Living Room Layout for Long Narrow Room

Long and narrow living rooms can be tricky to decorate. With limited width and an extended length, you often face awkward furniture placement and unbalanced flow. This layout is designed to make narrow rooms feel connected, comfortable, and intentional—whether you're staging for resale or updating your own home.

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Why Long Narrow Living Room Layouts Matter

Rectangular spaces can either feel cozy and efficient—or tight and disjointed—depending on how the furniture is arranged. This pre-drawn template shows how you can guide traffic, maximize seating, and create symmetry using standard furnishings like sectionals, chairs, shelves, and TV stands.

Common Challenges in Narrow Room Layouts:

  • Limited walking space between furnishings
  • Disconnected furniture groupings
  • Poor television viewing angles
  • Minimal natural light reaching the back of the room
  • Overview

    Layout Highlights:

    • A corner sectional anchors one end of the room, defining the main seating zone
    • A TV stand is placed opposite the sectional for direct viewing
    • A coffee table and area rug create a visual anchor and gather the space
    • Two accent chairs and a small round side table fill the rear portion of the room for conversational flow
    • Built-in shelves add storage without crowding the entryway
    • Multiple windows ensure natural light filters into both halves of the room

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    FAQs

    Can I adjust the layout to fit my exact room size?

    Yes, ArcSite templates are fully customizable. You can scale the plan, reposition furniture, and tailor it to your unique space.

    Is ArcSite easy to use for beginners?

    Absolutely. ArcSite is built for users of all levels. With drag-and-drop tools and the AR Room Scanner, designing is simple and fast.

    What furniture works best in narrow living rooms?

    Modular sectionals, wall-mounted shelves, small-scale tables, and light, armless chairs tend to work well in longer, narrower spaces.