't have to do orange and red, but something w/a bit of oomph wouldn't hurt.

see how accessories bring life? the plant, the warm leather ottoman, the console w/some decor items, and wall art. the drapes are nice too. (hang the rod about a foot above your trim)

another one w/some pattern and color. the warm leather chairs keep all that white from being too cold. wood shelf w/black/white frames, this also has the same shutters, but you see how adding some life in the room perks it up?

try that bench under you window. wood shelves on the wall

I'd also put up some shelves to the left of the tv.

or a shallow console and hang some art above.

try a similar console table like this, to the left of the fireplace. hang some art above, and a few decor items like shown.

move the floor lamp.

or, try moving that chair positioned like this, put a tall plant in the corner, and try some drapery panels

or you might want to go for a small console under the large window. (or that bench I mentioned earlier) place a few potted plants it.

some drapes w/a bit of color or pattern?

paint the walls another color? or paint one of the walls?

I see a lot of baby stuff in here. does this double as a play room? or will it?

right now there are too many pillows and too much stuff

the dining area, you need some type of wall treatment, color and or art

To me plantation shutters cut out so much light. I'd remove them from the slider and do some blinds. maybe a tall plant in that corner. from the vaulted ceiling, hang a nice light over the table.

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jlg5
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2 years ago
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2 years ago
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Lyn Nielson
2 years ago
is there a staircase in the picture... how about a photo of that wall?
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jlg5
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2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
I'll add that picture as well as how I just rearranged the space
Maureen
2 years ago
Would chairs fit/work under the window; that’s the only thing I can see re layout. Drapes can add a lot and large art on the dining room wall would be nice - does table need to be butted against wall?
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shirlpp
2 years ago
Putting something like marble or granite around the fireplace would be nice.

What about putting the 2 chairs so they face the window(back to dining space) and purchase 2 ottomans that face the 2 chairs.
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jlg5
Original Author
2 years ago
Here are some more pictures
jlg5
Original Author
2 years ago
I have a bunch of random pillows and baby stuff that you will have to overlook. Apologies for the mess
jlg5
Original Author
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
Great suggestions. This is a rental so I can't remove shutters or add built in shelves, but I can move things around and incorporate more . Can't paint walls or hang light fixtures either.
jlg5
Original Author
2 years ago
Which direction do you like the couch? The patterned rug only works if the couch is parallel to the fireplace. Where would you move the floor lamp?
Beth H. :
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
you can ask if you could put up a few shelves ( show them the pic)

this would add a lot

even something like these are easy to screw into a stud/drywall w/mollies. patch up is easy. or just leave them

or, do the small console w/art or mirror above it.

drapes you can do, plants,

maybe instead of you current coffee table, try something a bit more organic, (above and below) or warmer like the leather ottoman

put a wood tray on top or books and top w/a bit of color (they have really good faux orchids now)

same room layout as yours. diff sofa, chairs in front of the glass, tall plant in corner. I like the table, the way everything is decorated. (you still need some art though)

See if the owner will let you paint the border black, or tile that white surround portion. or, maybe add a wood mantle like this^ Can't hurt to ask

In fact, show him this. the black tile around the surround opening would look great. a little wood trim around that, and this simple book case off to the left (maybe the right too if you have room)

Can you guys DIY? Run it by the owner. It's not going to hurt his property and will only upgrade it. Again, can't hurt to ask. don't know how long you plan on staying there, but if it's for a few years, I'd certainly do this^

do you have an entryway where you d o something like this?
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elcieg
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
Start with the fireplace. Paint the surround black and add a mantel.

Turn the rug so it runs horizontally with the front window, Center it. Put the chairs in from of the window...just like in this photo. Have the sofa face the window. Add a (real) floor plant, table between the two chairs.

If you have the room add a console behind the sofa.
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jlg5
Original Author
2 years ago
The chairs look terrible with floor if they aren't all or partially on the rug. I also have an issue with trying to center the rug and fireplace. Help???
jlg5
Original Author
2 years ago
No room for console table behind couch if it's parallel to the fireplace.
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Mae Day Organizing and Interior Design
2 years ago
May we have measurements of the room that include the measurements of windows, doors, and any openings as well as the fireplace.? That will help a lot. is this the only place you can put your dining room table? It probably is I just thought I would ask. A hand drawn Sketch with the measurements works really well. We don’t need anything special. Just the measurements. Best wishes.
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jlg5
Original Author
2 years ago
What size pillows for couch??
jlg5
Original Author
2 years ago
Yes I will work on getting the measurements. I truly appreciate any /all help!
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Mae Day Organizing and Interior Design
2 years ago
Room measurements please that include the windows, doors, opening, and fireplace. Also what size TV do you have and what is the length of the couch? We look forward to getting the measurements so we can build a 3D rendition for you.
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Mae Day Organizing and Interior Design
2 years ago
Sorry for repeating myself, I didn’t mean to. I was just wondering is there any chance that you could hang the TV in another room that would be easier for you And your family.? I understand your frustration and struggle with this room. It has so many obstacles, the windows, the doors, the stairs and the sliding glass doors all in a relatively small space. Makes it so hard to arrange the furniture in a way that is easy for you to also enjoy watching the TV. The room looks like it’s about 14 x 20. Just a rough guess. Best wishes.