- Strategically place tall potted plants. ...
- Swap your coffee tables for oversized ottomans. ...
- Round out a big seating plan with a pair of X-benches. ...
- Use a daybed as a room divider. ...
- Define zones with a console table. ...
- Add coziness with a screen. ...
- Comfortably fill a large space with an L-shaped sectional.
How do you make a rectangular room look wider?
Implement the use of paint and color to create the illusion of space. Paint the two short ends of the room a darker shade than the longer walls to emphasize depth and mimic squareness. You can also paint horizontal stripes on short walls to create width; ideally, the stripes should be a shade darker than the base coat.
How do I match my sofa in my living room?
As a starting place, your custom sofa should be used to establish a clear focal point in your living room and accent pieces should be incorporated to tie your furniture together. Incorporating repetition while giving each of your major furniture pieces room to breathe creates balance between each piece of furniture.
How do I structure my living room?
- Measure the living room from wall to wall, making note of the length and width of the room. ...
- Decide on a focal point. ...
- Arrange tables, storage cabinets and ottomans. ...
- Assign floor and table lamps.