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Help with open plan lounge layout

5 months ago

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Please can anyone help me with an open plan downstairs and the layout of the lounge area. Inparticular when to put the sofa and what shape sofa would work? there are bifolds down the left wall, Also… im after a cosy feel. would appreciate any feedback, thank you. (This photo is previous owners)

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Isla Cherry
5 months ago
Oh the options you have. I think you need to do a lot of browsing of interior websites. Although the existing owners layout is very practical and open its not the only option. Do you already have furniture to place or are you buying new? A sectional with the ottoman end against the wall opposite the bifolds might work or a sofa and two armchairs. What colours were you planning as that makes a difference too. Are you keeping the dark grey wall?
Sonia
5 months ago
The current layout looks good to me and there’s even room for more seating in front of the bifolds, although not too close. Perhaps two armchairs with a table in the middle. I think a velvet fabric in the seating will create cosiness, so you could go with navy sofas and maybe yellow chairs although there are so many options.
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The Living House
5 months ago
Hi HU-67856628, it looks like you have a lovely open plan space. Here are a couple of tips from us:

- Move the sofas away from the wall and bring further into the room this will bring it together and make it feel cosier.

- Go for a large rug, this will anchor the space. Make sure the front feet of the sofas are on top of the rug.

- Consider how the alcoves can be used, could you add built ins to create storage and open shelving to display any accessories or books etc.

Hope this helps!

We are an online interior design company and would love to support you to achieve a living room that is warm, cosy and works for you and your family. It would be great to have a chat with you to discuss how we can help you and learn more about your project, feel free to drop us a message or an email to hello@thelivinghouse.co.uk or check out our website - www.thelivinghouse.co.uk
Isla Cherry
5 months ago
I love your idea of shelves or built-in's. That would transform the space.

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