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karen24101

Small Awkward Lounge

last year

Hello. I would your advice or input. We bought a new house and we move in Mid Jan. It has Victorian characteristics which I love. We’ve bought a huge sofa length 260cm And depth 103cm. It will also house our TV. It’s got a high ceiling and picture rail. We kind of assume the sofa will be positioned on the wall opposite the door (it will cover the room radiator). Could you please advise on other furniture (keeping it somewhat contemporary. We also like minimalism. It used to function as the dining room at one time as it has a pretty little hatch in the left alcove.
The carpet is silvery grey and the wall are a blank canvas and white (I think).
The dimension are 4.5m by almost 4m. What can I do to it? What other furniture will I require? I would prefer the floor space to be as special as possible. Aesthetically I think the TV can only go on the opposite wall on a on a narrow stand. Would love it to be light and airy and cosy. I hope to open the chimney (eventually) to host a log burner. I can’t visualise it at the moment and your input will be invaluable.
Thank you.

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  • last year

    Hi Karen, congratulations on your new home! Your Victorian space sounds lovely, and here are some ideas to make it light, airy, and cosy:

    1. Furniture: Balance the large sofa with slim armchairs or an ottoman. A minimalist console table behind the sofa can add decor or storage.
    2. TV Setup: Mount the TV or use a narrow stand. Add floating shelves or wall-mounted storage to keep things open.
    3. The Alcove: Use it for built-in shelves, bookcases, or small desks.
    4. Fireplace: Opening the chimney for a log burner is great! In the meantime, style it with candles or logs for a cosy focal point.
    5. Colours & Textures: Silvery carpet and white walls are a great base. Add warmth with textured cushions, throws, or a jute rug in muted tones like sage or dusty pink.
    6. Lighting: Use a statement pendant light for height and add floor lamps or sconces for a cosy glow.
    7. Finishing Touches: Add greenery (like a fiddle-leaf fig) and mirrors to make the room feel more spacious.

    Let me know if you'd like more ideas based on your layout!