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10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room

Clever furniture arrangements can transform a conventional room into something new and different. Here's how to do it. - by Better Homes and Gardens
  • 13 May 2016
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room
10 furniture arranging tips to transform a room

Find the focal point

The cornerstone of every arrangement. It might be a view, fireplace, or a wall of built-ins are obvious possibilities. In rooms without a focus consider grouping furniture around a dramatic painting, freestanding shelves, a tall cupboard or armoire or a wall of collectables.

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Determine the traffic flow

People cutting in front of the sofa while you are trying to chat is a no no. Make sure electrical cords are not across walkways and that rugs are anchored by non-slip backing. Move furniture away from the walls to get away from that 'waiting room' look.

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Consider the composition

Include a mix of large- and small-scale furniture. Remove non-essential furnishings to create space or add furniture to divide a room into activity areas. Breaking a room into two or more groupings can help it function better.

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Break the rules

Consider a dining table that is not centred! Avoid labelling a room and use the space creatively - why not dine in the living room if it feels right?

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Add your personality

Surround yourself with collections and pieces you love - that way the room will feel satisfying.

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Save your energy

Measure your room and arrange paper templates on a simple grid - saves moving the real thing around!

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Use your angles

To emphasise the width of a room angle a large piece like a sofa across one corner.

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Emphasise ceiling height

Raise a low ceiling with floor-to-ceiling window treatments. 'Lower' a ceiling with a colourful area rug and low-level lighting.

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Create a functional space

Choose furnishings with multiple functions such as the wall unit that houses the computer or TV, and the drop-leaf table for occasional dining.

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Make some pieces mobile

The ottoman, small tables and benches, lightly scaled chairs.

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