Woman’s Day: 10 Commandments of Furniture Arranging
Get expert advice on the best way to position your furnishings
By Brynn Mannino Posted May 07, 2010 from WomansDay.com
When it comes to arranging furniture, there’s definitely more than one way to do things, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make mistakes. Home decorating is a recognized art, requiring careful calculation of both the space’s needs and the host’s tastes. While experts agree the surest way to a flawless room is trial and error, there are a few rules to keep in mind as you design your setup. So read on to find out what three home design pros say are the tricks of their trade.
1. Area Rugs Belong Under Furniture
Former HGTV host and celebrity designer Angelo Surmelis says that “you want to expose some flooring, but for the most part, go big—almost as big as the seating area, or whatever area you’re working with.” An undersize rug will make a small room seem smaller and a large room look disconnected. Place the rug underneath at least the first set of legs of your bed, couch or chairs to create a cohesive look, he explains. Los Angeles–based celebrity designer Nicole Sassaman agrees: “Rugs typically look better when all the furniture is on them.”
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