Furniture Arranging

1. Furniture Arranging

2. NUMBER ONE ROOM CONSIDERATION: • FUNCTION Ever notice how some rooms feel warm and inviting and others feel cold and distant? Why? • Function of how a space will be usedAND is influenced by the use of the elements and principles of design • BUT ALSO influenced by…. unction F____ follows F_______ orm

3. Furniture Arrangement • The function of a room determines the selection and the arrangement of the furniture. • Efficient placement and use of space. • A Bed does not go in the dining room nor does a dining table go in a bedroom.

4. Furnishings for the 3 Zones -what would you choose? A.Living / Social • Conversation, recreation, dining, entertaining, hobbies, relaxing, TV / Movies, active play, games • Place Durable and easily maintained furniture B. Sleeping / Private / Quiet • Sleeping, bathing, dressing, storage, office C. Service / Work • Storage, work, space to spread out

5. 1stStep is to Analyze the Space • Observe the amount of space within the room and the contents of the room • Identify the traffic pattern of the room • How will room features and traffic flow affect placement? • Is there a focal point that can be used? • How will the furniture be used? • Identify the purpose of the room, how many people will use the space, as well as the room’s architectural features. • What activities will take place? • How much space is needed for each activity? • What basic furnishings will be needed for each activity? • How much space will the furnishings occupy? • Architectural features: fireplace, pillars, large picture windows

6. 1. Furnishing Guidelines • Group furniture according to activity. • Furniture is useful and multi-functional depending on where it is placed. • Furniture scale should be appropriate for the space available and the users of the furniture. • Is lighting adequate and well located? • Are there tables and shelves to rest things on?

7. Place large furniture first and then place the smaller furniture. • Large pieces of furniture should be placed parallel to walls – generally. • Everything does not have to be up against the wall. • Use anglefor variety.

8. Don’t overcrowd a room. Leave some open space for a feeling of airiness. • Minimum dining size for four people. • 80 square feet • Space required to seat 4 – 8 people and place a hutch and buffet in the room: • 180 square feet • Space around areas: Bed― 22” Dresser― 42” Closet― 33” Door― 33”

9. 2. Consider Mechanical, Electrical, and Architectural details • Such as air circulation vents, electrical outlets, TV cables, phone jacks, windows, doors, arches, cabinets, shelving, fireplaces, stairs…..

10. 3. Control Traffic Flow by Strategically Placing Furniture. • Traffic patterns should not interrupt activities within a room. • Redirect or restrict traffic flow by the furniture arrangement • Make sure there is adequate passing space for traffic areas. • Space clearances must allow for function and use. • *** Major = 4’- 6’ • *** Minor = 1.5 - 4’

11. 4. Room should always appear balanced • Opposite walls should lend visual weight, whether it be symmetrical or asymmetrical, so the room will feel balanced. • Visual mass is more important than dimensions (glass vs. wood table) • Consider Furniture, doors, windows, and fireplaces. • Furniture groupings • pair of matching sofas facing each other

12. 5. Identify a focal point in the room Group furniture in such a way that it accentuates the emphasis. Large pieces of furniture draw more attention and emphasis. If a room lacks a focal point, use a furniture, accessory, art, color, lighting, or an architectural feature as that focal point. window, paint, fireplace, rug, painting

13. 6. Plan for conversation areas in appropriate rooms. • Generally arrange seating in a circular pattern so that each person can see each other comfortably. Furniture Arrangement Clip

14. A. FURNITURE GROUPINGS

15. L Shaped Furniture Grouping

16. Parallel Furniture Grouping

17. B. Primary Conversation Grouping • Area where people will primarily be directed. • 8-12 feet is the ideal diameter for the primary conversation area

18. C. Secondary Grouping • Area used less, separate from the primary grouping, more intimate, smaller. • Secondary furniture grouping includes: • Seating for 2-3 people, a piano, a desk or a chair for one person

19. One room Three Ways – Kelly Edwards • http://on.aol.com/video/one-room-three-ways-517298747

20. One room three ways – very fast

22. Furnishing Assignments • Furnishing a Floor Plan - Obtain a floor plan - Add the Following Floor Plan Symbols: Lights / Lamps, 110 outlets, 220 outlets (for stove and dryer), TV cables, switches, phone jacks, doors, and storage areas. - Draw in black, trace furniture templates and arrange the furniture in each room according to the furniture arrangement guidelines.