Achieving that perfect furniture placement
Ed Del Grande is a master contractor, plumber and LEED green associate. Visit eddelgrande.com or write eadelg@cs.com.
What makes one room successful and another a failure? It often comes down to proper furniture placement. It is a skill to be able to lay out a room effectively. Often a room feels overstuffed with furniture or is laid out in a way that lacks cohesion. This is where proper planning and placement come into play. ture that is too small, too big or just too much. In short, it often leads to a poorly executed space. Before you begin, consider three simple steps:
1. Measure your rooms with a laser tool or refer to a floor plan.
2. Plan out the furniture pieces you wish to have in a room.
3. Select specific pieces that fit the appropriate size and scale.
Purchase large pieces first. For example, buy your sofa before you purchase side tables, or buy your bed before nightstands. It is important to have clarity as far as what can properly fit in a space, and the only way to set you on the right path is to place bigger items first. Want to add an area rug? Rugs certainly help to add a finishing touch. Many designers recommend choosing a rug first, for either color or design inspiration, or last, to tie everything together.
Plan your outdoor environment in the same way you would plan the design and layout of spaces within the home. Creating a floor plan is helpful, but begin by determining how you wish to use the space and then divide your outdoor space into zones. Zones could include a lounge or relaxation zone, as well as a dining zone.
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