As a general rule you don t want to place a sofa in front of a door because you don t want to block it and you don t want people to walk into the back of the sofa.
Sofa back wall design ideas.
This sofa placement isn t for design novices.
Fortunately this season s decoration ideas above the sofa cover the best of design trends from funky beach houses to elegantly repurposed antiques.
A sofa table is a fantastic way to optimize space and add height as well as decorative touches to your sofa area and these showcased sofa table ideas hit a multitude of individual style notes.
The contemporary accent wall provides sharp relief for a light beige tailored sofa and artwork.
The midnight blue velvet sofa is flanked by two white shelves twin swing arm sconces and two brass gallery lights overhead.
Whether you prefer stand alone art pieces or understated utilitarian designs a sofa table is more than just a second thought but a completion to.
A very cool idea is this already primed beaded wainscot kit that includes the chair rails and base boards two different looks to choose from too.
A large oversized mirror.
In front of a door.
Cowhide chairs shiplap walls exposed beams all are traditional markers of farmhouse style.
Obviously not with a sofa but i just love this full wall board and batten design to get started with this look.
As you start browsing furniture decorating and wall ideas for your room think about the space s desired purpose and focus on a few staple items such as a comfortable sofa and a coffee table then choose the rest of the accent furniture and wall decor accordingly.
We ve discussed on the blog how important it is create a focal point and infuse drama into every room and a large mirror is the perfect way to do that the wall space over your sofa can be an intimidating space because it s so expansive but we actually like to think of it as an opportunity.
Apply the same chic technique by working from the outside wall in with decorative items in sets of two.
However this home modernized the look by installing the shiplap vertically then painting usually white shiplap dark gray.
However if there is enough space and the back of the sofa has nice upholstery this look can work very well.
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30 on trend decoration ideas above the sofa now you can show off your favorite pictures using an array of unique gallery and parlor styles or display a show stopping centerpiece.
A living room can serve many different functions from a formal sitting area to a casual living space.