Living Room Setup: Simple Tips to Arrange Your Space

Got a living room that feels cramped or empty? You don’t need a designer to fix it. With a few measurements, a bit of planning, and the right pieces, you can turn any room into a comfortable, functional hub.

Choosing the Right Sofa and Placement

Start by measuring the length of your wall and the distance between doors and windows. A sofa should leave at least 30‑cm of breathing room on each side so people can walk around without bumping into it. If you love a big look but have limited space, a corner sofa can fill a void nicely. Just make sure the “L” shape doesn’t block traffic flow – it should sit in a corner that naturally guides foot traffic toward the rest of the room.

When picking fabric, think about durability. A woven microfiber holds up well in families with kids or pets, while leather adds a sleek vibe but needs regular conditioning. Test the depth: you want enough room to sit back comfortably, but not so deep that you can’t see the TV without craning your neck.

TV Stands, Coffee Tables and Finishing Touches

Your TV stand should be at least a few inches wider than the screen. That extra length gives you space for media devices and helps keep the TV stable. For a 65‑inch TV, a stand around 150‑160 cm works well. Mounting height matters too – the center of the screen should sit at eye level when you’re seated, usually 90‑110 cm from the floor.

A coffee table isn’t just for coffee; it’s a handy spot for remote controls, magazines, and snacks. Keep its height about the same as the seat cushions (roughly 40‑45 cm) and make sure there’s at least 45‑cm clearance around it for easy movement. If space is tight, a round or oval table can fit into corners better than a square one.

Lighting and accessories are the final polish. A floor lamp in one corner adds warmth, while a couple of small side tables let you place drinks without reaching across the sofa. Add a rug that’s large enough to anchor the whole seating area – roughly one and a half times the sofa’s length works nicely.

Now that you’ve got the basics, browse our living‑room articles for deeper dives: tips on corner sofas, TV stand sizing, coffee table alternatives, and more. Each post gives step‑by‑step advice you can apply right away, so you’ll feel confident tweaking your setup until it feels just right.