Your living room should be a haven of comfort, gathering, and style. Yet even well‑meant layouts can feel off if basic layout mistakes sneak in. Here are five frequent missteps—and simple ways to fix them:

Cluttering the space

Overstuffing a room with sofas, tables, and accessories can make even a generous space feel cramped. Leave at least 45 cm of breathing room between major furniture pieces to create balance and flow.

Ignoring traffic paths

If people must weave around furniture to get from A to B, your layout isn’t working. Aim for pathways of roughly 60–90 cm so movement feels natural and unobstructed.

All furniture pushed to walls

It may seem spacious, but this leaves the room feeling disconnected. Instead, pull sofas and chairs away from walls, arranging them around a central focus like a fireplace, television, or stylish coffee table.

Competing focal points

Having multiple focal areas—TV on one wall, fireplace on another—splits attention. Choose one main focal point and support it with secondary accents like framed art or a decorative rug.

One‑level lighting

Relying on a single ceiling light flattens the aesthetic. Introduce layers of lighting—floor lamps, table lamps, and perhaps LED accents—to enhance ambience and depth.

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By steering clear of common layout pitfalls—and letting MK Electrics Ltd manage your wiring, lighting, and electrical needs—you’ll create a safe, functional, and inviting living room you’ll love.