When you stand in front of a large and bright horizontal hall, will you be immersed in the freedom and possibilities of space? But wouldn't you be surprised if I told you that an irregular, cleverly designed living room is more practical than this traditional spacious space? Let me take you back to a scene: imagine that you walk into a large square living room, you might be looking forward to finding a cozy nook and immersing yourself in a soft sofa and enjoying the spaciousness.
However, fantasy is fantasy after all, and reality often brings us unexpected surprises. A friend I met who caught my eye in the living room of his house. This is not an ordinary boxy living room, but an irregular space dramatically divided by full-to-top cabinets. At first glance, you might think it's a design flaw, but as I dig deeper, I realize that there are many practical secrets hidden in such a design.
Let's explore these secrets: First, the cabinet replaces the traditional wall, which not only makes the space flexible, but also increases the possibility of double-sided use. You can enjoy a home cinema on one side, while the other side can be transformed into a huge storage space. Moreover, for the sake of detail and ease of cleaning, the floor uses a clever combination of tiles and wooden floors, and their joints are carefully treated.
Next, we see a whole row of low cabinets that extend from the window to the TV stand, which not only provides extra storage space, but also turns into a temporary seat when needed. Isn't it both practical and user-friendly, and for those who are worried about the lack of storage in the entryway, the designers have a trick up their sleeve. The open design on the side not only provides a place to keep things at hand, but also adds a sense of class to the home. What's even more exciting is that through the division of the cabinet, we can also get an independent relaxation area.
If you have an almost obsessive pursuit of storage, then a whole cabinet will definitely satisfy you. What's more, there's plenty of space to reserve a bed, so if you want to convert it into a second bedroom in the future, you'll have no problem at all. Clever designers even took into account the wide and narrow changes. The cabinet shared in the living room can be cleverly set up with a storage room or cloakroom, and the outside is covered by a hidden door to keep the wall clean and beautiful.
Finally, if you want to create a more casual atmosphere by the window, then the floor may be the way to go. Put a few cushions or a lazy sofa in this small raised space and it will become the most comfortable corner of the family. For families with children, it can even be turned into a dedicated children's play area.
In this way, the well-designed irregular living room not only provides a functional activity space for the family, but also increases the possibility of storage, and more importantly, it makes the home more orderly and warm. If your home has a similar layout, you may wish to refer to this design, and perhaps, you will find that such an irregular living room is the perfect choice for your life. So, the next time you face your own big living room, you might as well think about whether you can break the traditional thinking mode and try some new design solutions.
Perhaps, like me, you will have a new understanding and appreciation of "irregularity".