There are several sofa layouts to choose from. The right layout depends on the shape and size of your living room. Do you want a cosy seating area, an open and airy feel, or a space to chill with friends? Choose the layout that best suits your space and how you use it.
Free-standing in the room
The sofa is placed away from the walls, freely in the room. This layout is usually only possible in larger living rooms and creates an open, spacious feel.
Against the wall
Place your sofa directly against a wall — often used in narrow living rooms. If you have enough space, leave 20–30 cm between the sofa and the wall and add a wall shelf in between. Use it for decoration or lighting.
Facing each other
If your sofa is mainly for conversation or entertaining guests, place two sofas directly opposite each other with a coffee table in between. This layout creates symmetry and balance in the room.
L-shaped layout (corner layout)
An L-shaped layout creates a cosy seating area with a view of the TV or fireplace. You can use one corner sofa or two straight sofas. It offers plenty of seating without taking up too much space.
U-shaped layout
Using three sofas or a modular sofa, you can create a U-shaped layout for maximum seating comfort. Perfect for large families or if you often have guests. Just note that this layout only works well in spacious rooms — in smaller spaces, it can feel cramped.
