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Post by mc13 on Aug 2, 2017 6:21:49 GMT -6
So our living room is really long. It was originally a living room+den but the previous owners opened it all up. Now, we have this empty space in front of the fireplace that I don't know what to do with. I thought maybe a giant ottoman or two chairs with a small table but I cant decide. The rug there isn't staying. It was just an old one that fits the space for now. We have some time as this will be our Christmas present from the inlaws.
The first photo is from our entryway. Stairs to the far left, back on the left is a doorway to the kitchen. Second photo is from the dining room.
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Post by grumpycakes on Aug 2, 2017 6:30:25 GMT -6
What's the layout now? I can't tell what you have at the far end.
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Post by grumpycakes on Aug 2, 2017 6:33:05 GMT -6
I feel like I would want to put a couch in front of the fireplace. And put the table you have against the wall behind it so there's a clear path behind it to the doorways.
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Post by mc13 on Aug 2, 2017 6:33:42 GMT -6
What's the layout now? I can't tell what you have at the far end. Eventually we will add a love seat under the windows where the recliner is and repurpose the recliner to the office/guest room.
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Post by pbandj714 on Aug 2, 2017 6:40:43 GMT -6
I'd almost leave it decently clear for now with 3 littles running around. Maybe a little kiddie table in front of the fireplace for them to sit and play/eat/whatever. Perhaps an armchair near the fireplace as a cozy reading nook?
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Post by mc13 on Aug 2, 2017 6:48:03 GMT -6
I feel like I would want to put a couch in front of the fireplace. And put the table you have against the wall behind it so there's a clear path behind it to the doorways. That's an interesting thought. I didn't even think of a couch. Once the girls go down for nap, I'll start looking for some inspiration pics online.
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Post by mc13 on Aug 2, 2017 6:49:55 GMT -6
I'd almost leave it decently clear for now with 3 littles running around. Maybe a little kiddie table in front of the fireplace for them to sit and play/eat/whatever. Perhaps an armchair near the fireplace as a cozy reading nook? Right now, it's used as a runway for E and A with their walkers+our diaper changing area. Lol we do have a play room so I'd prefer keeping as much in there as possible.
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Post by milano on Aug 2, 2017 7:06:22 GMT -6
The fireplace looks cozy so I'd want something comfy in front of it- maybe an oversized loveseat with a console table behind it. Something that you sink into.
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Post by grumpycakes on Aug 2, 2017 7:14:22 GMT -6
The fireplace looks cozy so I'd want something comfy in front of it- maybe an oversized loveseat with a console table behind it. Something that you sink into. Yes to this if a couch is too big. With a couple of end tables for drinks and an ottoman.
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Post by sarenu on Aug 2, 2017 8:02:34 GMT -6
And I'd suggest mounting the tv on the wall.
Not for the whole falling on kids problem, but because little fingers love to touch it and push it to see.
When C and E started using ours as a touch screen, my husband was very motivated to get it mounted above their reach.
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Post by milano on Aug 2, 2017 8:06:56 GMT -6
And I'd suggest mounting the tv on the wall. Not for the whole falling on kids problem, but because little fingers love to touch it and push it to see. When C and E started using ours as a touch screen, my husband was very motivated to get it mounted above their reach. Yes as someone who's 55 inch TV was recently broken by their toddler, I highly recommend wall mounting.
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Post by Dramaphile on Aug 2, 2017 8:10:54 GMT -6
And I'd suggest mounting the tv on the wall. Not for the whole falling on kids problem, but because little fingers love to touch it and push it to see. When C and E started using ours as a touch screen, my husband was very motivated to get it mounted above their reach. J is very anti-wall mounting. I have a feeling his opinion will change...
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Post by sarenu on Aug 2, 2017 8:16:36 GMT -6
And I'd suggest mounting the tv on the wall. Not for the whole falling on kids problem, but because little fingers love to touch it and push it to see. When C and E started using ours as a touch screen, my husband was very motivated to get it mounted above their reach. Yes as someone who's 55 inch TV was recently broken by their toddler, I highly recommend wall mounting. Ouch. C likes to throw things (we are working on it), so we could still end up with a broken TV. We jokingly suggested getting a mounted wire cage for it so that we wouldn't have issues.
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Post by mc13 on Aug 2, 2017 8:24:51 GMT -6
And I'd suggest mounting the tv on the wall. Not for the whole falling on kids problem, but because little fingers love to touch it and push it to see. When C and E started using ours as a touch screen, my husband was very motivated to get it mounted above their reach. Yes, it's on our to do list. My dad is going to do it for us when they visit in a few weeks for the twins' birthday.
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Post by mc13 on Aug 2, 2017 8:25:30 GMT -6
And I'd suggest mounting the tv on the wall. Not for the whole falling on kids problem, but because little fingers love to touch it and push it to see. When C and E started using ours as a touch screen, my husband was very motivated to get it mounted above their reach. Yes as someone who's 55 inch TV was recently broken by their toddler, I highly recommend wall mounting. Oh no! That sucks.
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Post by tj on Aug 2, 2017 8:41:34 GMT -6
I think you should get 2 giant "love sack" bean bags and a bright, fluffy shag rug. JMO.
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Post by Dramaphile on Aug 2, 2017 9:04:22 GMT -6
I think you should get 2 giant "love sack" bean bags and a bright, fluffy shag rug. JMO. I want a Love Sack or two sooooo bad
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Post by chickypoo2468 on Aug 2, 2017 17:29:20 GMT -6
I would do half living room half play area, unless you already have a play area. But then I might do it anyway just to keep the clutter away from the sitting area and because apparently my kids need to play where I am.
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