How to choose living room furniture?

Furniture tips

The set for the living room is chosen taking into account:

• Size... The main rule that must be observed is proportionality. That is, the more spacious the room, the larger the objects can be. Choose furniture considering not only the size of the hall, but also each other - there is a small wardrobe for a small sofa and vice versa.
• Colors... In the choice of colors, the size of the living room is also important - any room is decorated in light colors, only huge rooms in dark ones. Warm shades (pink, yellow, orange, beige) will make the room more comfortable, cold (blue, gray, green) will help you relax.
• Style focus... Before buying furniture for the living room, decide on the style of the future interior. The classic is characterized by oversized upholstered furniture, carved and decorated with patterns and bas-reliefs. Hi-tech, on the contrary, prefers conciseness and clear regular forms.
• Estimated functionality... The set of interior items depends on how many people and how they plan to use this room in the apartment. One small sofa is not enough for a large family or frequent gatherings with friends, for example. If you love books - put a bookcase, from time to time arrange dinner parties - a dining table and chairs.

What kind of furniture to put in the hall?

We have already touched upon the topic of a set of necessary pieces of furniture, we will analyze it in more detail. The main components are:

• Sofa... Its size, color and appearance depend on many factors, but the vast majority of living rooms have it. Sometimes the sofa is supplemented or completely replaced with armchairs, poufs, chairs.
• Wall or rack... The size and type is chosen according to what you will store inside. Open shelves for books and souvenirs, closed ones for everything else.
• Coffee table... You can refuse it, but the presence of this furniture accessory expands the functionality of the room. With it, you can drink tea, play games and even work.

Pictured is a living room with sliding doors

Complementing the composition can be:

• Dinner table... If you have a small kitchen or studio, it is logical to move the eating area to the hall using zoning techniques.
• TV table... Her role is sometimes played by a chest of drawers. Necessary when the TV is not hanging on the wall.
• Desk... Another option for using space is to equip the working area. As in the case of the dining room, it must be fenced off from the main room.

In the photo, furniture for a classic living room with a dining area

We select cozy upholstered furniture

Upholstered furniture, especially comfortable sofa - a fundamental part of the living room interior. There are 3 main types:

1. Straight... Dimensions are completely different: from 2-seater to spacious 4-5 seater. The straight ottoman is often used in combination with additional seating or alone in small rooms.
2. Angular... An additional section on one side eliminates the need to put a chair or buy a pouf. A sofa with an ottoman is convenient if you like to spend time in comfort in front of the TV.
3. Modular... The main advantage of such furniture is its variability. The corner sofa easily converts into a straight structure with ottomans or several separate seating. Sofas with a folding mechanism can replace the master's bed in a studio apartment or act as additional berths for guests.

When choosing the color of the main piece of upholstered furniture, rely on these schemes:

• to match the walls;
• neutral (basic on basic - gray on white, for example);
• contrasting finish (bright on light, light on dark).

In the photo there is a large corner sofa

Armchairs it is not necessary to choose exactly like a sofa, but they should be in the same style. It is enough to add one place to the corner sofa on the other side of the corner. Two are placed near a straight sofa or taken out into a separate area - combining, for example, with a coffee table or bookshelves.

Poufs many underestimate, ignoring their acquisition. However, modern models are multifunctional: use them as a footrest, additional seating area and even a coffee table. In addition, some have a spacious storage compartment - if you put a blanket and pillow in it, you can get them at any time.

Pictured is a set of armchairs and coffee tables

What to consider when choosing cabinet furniture?

The well-known wall-to-wall walls loved by many are no longer relevant, cabinet furniture for the living room is a wardrobe, rack, slide, cabinet or built-in shelves.

Main advantage open shelving - the airiness of the structure. They do not look bulky and are suitable even as furniture for small living rooms. The main thing is not to put too many things on the shelves, so as not to create a feeling of clutter.

IN closed cabinets there will be no problem with the number of things, because a lot can be hidden behind the facades. So that the design does not look huge, choose a wardrobe to match the furniture.

Sideboard - a cross between a rack and a wardrobe. Glasses in the upper facades make it airier. Thanks to them, the sideboard is used as a decor, filling it with interesting details.

In the photo, the zoning of the living room with a working area

If you are one of those who want everything at once - order modular furniture... Here, as in the kitchen, you simply choose the desired functional shelves and cabinets, which together create a single composition. Basically, the modules are cabinets for books, dishes, clothes, open shelves, dressers, cabinets.

Today, many people place a TV on the wall, but sometimes it is necessary to install a set-top box or a music system along with it - for this, a low curbstone... It is not necessary that it be from the same headset with the wardrobe - the main thing is that it matches it in style or color.

No less important are the materials from which the parts are made:

• Chipboard. Furniture available, there are models for different styles.
• Wood. Natural wood is expensive but will serve you for many years. Looks especially good in classic interiors.
• Plastic. According to the designers, it will fit perfectly into modern minimalist styles, it is undemanding to care.
• Glass. Looks futuristic, facilitates the perception of the big picture.

In the photo, the idea of ​​\ u200b \ u200bdesigning a large built-in wardrobe in the hall

Features for a small living room

The right furniture for a small living room matches its parameters. A pair of compact armchairs will replace a sofa, a small slide or pencil case will replace a large wardrobe. To make a miniature hall look 5+, use the tips:

• Use multifunctional furniture. A pouf table, a sofa bed, a workplace in a closet will save a huge amount of space.
• Implement ways to visually expand the space. Light shades, glossy surfaces, mirrors, transparent elements will make the living room more spacious.
• Leave the center free. You should be comfortable moving around the room. The maximum that you can put is a small table.

In the photo, a variant of furniture for a small living room

• Place the furniture on its legs. Whether it is a sofa or a sideboard, they will be easier to perceive.
• Buy low or order modern built-in furniture. When the closet is part of the wall, it does not clutter up the space, and if there is no obstruction at eye level, the room looks larger.
• Consider lighting. Do not clutter the windows, put additional light sources. This will add not only space, but also comfort.

In the photo, a table made of wood and metal in a loft style

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Living room furnishings must be functional, yet aesthetically pleasing. Buy only the necessary pieces of furniture and combine them at your discretion.