3 Ways to Style Your Living Room
With a new season on arrival, I (like many) get the idea in my mind that I need to refresh my space, and though I would love to do a floor-to-ceiling overhaul every time I get an itch for change, I know that kind of change isn’t in the budget. Instead, I take to re-arranging my furniture! Not only is it free, but it can also make a room feel completely different and meet your needs as they change over time, whether it be increased flow for more visits from family and friends, the optimal setup for movie nights, or more corners to curl up with a good book. Today I’ve styled this condo living room three ways, each with pros and cons so you can save yourself some energy and try the one that works best for you. Let’s refresh your living room!
Option 1: For the TV Lovers
This option is great for those who primarily use their living room for TV and movies. Placing the larger seating option facing the TV directly so you have a comfortable view, and the extra seating against the window is a backup for the occasional visit from family and friends.
Pro:
Of course, this is ideal if you and one other person are the primary residents, so you both will be able to watch media with ease.
This gives you the most floor space in the centre which can be helpful for pets or kids who need floor space to play.
This setup makes the room feel the most spacious!
Con:
Having your chairs this way doesn’t always encourage the most conversation as the chairs are directed towards the television.
The visitor won’t always have a comfortable option to sit for long periods as the only other option is against a window, meaning that someone will be cheated out of the view.
This setup means you won’t have a coffee table, only side tables, which can be ok for some. But if you plan to host and have others over, a table in the middle of the room is a necessity!
Option 2: For the Socialites
This option is great for those who are always having people by their home and want to encourage conversation without making the room feel crowded. Placing the two chairs against the window at an angle means that everyone will have a view from their vantage point and the bench across the way makes extra seating always available.
Pro:
Having the bench floating in the space means that guests always have ample available seating and they get the best view of the skyline behind the chairs
This setup means there is a coffee table of sorts which becomes a surface for beverages with the addition of a tray, plus the fabric cubes can become extra seating themselves
Having your seating in a circular shape promotes conversation meaning that your group will feel more social and engaged in conversation.
Con:
This setup isn’t optimal for TV and movies, meaning that someone will likely always have to sit at an angle to watch media which isn’t very comfortable
This setup also means the room is very full so this isn’t ideal if you or someone in your household has accessibility needs or requires more space to be comfortable
This also takes away space for pets and kids who may topple things that are close to the floor like items on the makeshift coffee table.
Option 3: For the Reader
This setup is ideal for someone who likes to have their spot and curl up with a good book. With the two chairs facing each other this space promotes one-on-one conversations and alone time, removing the extra seating and making it into a central coffee table.
Pro:
Great for folks who like a little more solitude and a classic setup that creates symmetry in the room.
This is great for promoting meaningful conversation with one other person.
It provides a larger flat surface, with the addition of a tray for beverages and snacks.
Cons:
This can start to feel like an interview setup which for some doesn’t feel very comfortable.
The bench as the coffee table may require a longer tray to make it stable.
This does remove any floor space for kids and pets and creates tighter quarters for anyone who may need a little more space.
This means you would have to move furniture to provide additional seating for guests as required
At the end of the day, how you set up your space needs to serve you and your every day, so take the time to consider your needs and how you can make your space work for you!
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