15 Ways to Arrange Furniture in an Open Floor Plan

Open-concept floor plans are all the rage right now. While having taller ceilings and fewer walls make your digs feel lighter, brighter and bigger, it can also pose a few challenges when it's time to arrange furniture. Here are some products and design concepts that will help get things moving.

Modular furniture gives you lots of versatility and flexibility. Because it can be split up into smaller pieces, it's easier to move. That means you can change things up at a moment's notice without a lot of hassle. Kids having a slumber party and wanting to hang out in front of the TV? No problem! Split the sofa up, then push the pieces into the corners of the room. Modular furniture can also change with your lifestyle, so transforming a couple of loveseats into a cozy sectional as your family grows is a snap.

If you do a lot of entertaining, an oversized U-shape sectional could be just what you need to create a cozy lounge feel. The shape of the sofa itself really delineates the space, so it's also a good choice for floating in the middle of a room. Add a few stools or ottomans into the mix if you like to throw big parties; they can serve double duty as seating or a spot to place a drink in a pinch.

Open floor plans can be just as quirky as any other layout. Sometimes a narrow space is light and bright but placing furniture in it can be a bear. That's when the long sofa comes into play. It's not only chic and sophisticated, it'll provide plenty of seating whether you're hosting an HOA meeting or a girls' night.