Tiny room is cramped with big furniture

Posted October 30, 2016 6:00 am

By Cindy Walk of Fox Lake

We have two special needs kids with no time or money to update. Our couch is broken and we made a computer desk out of two-by-fours.

Our living room is so small we don't know what to do to make it more functional and organized. Thank you for considering us for the makeover.

Design by Steinhafels

Budget: $10,000 plus

The family room contains overstuffed furniture that is larger scale. The furniture could be condensed to allow for extra seating by using a small-scale sectional. Adding a functional piece would allow you to store the kids' toys and hide some of the clutter. Using closed end tables will also allow for additional hidden storage.

Suggestions:

• Add a sectional that is proportionate to the scale of the room and a TV stand with closed storage.

• Add end tables for lighting and additional storage. A functional desk for the kids to do homework could coordinate with the other accent pieces.

• The room needs a small task-lighting lamp to complement the look and a large piece of art for above the sectional to add color and excitement into the casual space.

• The area rug is plush and I left the floor space open for the kids to play on the floor and enjoy the space. A cocktail ottoman can be added for "kick your feet up and relax" moments. It could have storage for blankets and other items.

A Steinhafels designer suggests this room layout with a smaller sectional.

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