![]() ![]() ![]() If you have divided the space into two zones, ground each of them with a matching rug to create cohesion. Don’t be afraid to have two coffee tables or footstools rather than one gigantic one, they will be more flexible as well as being in proportion with the shape of the room. If you don’t mind a bit of a furniture shuffle, why not have two layouts – one for summer and one for winter? Focus the furniture around the fireplace in the winter and in the summer, make sure you have easy access to the garden. Pop some tall, but narrow, table lamps on here to add height to the scheme as well as some softer, lower level lighting. If you are going to place a sofa in the centre of the room, put a narrow console or sofa table behind it to ensure that the space behind the sofa doesn’t feel forgotten about. Studio McGee’s designs show this beautifully, check out this post on creating your perfect floor plan. Section off the space into different zones – create smaller areas perfect for little reading nooks, drinks areas or work spaces. P.S Download our FREE “How To Design A Rectangular Living Room” 23 Page Guide HERE Scroll down to see our top tips for how to create a layout that makes the most of your space. ![]() I have drawn up some layouts below, all for the same room which show the various ways that the space can be utilised. Make sure you have a look at our portfolio for pictures of this project for inspiration! We have recently completed a project at a Cotswolds home where we designed a rectangular living room to create a comfortable and relaxing space. Throw in the need for a large TV and it can drive most people bonkers! So often these long rooms have multiple entrances, fireplaces and windows which can make furniture planning a nightmare. This is not the first time that I’ve been asked to help a client with a room like this. Last week I met with a client who has a long, rectangular sitting room that she doesn’t know what to do with. ![]()
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