How to Arrange a Living Room

Make the most of your home's living space by learning how to arrange living room furniture smartly.

There are three things to keep in mind when arranging a living room -- flow, function and focal points. Before you start moving furniture, have a good understanding for the traffic patterns -- getting in, out and through the room.

Next, think about the function of the room. Depending on how you use the room, create cozy seating groups or orient furniture toward the television for perfect viewing.

Finally, fixed elements, or focal points, in the room like a fireplace or bay window, should be arranged around for a beautiful view. Arrange a room perfectly by reflecting on the room's features and your lifestyle. Take measurements, sketch out an arrangement and then let the moving begin!