Solution #1: Introduce an Entryway
Position a rug and some key pieces of furniture just inside the front door.
Solution #2: Block With a Bench
Set up a divider—a bench, a bookshelf, or a console—and lay down a runner to carve out an entrance corridor.
Problem: If Your Living Room Is Super Long and Narrow
Divvy up the space to get the most out of the oddly shaped square footage. Opt for either two defined spots or a more fluid layout. Take a look at some ideas below.
Solution #1: Rectangle + Circle
Section off the room with dual, seating-heavy groupings—a linear one and a piecier one. Filling out the space actually makes a room feel less confined, says McGee.
Solution #2: All-Inclusive
Break up the rectangle into areas that function well on their own or in tandem: a big, communal spot and a smaller, cozy, nook, says Lewis.
Problem: If Your Living Room Has Lots of Windows
Build the room from the inside out. (You have no wall space, after all.) Let the setup support your vibe: casual or formal. See two options below.
Solution #1: Homey Hub
Keep the area around the windows clear to make them the focal point, and concentrate the coziness in the center of the room.
Solution #2: Structured Symmetry
Double up on sofas and accent seats to maximize the middle of the room, and utilize the scant wall space you have, says Lewis
