Living Room Furniture Blog UK – Modern Sofas, TV Units, Coffee Tables & Storage Ideas

April 23, 2015

3 Questions To Ask Before You Choose An LCD TV Stand

If you are wondering how to choose an LCD stand, there aren't many things to consider before you can come to a decision. Even though there are plenty of LCD stand models , there are just three questions you will have to ask yourself before you can make up your mind about the stand that would perfectly fit into your environment. They go as follows: What is your main interior theme? This is one of the primary questions that determine your choice of an LCD TV stand model. If, for example, you are trying to create a traditional environment in your room, you should definitely stick to wooden furniture. There are hundreds of possible models to choose from, so you will also have to define the shade you are looking for. Normally, wood shades vary from very light to dark hues, so the colour palette to consider is quite impressive. Contemporary interiors, on the other hand, will greatly benefit from tempered glass stands. Glass stands are relatively neutral for any colour palette; plus, many of them are made of tinted glass – so it will not be difficult to find the exact shade you need. Another option would be to go with a high gloss...

April 22, 2015

6 Creative Approaches To Designing A Small Room

Designing a small room in a stylish and efficient manner is an art. On the whole, your primary goal while working with limited space can be described in four simple words - utilize every cubic centimeter. There are several creative ways to make the most out of any room, and some of the obvious ones include: Fitted storage units Fitted storage units are great solutions for a variety of rooms. Not only a bedroom, but also a living or a dining room can feature one of those. And, if you have niches in your bathroom, for example, you should definitely turn them into storage cabinets - this way, the basic principle of utilizing every cubic centimeter you have will be closely observed. Utilizing your corners Most homeowners do not utilize their corners; yet, if your space is limited, you should not make the same mistake. A corner TV stand in the living room might not fit into your picture of a classic decoration scheme; yet, it is definitely a space efficient solution that leaves a lot of room for yourself. Corner cabinets are another example of great interior solutions for the widest range of rooms - they are compact, while at the same time...

April 22, 2015

Coffee Table With Book Storage: Another Way To Optimize Your Room Space

A successful approach to interior decoration combines impeccable style and great functionality. Every little item in your house / apartment should not only be nice to look at - it should also have a purpose of its own. This is particularly so for apartments - after all, most of them are not very spacious, so one has to do everything it takes to optimize the available space. For this matter, even the smallest furniture items should have double or even triple functionality. A coffee table with book storage is one of such examples. Its integration into a living room can prove very beneficial for limited space rooms. Yet, before you start looking, take some time to weigh over what kind of model you need. Functionality Shelves – one of the classic coffee table with book storage models presupposes a shelf under the table surface. This is a very interior-friendly solution, which means that you can safely purchase such tables – regardless of your main interior theme. However, it does not exactly fly by homeowners who would like to keep their items hidden – books included. Drawers – drawers, on the other hand, will give you a chance to store some of your possessions...

April 22, 2015

4 Advantages Of A Coffee Table With Hidden Storage

Are your pens, chargers, and magazines still scattered all over the living room? Perhaps, it is time to find a permanent solution and get rid of this mess once and for all. Coffee table with hidden storage can be one of the potential solutions. There are plenty of models to choose from, and each of them offers its own unique approach to interior decoration. If you want to make your living room not only stylish, but also highly functional, here are some things you should know about coffee tables that feature hidden storage compartments. Elegant and unobtrusive interior solution Storage units are essential for any house or apartment. Yet, it is not always easy to find an item that would look stylish, unusual, and compact. A coffee table with hidden storage, on the contrary, looks nice and features a new approach to storage capacity. You would not know that something might be actually kept at this table – it looks exactly like a table and nothing else. This ‘hidden’ functionality is a very creative approach to interior decoration – no need to attract attention to the items where you store your personal possessions. Variety of shapes and designs to choose from When one imagines...

April 21, 2015

Coffee Tables For A Narrow Room: Possible Design Patterns

Decorating a narrow room can be a bit challenging, as you have to carefully weigh over the dimensions of every furniture piece. Ideally, you should try and make your room more proportional - visually at least. The task is particularly challenging if it is the living room you have to decorate. On the one hand, it should have all the necessary furniture items; on the other one, you have to make sure that there is no cluster and nothing stands in your way. A coffee table , for example, is one of the classic elements in any living room but integrating it into narrow premises can become a problem. Fortunately, there are no problems without a solution. Here are several suggestions on coffee tables for a narrow room that might prove useful: Compact wooden coffee tables The main advantage of any wooden furniture is that it looks compact – most of the times, of course. Plus, wood is still one of the most popular materials, so finding a model that would fit into your dimensions will be relatively easy. If you want a table to look as compact as possible, you should look for combinations of wooden base and glass surface. High gloss extending coffee...

April 21, 2015

6 Pluses Of A Coffee Table With Nesting Stools

A coffee table with nesting stools is an amazing solution for any living room interior. First of all, such sets are available in many designs and materials, and next – they are very compact, so it is possible to include them even in the space-limited rooms. In fact, limited space living room can really benefit from a set featuring a coffee table with nesting stools, as it offers a chance to downside on a sofa – if you want to, of course. The major advantages of the set include: Space efficiency The biggest and the most obvious advantages of a coffee table with nesting stools is its incredible space efficiency. Having a set of items that perfectly fit one under the other in a limited space living room is dream come true! The exact size of the set will surely depend on your room dimensions – some tables may be bigger, the others – smaller, yet the basic point stands – such sets can fit into any room. Stylish contemporary design The design does not look trite, which makes it a perfect addition to a contemporary living room. If you grew tired of classic wooden tables with shelves, round glass table surfaces and other...

April 21, 2015

Why Look For Coffee Tables With Ottomans That Pull Out?

Sometimes, it is the small things that make a living room unique. Coffee tables with ottomans that pull out can be one of those things. They come in the variety of designs and sizes, yet there is one thing all of these sets have in common - all of them offer a space efficient and stylish solution to living room decoration – no matter what interior you have in mind, or which particular model you are looking for. Possible designs Possible designs are plenty, and some of the most popular ones include: Wooden table with cushioned ottomans – such an arrangement will be a perfect for traditional interiors, featuring a lot of wooden furniture items. The designs are plenty, so you will be able to choose wood shade and type that would fit into your interior. The colour and the material of cushions can also be adjusted to your interior requirements. Glass table with leather ottomans – this is a more stylish and less traditional solution. However, it still has the classic look and feel, which means that a set like this can be integrated practically into any interior. Glass is a very neutral material that can be combined with anything; so is the...

April 21, 2015

Small Oak Coffee Table With Shelf: Wise Solution For Any Interior

Want to keep your glossy magazines at hand when you are enjoining an occasional cup of coffee in your living room? Well, in this case, a small coffee table with shelf is exactly what you are looking for. Differently form the majority of coffee tables featuring glass, chrome, and metal, small oak coffee table with a shelf turns an old interior decoration classic into a new adventure, creating unique atmosphere in a living room and making your interior truly unforgettable. Its advantages include: Appropriate for any room size & shape The major advantage of small furniture is that it can fit into any apartment. Plus, most oak coffee tables with shelves are rectangular or square – that is, they are designed in an unobtrusive shape that can easily blend into any interior arrangement, no matter which furniture items you already have in the living room, and no matter which shape this particular room has. Has plenty of available designs and colours Small oak coffee tables with shelves can be bulky, rustic, or fancily carved and elegant – the choice is up to you. Ideally, you should base your choice on the interior decoration theme in your living room. For example, a simple down to...

April 21, 2015

Choosing A Coffee Table You Can Put Photos In

Today, storage is everything. We keep so many little (and not so little) things in our homes that space optimization becomes one of the most pressing issues when it comes to interior decoration. Present-day furniture manufacturers are keen on turning any object into a storage unit. Take, for example, a coffee table you can put photos in. A seemingly trifle detail that does not offer a lot of additional storage space, a coffee table like this may still increase your home storage capacity - even if the difference will not be big. If you find such an option appealing, here are some things you will have to consider: Exposed vs hidden storage Coffee tables you can put photos in can have either hidden of exposed storage. Here, a lot will depend on the particular functionality you are looking for. If, for example, you do not mind having your stored photos, papers, magazines or any other objects in sight, you can always go with a traditional coffee table design – a low functional shelf under the table surface. This is one of the most classic, wide spread approaches, which is why a model like this will look great in any room or interior....

April 21, 2015

4 Steps To Integrating An Illuminated Coffee Table Into Your Interior

Illuminated coffee table with LED lights can create a very stylish atmosphere in your living room; however, you should be very careful while integrating such a bright and eye-catching furniture piece into your environment – like any other ultra-modern furniture solution, illuminated coffee table requires some out-of-the-box thinking while working on your living room décor. You should not rush for a credit card until you carefully consider your environment and come up with an end-picture of what you would like your living room to be. For starters, you should: Consider the space you have to work with Before buying any furniture piece, you have to objectively evaluate the space you have to work with. Even though a coffee table is not one of the most space-consuming furniture items, bright illumination catches the eye. If your room is small, such a table may draw too much attention, which is not very good. Yet, in a spacious room that features few decorative elements, a table like this will look right in place. Make sure your interior has matching decor elements Do not forget that all of the furniture items in one room should be carefully tied together. Matching furniture is of the essence, because your LED...