Is it better to place the sofa under or in front of the window?

When you have to choose the right sofa for your living room, in addition to the size, model, fabric and style, you should also carefully plan its placement in the room. Here are some tips for choosing the perfect sofa position in the living area.

In order to find the right sofa position, it is necessary to refer to certain factors characteristic of the room: its size, the position of any windows and doors, the presence of a television and much more. Below are some tips and ideas that will guide you in choosing the perfect sofa position in the living room.

How to position the sofa in relation to the TV

In general, the sofa should always be placed in a position in front of the TV, to guarantee absolute comfort and visibility. A very important element to consider is also the distance between the TV set and the sofa. A bad arrangement, whether too close or too far away, can hamper visibility or, even worse, damage the view. To calculate the correct distance, you can refer to the size of the TV set: for example, if you have a 32-inch HD TV, the distance must be at least 1.20 metres. Finally, another element to consider is the ideal height of the TV according to the sofa. A good idea would be to place the TV set in special TV cabinets: these allow you to adjust the height of the TV set to your liking and needs, but also to enhance the surroundings.

Pezzani Movie TV Stand

Various design solutions of TV furniture are available in the Arredare Moderno catalogue. Among these, the Movie Pezzani TV stand features an ecological laminate structure, equipped with removable doors and panels. The cabinet is supported by two tempered glass panels that divide the space. It is therefore an ideal solution for a modern and classy living area.

How to position the sofa in relation to doors and windows

Positioning the sofa under or in front of the window is a particular and very elegant solution. The latter, however, can only be adopted when there is no television. It can happen, in fact, that if the sofa is positioned in front of the TV but parallel to the window, the natural light that penetrates can obstruct the viewing of the film. Alternatively, in the case where there is no television present, placing the furniture under or next to the central window is an excellent idea for the living area. The natural light, which in other cases can be a source of annoyance, here is capable of enhancing and enhancing the environment, making it more welcoming and chic.

Linear sofa: placement and advice

The linear sofa is one of the most typical solutions when planning the furnishing of a living area. Thanks to its versatility, in fact, it is a piece of furniture that is easy to position and fit into the overall context. If the room is not very large, it can be placed beside a wall or under a window. Alternatively, if the size of the room is not a problem, one could place the sofa in the centre of the living room, thus making it the central element of the entire design. In this case, however, the choice of model, style and aesthetics become of fundamental importance: in fact, the sofa will be the absolute protagonist of the entire environment.

Zenit Désirée 2 and 3 seater linear sofa

The Zenit Désirée 2 or 3 seater linear sofa, present on Arredare Moderno, is an ideal linear sofa solution for an elegant and modern living area. It has a solid wood structure covered with a removable layer of leather or fabric. In addition to being a perfect fusion of comfort and elegance, the article is very versatile, thanks to the vast choice of colours and finishes.

Corner sofa: placement and advice

The corner sofa is an ideal furnishing accessory for large and spacious environments. A good idea could be to position it near a wall in order to create a more intimate space or, alternatively, it can be used as a furnishing accessory to delimit the spaces of a possible open space or loft. The corner sofa could also be placed in the wall under the window: this is a particular option that requires a good evaluation of the distance between the floor and the window, so as never to obstruct the passage.

Savoye Désirée corner sofa with chaise longue

A perfect design example of corner sofas for the living area is the Savoye Désirée corner sofa with chaise longue. Available in the Arredare Moderno catalogue, it has a solid wood structure covered with fabric or leather upholstery. The sofa is characterised by an essential and linear design, suitable for enhancing the modern style of the surroundings.