In lieu of a television, a piece of oversized art above the fireplace adds a soothing touch. And be sure to include comfortable seating so that you can take breaks and relax. Adria Saracino made her great room mid-century glam, with fun elements including a brass trunk that functions as a coffee table, an oversized velvet green chair, and patterned pillows. Arrange your furniture so that you have plenty of workspace and storage. Mason adds ‘If you're using the space for working, you'll want to create a functional and comfortable environment. Use mirrors to enhance small odd-shaped areas of the room so it appears more spacious.’ Slide a game table into the corner so it's separate from the conversation area. ‘Offer your guests seating options for chatting or relaxing by the fire. ‘Bring your furniture closer together to create a cozy space,’ says Aaron Lebowski, certified interior designer at Juliei Salone. How do you place furniture in a small oddly-shaped living room? If a TV is a secondary accessory of the space, it can be discreetly set on a sidewall,’ advises Lindye Galloway, founder and CCO of Lindye Galloway Studio + Shop. ‘If the sole purpose of the living room for your home or client's home is to have a cozy place to watch TV, I'd suggest putting it centered on the wall directly above the fireplace or in front of the couch for accessibility. Consider investing in a frame TV, so when it is not in use it becomes a beautiful centerpiece, showcasing your favorite art,' say Jen & Mar. Position where it can be seen from the comfiest spots of your living room, if this isn’t possible on a TV stand try mounting it on the wall. ‘Your TV should be situated away from direct sunlight, so ideally not opposite a window. Where do you put the TV in an awkward living room? Tailored cabinetry and furniture will allow you to use every inch of space available including awkward nooks, which would otherwise be left unused,’ say Jen & Mar, co-founders of Interior Fox. ![]() If you’re struggling to find a piece of furniture that fits perfectly, it’s best to go bespoke. Consider height and depth to ensure each piece doesn’t block light or protrude too far into the room, this will save on precious floor space. If your room has alcoves or a bay window, look for furniture that will fit neatly into these spaces. ‘One of the first things to consider is what pieces of furniture are required. Secondary furniture like the consoles can be kept to the edges and used for table lamps and plants. A rug will anchor the scheme, keep it neutral if your couches are bright or patterned. Two couches opposite each other will work well and they don’t have to match, add in an armchair that ties in with one of them and you’ll have a cohesive and stylish look. ![]() ‘And don’t feel the need to only show “serious” artwork kids’ paintings next to a collectible piece is what makes it feel like a home not a gallery,’ adds Laura.With a long rectangular-shaped living room it’s best to start in the middle. To stop them feeling like a gallery choose warm tones such as wood or have some made in colored Formica, resin, marble or concrete.’ When it comes to arranging, showcase fun and personal items alongside collectors’ work. ![]() ‘You can also try to incorporate plinths into the home. ‘Simple ways to make a living room feature wall look good without it feeling staged would be to use display cabinets or bookshelves just for artwork and sculpture,’ says interiors stylist and creative director of Modern Art Hire, Laura Fulmine. I always go for pieces that have an emotive resonance rather than feeling like they’re a good investment – although it’s very nice when the two things come together.’ How do you make a feature wall look good? ‘I select pieces that feel like they will endure both in quality and the fluctuations of trends. ‘When deciding what to put on a feature wall, my instinct is to be drawn to what reflects the place, people and their distinctiveness and my love for beautifully crafted objects,’ says Catherine Lock, creative director of The New Craftsmen. ‘It’s hard to go wrong as long as you really connect with the work (and stick within your budget).’ What should I put on my feature wall? ‘A beautifully chosen grouping of bijou works is chic, chic, chic!’ says Jennifer Conner of the Affordable Art Fair, who also runs her own gallery After Nyne Contemporary. Smaller works typically have a more modest price tag, offering the opportunity to add more pieces. When building a collection for your living room feature wall, one tip is to start small – literally.
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