Room Concepts

With a new year on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to start thinking of living room furniture ideas to refresh your space. Whether your living room is large or small, we have plenty of living room setup ideas for you.

What Furniture Can I Put in My Living Room?

We say, put whatever furniture in your living room that makes it a functional and comfortable space for you. But, with that being said, there are some pieces that we find are essential to making the most of your living room. 

Seating

The key to making your living room functional and comfy is the seating you choose. Whether your space is large or small, having somewhere for you and your guests to sit is a necessity. Depending on your space, think about including a sectional, sofa or loveseat. If you live somewhere that a sofa or loveseat is too big, think about adding one or two comfy living room chairs. 

Coffee or End Tables

Now that you have somewhere to sit, it’s time to focus on where you can put your drinks and more. If you have the space or prefer a table people can gather around, a coffee table is the perfect addition to your living room. If you don’t have the space for a coffee table (or just don’t like them), end tables come in a variety of sizes and styles and provide just enough space to keep your drink out of the way. 

TV Stand

Most people have a tv in their living room, so it makes sense to have some type of tv stand in the space. This is a piece of furniture you can get creative with. Cubed shelves, entertainment fireplaces, and more can work as a tv stand. Just make sure that whatever you choose can withstand the weight of your tv and is sturdy enough it won’t topple over if accidentally bumped. 

Accessories

While not necessarily furniture, how you choose to accessorize and decorate your living room is going to bring the whole room together. Add a bit of coziness to your living room with rugs and blankets, and add a splash of color with plants and throw pillows. Decorate your walls with things that highlight your personality – family photos, artwork, abstract designs, and more.

3 Living Room Furniture Ideas for Large Spaces

1. Separate the Space

When working with a large room, you can separate the space both visually and literally. Large living spaces can have conversation areas designated by seating areas, a work area designated by a desk, and more. If you want a more literal separation of space, you can use items such as plants and room dividers to break your area into smaller zones.

2. Use Color

Choosing living room furniture or decor that is colorful or patterned is an easy way to freshen up a large space without a huge commitment. Add pops of color with curtains, pillows, rugs, and more to break up your space, yet still maintain the ability to change the feel of your space with the seasons or as your style changes. 

3. Let the Room Breathe

When working with a large room, it’s easy to overwhelm it with large furniture or clutter. Unless you’re going for a maximalist style, remember to let the room breathe. There are many ways to do this. Anchor the room with one large item, like an area rug or sectional, or leave space between your living room furniture instead of crowding it together.

3 Living Room Furniture Ideas for Small Spaces

1. Maximize Your Space

When it comes to smaller spaces, maximizing your space is going to help make your room seem larger. Utilizing (or creating) built-ins maximizes your storage space while also creating a focal point. 

An additional way to maximize your space is by choosing living room furniture that doubles as storage. Pieces popular with our customers include customizable entertainment centers and customizable living room tables. 

2. Choose Furniture With Legs

Choosing living room furniture with legs helps to create a space that feels light and airy. Because more of the floor is visible, it gives the illusion of a more open living room.

3. Save Floor Space

We already talked about maximizing your space with furniture that doubles as storage, but another creative way to maximize your floor space is to use wall-mounted lighting or shelving. 

Where Should a TV Be Placed in a Living Room?

The most common area to set up your TV in your living room is across from your main seating area, but that doesn’t mean it’s the best place for your TV. Here are a few things to consider when deciding where to set up your TV. 

1. The Room

The first thing you’ll want to consider when setting up your TV is the layout of your living room. It’s best to keep your TV out of the way of high-traffic areas and away from sunlight that can cause glares on your screen. Play around with different spots in your living room before settling on one so you don’t move heavy furniture or make holes in the walls before you’re sure where your TV should go.

2. The TV

TVs come in many sizes now, so the size of your TV is going to be one of the main things you should consider when considering different living room setup ideas. You want to make sure your TV can be seen from different angles, and you’ll also want to make sure your seating is the correct distance from the TV, which is generally 2.5 times the diagonal length of your TV.

3. The Furniture

How your living room furniture is set up will determine the focal point of the room. So if you want your TV to be the focal point, place it in a way that has your furniture angled toward it. If you’d rather your TV not be the focal point, you can angle your furniture away from or catty-corner the TV. 

And, if you’re a home with a TV-less living room, that is great too! A cozy fireplace or some other center focal point will help you to create a functional living room for your family and your guests. 

What Direction Should Your Couch Face?   

As with any living room furniture, there are many ways you can set up your couch. However, there are some placements that are more popular than others. Let’s go over a couple directions your couch can face.

Toward a Window

If you have a large window in your living room, centering your living room setup ideas around the window may seem like a no-brainer. It’s a great way to highlight the architecture of your home while also enjoying nature (or whatever your view is) from the comfort of your couch.

Toward the Room’s Focal Point

Whether your focal point is a mantel or television, you’ll want to place your couch so it faces your focal point. This will draw you and your guests’ attention to the main area of your living room. You may even want to opt for a less common focal point – the center of your room. If this is the case, face all of your seating, not just your couch, toward the center of the room.

Whether your living room is large or small, finding living room furniture that makes the most of your space can be difficult. If you haven’t been able to find the perfect pieces to add to your home, it might be time to consider customizable and configurable furniture. Room Concepts offers occasional tables, sofas, chairs, media consoles and more that can be customized to fir your style, space and budget.

Room Concepts not only provides the best quality customizable furniture, we pride ourselves on providing our customers the service and details that help them design their home in a way that is stylish and functional. Our living room furniture design team is happy to help you choose the perfect furniture to add value and comfort to your home, whether it’s a piece from our customizable selections or from our showroom. Get in touch with our team today or stop into one of our Pittsburgh area showrooms in Whitehall or Wexford, PA to explore our customizable furniture options.