Owning small homes is a common thing today and if you mean this space to be inviting and cozy, you should know how to decorate it to make it look not so small. The key is knowing how to arrange your furniture to make the biggest impact, regardless of what decorative pieces you use. Here are some ideas.
Center The Sofa
Create a centerpiece having seamless balance, it can be achieved by displaying your largest love seat or sofa in the center of the room. Keep your seating within the 2-4 range to allow breathing room throughout. Place more furniture around but keep the sofa highlighted, and voila!
A modern neutral living room with a white sofa as a centerpiece of the space and all the rest of the furniture around.
A large sectional sofa will accommodate a lot of people and you'll avoid cluttering your living room.
A comfortable sofa is always a centerpiece of any living room, just arrange more chairs and stools around it.
A stylish farmhouse living room with a beige leather sofa as the main furniture piece and more seats around.
A large grey sectional sofa saves a lot of space and doesn't make the owners clutter the room with lots of chairs.
A bright living room with a white sofa and pillows is not only a centerpiece but also a divider between the living room and the kitchen.
Place In Front Of The Window
If you are fortunate enough to have a window in your living room, you want to take full advantage of it by placing your furniture directly in front. Having your furniture in front of the window allows you to bring as much light into the room as possible. It also helps you have an expansive feel right where you need it most while allowing you to enjoy the view.
A rust-colored sofa is placed in front of one of the windows and it doesn't prevent light from coming inside.
A large and comfy sofa placed in front of the window doesn't prevent light incoming and a windowsill provides some storage space.
Such placing of the sofa in front of the window makes reading here especially comfortable and cool.
A woven chair placed in front of the window doesn't prevent light from coming inside and doesn't prevent the owners from enjoying the views.
A large grey sectional sofa placed in front of the window and all the furniture arranged around it.
A large creamy sectional sofa in front of the window is a strategical idea that allows much light into the room.
A large window isn't covered with any furniture, so the owners may enjoy the views and much light.
The sofa is placed in front of the window, and the sitting zone is flooded with light thanks to that.
Buy Multifunctional Furniture
One of the best things you can do for the layout of your furniture is having pieces that double in use. Ottomans, footrests and coffee tables in one, furniture pieces with storage space inside, sofa that can double as beds, chairs that can be transformed into beds and much more – modern designers surprise us every day with their smart ideas. This way you can declutter the room and reduce the amount of furniture used, which is essential for a small space.
A sleek minimalist storage unit on the wall can be transformed into a comfortable yet small desk.
A multifunctional reading chair with book storage is a great piece for small spaces.
A multifunctional coffee table with a rising top that can be used as a desk.
An ultra-modern kitchen island with a built-in seat with upholstery is a fantastic idea for a small kitchen.
A small drawer hidden in the stylish leather upholstered sofa is a cool idea to save some space with style.
A genius idea for a small kids' bedroom - built-in storage units and even a desk to hide when not in need.
Get A Backless Sofa
Having a backless sofa brings a bold sense of chicness to the room while giving you something extra. There is a sense of floating that happens thanks to having a backless sofa that is easy to fall in love with. Pair with stools or other smaller furniture pieces to make the space feel complete without overwhelming the room.
A neutral family room with an elegant backless sofa and chic neutral furniture around seems floating into another area.
A neutral backless sofa is placed strategically not to prevent the owners from the views.
A backless sofa divides the spaces seamlessly and functions as a real sofa at the same time.
A backless sofa with high armrests adds style to the space and makes it more refined.
A pair a usual sofa with a backless one to make your room seem larger and more airy.