ᐅ Living area poorly designed – any ideas for modifications?

Created on: 20 Jul 2022 14:51
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Jasmin
We built our house four years ago, but unfortunately, we didn’t consider our living area well enough. Now we’re stuck and don’t know what to do. The wall color and the placement of the sofa (Sofacompany Dane 2.85m x 2.85m (9.35 ft x 9.35 ft)) are giving us headaches. Maybe you have a bright idea for arranging this space.

Who are we? A family of five.


Modern living room with gray sofa, plants, coffee table, and mirror; dog in basket.

Spacious living room with gray sectional sofa, rug, plants, and flat-screen TV

Site plan of a property with house, terrace, and garden

Upper floor layout of a house with rooms, hallways, and stairs
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Jasmin
25 Jul 2022 12:17
A separate TV room would be really great. Unfortunately, we don’t have the necessary space for that. Although I must say that we (adults) don’t watch TV during the day or spend time in that area. But! The space is not exactly “just around the corner,” so it’s always noticeable.
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Schlauerfuchs
25 Jul 2022 14:44
Hello Jasmin, I think this layout is already perfect. Personally, I would keep the TV in this spot and not reduce its size, but install a long wall-mounted lowboard underneath. Remove the small shelves and add a different lamp plus a colored accent wall, along with some matching cushions or a throw. By the way, almost all modern TVs support the "picture" function.
Tolentino25 Jul 2022 15:03
You are all heretics! :p

Seriously, if you find having a TV in the living room so unpleasant, there are many ways to hide it. I mean, there is even someone here in the forum who built a custom lowboard with a lift for the TV. It simply slides out when needed.

It’s also possible to hang a real picture in front of it and then slide it aside when you want to watch. That’s probably not too difficult to manage.
lastdrop25 Jul 2022 15:57
If you accept the TV as a family member, it can stay as well. That's something you still need to work on ;-)
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driver55
25 Jul 2022 16:02
Either you have a TV or you don’t. People can also make a big deal out of it… 🙄
Tolentino25 Jul 2022 16:06
We currently have three, and I’m saving up for number 4. I had a power outlet and LAN port installed in the bathroom above the bathtub on purpose. To make the full bathroom less boring.