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two couches or one?

last year

We just put in new carpeting, and now are hoping to add furniture. The one piece I’m keeping is a chair. I’ll try to post a pic of it.
It’s not a huge room, but I am toying with the idea of a couch and love seat.

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  • last year

    1 sofa 2 chairs are the best option for most rooms.


    COPIED FROM post bt @housegal200


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      Example: If a family goes for a warm, rustic look with a lot of wood trim, then a painted white fireplace will stick out like a sore thumb. Really, you're asking Commentors not to use all their training to focus on one thing. It's like asking a plumber to install new faucets and telling them to ignore a slightly leaky pipe under the sink. Commentors have reasons they ask for more photos, measurements, budgets, more detail, non-negotiables.

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    • You need to show the whole space—all four sides of an entire space—even if it’s about one specific Dilemma. Commenters need to see doorways, windows, closets, finishes throughtout the space to make informed suggestions.
      State right at the beginning what the room will be used for and who will use it. State the non-negotiables at the beginning, what has to be kept. Give some idea of the budget. And provide approximate measurements

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    Keep in mind that you're inviting some design pros and people with a design eye into your home via photos. If they walked into your actual space, they would take in all of it: all four sides, doorways, floors, windows, ceiling, built-in fixtures, lighting, trim--the "givens"--then the features that can be changed--furnishings, paint, art, rugs, decor items, etc. It's all one first impression. Same thing with photos. That's why it's important to provide well lit photos of the entire space, taken from all sides of a room regardless of the size of your problem.


  • last year

    While I agree for the most part with jck about the sofa and two chairs, you have a nice large space.

    For example here is my finished basement which is much smaller than your room. We opted for two sofas and a chair and ottoman.

    Not sure why the sofa/ loveseat ever became a thing.



  • last year

    Another note - you’re not asking about this but your drapes need adjusting now due to higher carpet - I assume - than what was replaced. Rod is already at ceiling so hemming is the answer.

  • last year

    Thank you everyone! And yes, the drapes are not great- I was told to hang them high but I think I went two high. And they are billowing still partly because of a vent that blows them up. I’m thinking sheers.

  • last year

    The drapes are nice - they’re just too long. They’ll billow less if not puddled on the floor.

  • last year

    A large sofa and comfortable chair. Love seats are not useful - two people are rarely comfortable in them. And too many seating pieces will really crowd this space.

  • last year

    'We' means more than one person using the seating. And I see a tv. Is that the primary use? And we don't see what's off to the right. I'd put a sectional and large ottoman as a table surface for lounging to watch tv or use laptops for several family members and friends.

  • last year

    I agree with @Kendrah. Love seats are overrated. Comfy couch + comfy chairs makes more people happy.

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    Please no love seat!

    Some layout or with less chairs

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