How to Plan a Family Room
A family room should be planned to accommodate family members' needs. Usually, family rooms are kept informal, but regardless of formality should be comfortable for the whole family. If you have small children, the room should be safe and free of breakables. If you have older children or teenagers, the family room should contain comfortable furniture arranged for easy lounging. Does this Spark an idea?
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How To Plan A Family Room
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Arrange seating based on your furniture, room size and family needs. A sectional sofa provides maximum seating in a family room. It can be placed in the middle of a room, leaving the walls free from furniture. A couch with a coffee table creates a more compact seating arrangement. The coffee table can be used for playing games.
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Position the television in the center of the room. Since the room is often used as a gathering place to watch television, if you have one it should be located where it can be viewed by all in the room.
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f the room will be used for gathering the family without a television, arrange the couch and chairs in a way that conversation can flow easily. Position two couches facing each other, or place comfy chairs facing the couch. -
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Create built-in storage. Whether your family room is large or small, you can maximize storage space with built-in bookcases or cabinets. Baskets and home decor boxes can be used to store small items like movies and toys.
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Create a space for games and activities that won't disturb the arrangement of the room. A game table in the corner of the room can provide a space for board games. A storage basket can hold video games in the area while not in use.
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Avoid light-colored carpet and furniture. Neutral colors and darker tones are more forgiving for the daily wear and tear of family use.
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