Planning is essential when moving to a new place or going through a renovation. Planning is more complex than listing what you want to apply, install or paint. Many things must be included, like the size dimensions, the blend of colors, the durability of the materials, and even the contractor’s skill level.
You’ll have to include plans for each room, and the living room is one of them. The living room is one of the essential rooms in your house due to its many functions, like spending time with the family, relaxing, reading, studying, and entertaining the guests, which means that planning the living room needs extra work. The planning must include all of these, from the materials used to selecting HVAC access doors and panels; you must complete all of these aspects.
Here are the things you need to consider in planning a living room
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Location
The living location is crucial because it will significantly affect your home’s design and usage. It is best to consider the adjacent rooms where your living room goes. Make sure that you place the living room perfectly so that you and your family members can easily access it, and your guests will take a gander at your beautifully set living room as they enter your house.
Construction
Now that you have decided on the location planning, the construction will occur. If you’re going to get a contractor to build your living room for you, get the best one out there. Make a checklist of what you need to find in a contractor and check its credentials, records, and background, and if all checks out, congratulations! You got yourself the perfect contractor for the job.
Here’s an example of a checklist for finding the perfect contractor for your project:
- Obtain multiple estimates
- A local contractor, if possible
- Review past projects
- Ask for a professional license
- Look at insurance and bonds, if they have any
As for the materials, here are things you should look out for to get the only the best for your living room:
Cost of the materials: If you’re on a budget, it’s best to get materials within your budget. Search for stores that offer the same materials as the other stores but are less expensive.
Source of the materials: Check first when the origin of your raw materials is legitimate and trustworthy. Check store reviews before buying from them so you can avoid shady dealers.
Availability: You must do this before buying in a particular store for your materials. This method prevents project delays, which is a big problem in construction, especially for those with strict due dates.
Durability and toughness: The materials used in the construction must possess durability, not only from physical but also from moisture, heat, corrosion, and environmental or climactic conditions. You must consider the location of the house and its climate so you can prepare the perfect materials for your living room.
Sustainability: Sustainable materials are the things you need for your project. Maintenance is acceptable for items made of sustainable materials, so if you buy materials, get sustainable ones.
Install only trusted HVAC systems for the living room’s ventilation so you, your family members, or guests can experience clean air and proper temperature.
Common types of HVAC systems:
Ducted HVAC Systems
- Split System
- Hybrid Split System
- Packaged Heating and Cooling
- Zoned System
Ductless HVAC Systems
- Duct-Free Mini-Split
- Hydronic Heating
- Portable Spot Cooler
- Portable Heat Pump
Furniture
In placing furniture in your living room, don’t just put any random piece there. Put ones that are fitting to the room in terms is measurements and design. You can do this by taking measures around the living room and ensuring it will fit perfectly.
The furniture in the living room must be what you and your guests usually use—like a couch, chaise couch, tables, and chairs. Electronic appliances must also fit the space, so install fans, an air conditioning unit, a television, and sound systems if you like so you and your guests are entertained while staying there.
Aesthetically Pleasing
Since the living room is where your guests will stay, you must make it aesthetically pleasing to the eye so that your guests can relax as they look at your beautiful and well-crafted living room. To learn about a room’s sizing, spaces, lines, form, and lighting, you should research interior design.
If researching or studying interior design is a hassle for you, there are professionals for these things. Look for these professionals around your area so getting in touch with them is no problem.
Final Thoughts
Planning a living room is not a walk in the park due to the number of work you must do. It would help if you took care of all the aspects of your planned construction project to make it a perfect living room for everyone, including the guests. So take this planning seriously.