Sofa in side return extension

4 months ago

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Any advice on how to place a sofa/comfy chairs in a side return extension? I want to create an additional living area in front of the sliding doors but the space is limited and is short and wide - 2.5 x 4 m. I have so many sofas in weird places in this type of extension!

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Abi
4 months ago
Hi Jane,

We have a very similar layout in our extension which is just over halfway through. I've planned for a two/three-seater against the wall on the right-hand side and one armchair in the corner on the left. That way it feels like you can still see straight through to the garden.
Jane thanked Abi
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Pearl Interiors
3 months ago
Hi Jane - Abi has a great idea above. Keeping to a 2 seater sofa a long either side wall to utilise the longest wall space I think would work better.

Perhaps adding smaller seating in the form of stools or a bench could work? Using these around a coffee table also helps to centre the seating area nicely in an open plan space.

Good Luck!

Dani
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