Comments on: If You Have No Fireplace/mantle, What Else Can Be The Focal Point In A Tiny Living Room? Do I Even Need One?

By: afoxyfai

afoxyfai — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:30:24 +0000

the focal point should be the TV

By: Linda S

Linda S — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:18:28 +0000

If you want to expand the look of your room and you can’t afford the electric fireplace that is standard size sold at meijer sores in Michigan. for 200 dollars in a cedar wood which my husband would like to paint it a shiney black really slick to go under the large screen tv. The heatins system is very weak. but it it very pretty to look at…
Anyway may i suggest some kind of mirror centered in the middle of the wall to replace the idea of a warm looking fireplace.The more mirror the bigger the room appears. I love the look of people thinking there is a whole other room existing..Lol have fun.

By: mj

mj — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:43:47 +0000

Try adding shelves with accessories that match the theme you are using in the living room.A large mirror.signs.

By: rocky

rocky — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:03:53 +0000

Find an old camelback trunk at a flea market and hang a tapestry on the wall above it. Very shabby chic!

By: robynbik

robynbik — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 06:29:10 +0000

well i think you need to first give the living the the feeling of space, and second you focal point currnetly from my way of think its the tv and the stairs.
I wouldnt concider turning the room around and make th window more of a main feature, especially if the veiw outside is good- i.e a wood, back garden ..

By: Maui Girl

Maui Girl — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 04:57:56 +0000

Add a coffee table in front of the sofa and use it to display interesting items, a vase of fresh flowers, etc. A glass coffee table will keep the space “open”. Create visual impact by xeroxing favorite photos in black and white. Frame and hang for your own personal gallery. Drape a beautiful blanket over the couch and add coordinating throw pillows as accents. All of these require no long-term commitment, are easy to change and update, and all will create an interesting focal point. If you are feeling brave, try painting one wall in a bold or deep color. Accent walls are very current and dramatically change the look and feel of a room. I highly recommend the book “Home Rules” by Nate Berkus (and no, I have absolutely no affiliation with Nate or the publisher!) The book has tons of simple yet impactful ideas for every room in your house. There is even a chapter called “Small Spaces” which I bet would help inspire you!