Anton
head of design studio
A table is an important part of the interior of any apartment. Dining or coffee, work or console table, one of the options for this furniture is present in every living room. Often it is he who is the center of the interior composition. Meetings with friends, work processes, watching a movie with a bowl of popcorn on a side table - it seems that most of a person’s life is spent at the table. Therefore, the design of a living room with a table requires special attention. This article contains tips on how to better organize the space in your living room with a table. It is also noted that it would be good to take into account when organizing space in a room and interior design. Modern trends encourage us to strive to optimize space during renovation. When the apartment is two-room or three-room, zoning is much easier. But it happens that a living room combined with a kitchen is the best option.
The option of demolishing the partition between the kitchen and a small room, thereby creating a large and bright living room with a dining table, is becoming more and more common. Of course, a dining table in a living room interior is not always appropriate, but the combined space has many fans, so let’s consider this option in more detail.
Kitchen-living room design
. Interior design does not have to have only one color accent. Modern trends in style and taste also favor the combination of several colors.
One of the biggest advantages of a combined space is twice as much light with the same initial data. An additional window in the resulting room makes it possible to enjoy the sun's rays. A dining table in the living room allows you to create a full-fledged place for meals, which is not always possible in standard kitchens. When choosing a table, you need to remember that each person needs 70 centimeters of personal space when eating.
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Sofa seat
in living room design with table
A visual layout will help you understand all the space possibilities in each room. Taking into account the proportions of the ratio of the size of the furniture to the size of the room, you can draw an interior plan. This will help make your living room interior design ideas with a table more realistic and give you a fresh look at the idea. Maybe something will have to be changed at this stage. With the plan, it will become clear where the “draft line” is, on which the sofa should under no circumstances be located. To do this, you need to draw a line from the window to the door.
The location of the sofa in the living room
. The answer to the question of where exactly to place a sofa in the living room depends not only on personal preferences, but also on the purpose of the room.
1. The sofa is located next to the opposite wall, closer to the center of the room. A good option, because the sofa immediately attracts attention and invites you to sit down and relax, watch TV.
2. The sofa is located at the entrance to the living room. This option visually expands the room. Suitable for hospitable hosts whose friends often stay overnight.
3. It is most convenient to place a corner sofa in the corner opposite to the entrance. This way the space of the room will expand and there will be no feeling of cluttering of furniture.
Correct opening of the door in the living room
In or out?
Opening the door in the living room
. The option of interior invisible doors without platbands and in the color of the walls is suitable for fans of monochrome space.
There are simply no clear rules on exactly how to install a door correctly. It all depends on individual preferences and furniture. When making a decision, it is important to consider that you will need to be able to get in and out freely, and that additional space will be required for easy access to cabinets and dressing room. If you can’t arrange the furniture and door rationally, there is always the possibility of moving the doorway to a more convenient place or buying a sliding door, which significantly saves space.
1. A good option for installing a door. Gives free access to all furniture. The only time the door is open is that it can hit the cabinet. And every time, before going to the closet, you will need to close the door.
2. Less convenient option. Now access to the closet is open, but the space of the room is lost. And it’s not clear which is better. In this case, you can install an accordion door or a book door.
3. Inconvenient option. This type of door installation prevents free exit from the room. And to open it, additional space in the corridor is required. Here you can also install a door that saves space.
4. The best option. Does not block access to furniture, allows you to enter and exit freely, and saves space.
TV in the living room
size and location
Placing a TV in the living room
. It is important that the diagonal of the TV matches the size of the room. The more spacious the room, the larger the diagonal. This way the proportions of the interior will be maintained.
Location
. The location of the TV depends on the sofa. The best option is to place them opposite each other. Modern TVs allow you not to worry about maintaining the required distance from the screen to your eyes; they do not harm your eyesight.
Cabinet or bracket?
It's a matter of choice. In order not to spoil the interior style with sloppy details, it is better to think through technical issues in advance: how to hide wires, antennas, cables and extension cords.
Height from floor
. The most comfortable way is to place the screen at eye level of a sitting person. So this parameter depends, among other things, on the height of your sofa. On average, this is 1 meter from the floor to the center of the screen.
Diagonal size
. This parameter will depend on the interior. If the TV is located alone on the wall, then it is more logical to consider options with a diagonal of 50 inches or more. If, in addition to the TV, there will be additional furniture or accessories on the wall, then the large screen size is not important.
Film projector as an alternative
. A good option for a busy interior. It can be permanently mounted on the wall or installed from time to time just for watching a movie. Modern film projectors even have an electric drive to lower the screen. Therefore, it is important to think about power supply in advance. Well, if you have smooth white walls, then you can save money on the screen. But in any case, you will need to ensure good darkness in the room: thick dark curtains or blinds will be needed to watch a movie without distractions.
TV in the living room
Furniture in the living room
Furniture in the living room
. A color accent on the chair is a good move. Moreover, the shade matches the patterns on the wallpaper, textiles and carpet, making the interior more interesting.
- Armchair.
A convenient accessory for creating an accent and contrast in the interior. The chair can be chosen either in a sharply opposite color, or remain in the general color scheme, but change the shade. You can also play with the shape: make the chair stand out in style from the rest of the furniture. When choosing a chair, do not forget about personal preferences: you can sit in front of the fireplace in a standard chair, to climb up with your feet and wrap yourself in a blanket, you need a larger chair, and if you want relaxation, you can choose a rocking chair. - TV stand.
A large retro side table, a decorative console table or an elegant small side table - the main thing is that the chosen style of the living room is maintained. - Coffee table.
Furniture designed more to create atmosphere. But there are exceptions here: some coffee tables have the ability to fold out into a full-fledged dinner table. To find an option that is suitable in terms of price/quality/appearance ratio, you will need to try, but the result is worth it. - Side tables.
If you need to add a table to the living room, but don’t want to clutter the space, side tables come to the rescue. Mobile, easily moved, compact tables are a real find for lovers of comfort. Designer's advice: designer models of this furniture are also available on the market, which means that the table can also add originality to the interior. - Rack.
A piece of furniture, especially necessary in small apartments. In addition to the fact that it will advantageously demonstrate all the available accessories and favorite things, it can also be a tool for zoning space. Unlike special partitions, they will not absorb light due to their design. - Additional storage cabinet.
Will help you make the most of the space in your living room. To do this, you need to analyze the apartment plan. Very often, various bottoms and recesses can be turned to your advantage. - Fireplace.
Thanks to modern technologies, today an electric fireplace is not just a decorative element, but also a device that can provide heating to a room and humidify the air. Multifunctionality combined with various appearance options (from classic to modern) allows you to give free rein to your imagination in your design project. When choosing, it is important to remember to maintain proportions: the larger the room, the larger the size of the fireplace should be
Living room dining table material
Wooden dining table
Followers of traditions will give preference to natural wood. Tables made of oak, ash, cherry, and birch will serve faithfully for many years .
A high-quality solid wood dining table looks very expensive and, by the way, costs the same. For the “average” buyer, tables made from less expensive wood species - beech, pine, larch - are suitable. The tabletop can be made of chipboard or MDF and covered with natural valuable veneer.
The advantages of dining tables made of wood are non-toxic, safe, and thanks to the treatment with protective substances, they can withstand temperature changes, exposure to moisture and chemicals, and mechanical stress.
When using varnished tables, it is advisable to cover them with a tablecloth - this will protect the tabletop from cracking the varnish and tarnishing.
Glass dining table
Modern glass models of dining tables are perfect for the interior decoration of the living room. Typically, such tables are combined: the legs and support frame are made of metal or wood, and the “lid” is made of high-strength laminated glass.
The advantages of glass dining tables are reliability, style, beauty, lightness . Remember that the specific sound that occurs when touching dishes with a glass “roof” is not very pleasant, so buy special coasters, napkins, and mats in advance.
It is advisable to place a glass table in a living room designed in the appropriate style - high-tech or modern.
Rattan dining table
Recently, wicker dining tables made from rattan palms or its synthetic substitute have been gaining popularity. A wicker table can be supplemented with metal elements - legs, frame, corners or a glass top.
The advantages of rattan dining tables are environmental safety, lightness, reliability, durability , resistance to temperature changes, exposure to various substances and water.
Dining table made of plastic
When purchasing a modern plastic dining table, the main thing to pay attention to is the quality of the plastic itself. Plastic furniture is lightweight and can be stored comfortably and compactly without any problems.
The advantages of plastic dining tables: lightness of construction, resistance to dampness, temperature changes , ease of maintenance, variety of shapes, various colors and patterns.
Artificial stone dining table
Using this new polymer, you can imitate a coating made of any material - marble, onyx, granite, as well as wood slices. Artificial stone is divided into acrylic, agglomerate and cast (liquid stone). Such tables weigh less than their natural counterpart, look stylish, luxurious and at the same time are affordable for ordinary buyers.
Advantages of living room dining tables made of artificial stone: durability, long service life, beautiful appearance, environmentally friendly raw materials , variety of colors and configurations, simple maintenance, polishing can be done if necessary, decent price-quality ratio.
But it is worth noting the disadvantages of “artificial” stone countertops: you cannot place hot utensils and dishes on an acrylic countertop, and do not use abrasive detergents when cleaning it.
Bedroom + living room
Combining two rooms with such different purposes is not easy. But if you live not in a two-room apartment or three-room apartment, but in a studio or small apartment, there is often no choice. But this can be played around. To zone a room, a shelving unit is suitable, which will perform several roles at once and, most importantly, will not absorb light.
Use a shelving unit as a partition to divide the room into zones, retain natural light and get additional storage space for books and various small items.
Bedroom design with living room
. The predominance of light and cool shades makes the room visually larger, and a shelf with books and decorative elements adds coziness.
Living room + office
A work corner with a computer or laptop becomes not a luxury, but a necessity. If the size of the apartment does not allow you to allocate a separate room for work, you can combine a living room and an office. The size of the table depends on the technology used: a wider table for a personal computer, and a standard one for a laptop or netbook.
Living room design
. Thanks to the furniture for the work area, matched to the color of the walls, zoning does not attract attention. Playing with the color of the chair refreshes the interior and prevents it from being boring.
Top 3 options for optimal placement of your desk in the living room.
1. The work area is located in the far corner of the room. An option that allows you to save as much space as possible. If you also choose furniture that matches the color of the walls, then guests will not immediately understand that the living room connects two rooms at once.
2. The work area is located next to the window. This means a large table with a large computer. This option is suitable for people who constantly work from home. This way, time at your desk will be used more productively, and this arrangement will also make a narrow room visually wider.
3. The work area is built into the closet. In this case, the table is hidden from the eyes of those entering the room and makes it possible to use it only when necessary. And quickly hide your workplace from unwanted eyes.
Desk in the interior
Selection of chairs for the living room table
Having given preference to any dining table, we also select chairs for it based on design and analogy. You can buy chairs separately from the table, thereby experimenting and creating your own unique living room style. For example, combine a traditional wooden table with unusual modern glass chairs.
It should be borne in mind that in addition to beauty and design creativity, chairs must be comfortable and ergonomic for long-term sitting in them. Pay attention to the height of the chairs and dining table, they should fit harmoniously with each other.
Air conditioner
in the living room with a dining table
When installing an air conditioner, the main thing is to find a suitable place for it, so that people sitting on the sofa and at the table feel comfortable. But the deeper the air conditioner is installed in the room, the more expensive it costs the owner: here every meter counts.
Air conditioner indoor unit
— indoor air conditioner unit in the color of the walls. Then it does not catch the eye and does not create an office atmosphere in the living room.
Options for placing the air conditioner in the living room.
1. A very good option: above the door the indoor unit is not visible at all.
2. A good option for installing an air conditioner is next to a window. Moreover, it is economical: the closer to the window, the cheaper.
3. Bad option. An air conditioner installed in this way will direct cold air towards people sitting on the sofa.
Transformation abilities
To provide additional seating at the table, you can use a transformable model in your living room arrangement.
Folding and sliding structures have become widespread due to their compact size and ability to save free space when folded.
Lighting
in the living room with a table
Lighting is a factor that affects not only comfort, but also health. To ensure that the lighting is sufficient at any time of the day, you need to consider the possibility of different types of lighting. The more light the better.
Living room lighting
. Lamps of different types and sizes are selected in the same style as the furnishings of the entire apartment. They organically fit into the loft, the main element of which was the brick wall.
Lamps
- part of the interior decor, which will help create several types of lighting: from basic light to intimate. With the help of light you can adjust the atmosphere and mood of the living room. Recently, a popular option: lamps from different collections, designed in the same style. It is important that the lamps match the rest of the interior.
overhead light
- basic lighting, which can be created using a chandelier and spotlights. Often the chandelier influences the style of the room as a whole.
Toward the local light
This includes sconces, various lamps and floor lamps. You should be especially careful with sconces: these lamps are extremely difficult to match with the style of the interior, so it is better to consider options for replacing sconces with elegant lamps.
Intimate light
. From the name, the main purpose of this lighting is clear - to create a romantic atmosphere in the room. Garlands and candles that emit warm light do this well. They can also be used as a night light.
Candles
. To create coziness while maintaining style, you can use candles of the same color but different sizes. Universal white will suit any interior.
Zoning
. Different types of lighting will help create different zones in the same room. By combining task lighting, intimate and local light, you can play with space to your advantage. Thanks to the combination of lamps, sufficient lighting in the work area is achieved in the diagram; atmospheric lighting near the sofa is created with the help of floor lamps and lamps.
Hall with transformable table
The transforming table differs not only in design, but also in appearance. In a few seconds, such a table becomes a full-fledged dining option, on which you can lay out cutlery and start a meal. In addition, sofas and armchairs look great next to transformable tables.
A transforming table is perfect for a high-tech living room
Among them are:
- Transformable tabletop for dining;
- Transformable coffee tables;
- Dining tables-books;
- Extendable dining tables.
Transformable console tables play a special role in the apartment. They are wall-mounted, wall-mounted and free-standing. The console comes in a variety of materials, each with its own design and size.
Modern style in the living room
Modernity implies a combination of laconic details, a combination of color and beauty of form in interior design. Laconic lines look advantageous in both small rooms and large spaces.
Modern living room design
. The monochrome of furniture and walls is diluted with geometric textile patterns and accessories. In the interior, simplicity and convenience have become synonymous.
Signs of style
. Monochrome is a classic that will never go out of style. Design studios in Moscow emphasize: the more universal the base color, the easier it will be to create bright and stylish color accents, and the easier it will be to choose accessories and geometric patterns. Stylish frames with photographs or a painting will harmoniously dilute the interior. It is important that the furniture is simple and concise.
Many modern living rooms
Model design
A writing or coffee table for a living room can differ in different designs and correspond to certain styles.
When choosing a suitable model, it is important to consider its compliance with the concept of decorating the room and compatibility with other furniture, decoration and accessories.
Neoclassical style in the living room
Neoclassicism is the good old classical style, which has been modernized to suit modern realities. It is characterized by calm tones, decorative strips, unusual lamps, and special upholstery.
Living room in neoclassical style
. No to bright contrasts, yes to pastel colors. The pillows are of different sizes, but are consistent in color, which is appropriate for both classic and modern.
Signs of style
. Neoclassicism adopted from its predecessor a love of symmetry and a craving for luxury. Stucco molding, various decorative accessories, furniture of complex design, heavy rich curtains - neoclassicism does not tolerate laconicism.
Living rooms in neoclassical style
Other living room styles
Scandinavian style
Fusion
Loft
Colors
Beige color in living room design with table
It is impossible to say unequivocally that beige color is ideal as a base color in the interior design of a living room. There are many examples proving the opposite. The color accent was placed on the walls, and it was appropriate. However, this tone has a number of advantages over others.
Beige visually expands the space
. Everyone wants more space and more air.
Compatibility
. The versatility of this color will greatly simplify the life of the apartment owner: you can calmly go through color combinations, beige will tolerate almost anything.
Create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort
. Neutral color does not irritate, does not get boring and is always ready for experiments.
Beige color in the living room
. Even basic beige has its own warm and cool shades. Cold ones are better suited to the tasks of modernity, and warm ones will highlight the advantages of classics.
A selection of beige living rooms
Gray color in the interior of a living room with a dining table
Gray color in the living room
. More practical than beige, gray is popular among designers due to its convenience.
Not as easily soiled as beige, gray also has its own personality. On the other hand, overdoing it with dark shades in the interior can plunge the room into darkness. Gray, on the other hand, maintains a consistent style and can be combined with many colors.
A selection of gray living rooms
Material of manufacture
A regular or transformable table for a living room can be made from a variety of materials, among which wood is especially popular.
Natural and environmentally friendly wood and its high-quality derivatives, such as MDF, chipboard and veneered boards, retain the warmth and texture of solid wood.
Table models that are made from several materials deserve special attention.
This can be a combination of a wooden or metal frame with countertops made of natural or artificial stone, tempered glass and specially treated metal.
Other colors
In the living room design
White color in the living room
Blue color in the living room
Dark living room design
How to make your own desk?
A modern desk can be made from two cabinets with drawers. To do this, you need to buy ready-made cabinets of the required height. Everyone can independently choose a cabinet to suit their height (for tall people, the cabinets should be higher).
Now you need to arrange the cabinets to the desired width (for obese people, you can move the cabinets very wide). We place the tabletop on top and attach it with staples to the cabinets. The table is ready. You can use not two cabinets on the sides, but three. The third cabinet should be placed in the middle - this will eliminate the deflection of the tabletop from the load.
For another version of this table, you will need a simple corner table and a couple of separate cabinets. The first step is to paint the table and cabinets white. Remove the side legs and hardware from the table. Then add brackets from the table to the cabinets. Now there's a brand new desk that looks better than ever.
