Corner fireplaces can be a charming feature. But they also come with design challenges. If you have a corner fireplace and are struggling to make it work in your room, here are three corner fireplace living room ideas and design solutions you can try!
Tip 1: Create a functional layout.
The diagonal placement of a corner fireplace often disrupts the natural flow of a room and makes it hard to figure out where to put your sofa, chairs, or TV. You might end up with furniture that doesn’t feel grounded or a layout that makes conversation awkward.
Instead of fighting the angle, embrace it.
Place a chair or small piece of furniture on one side of the fireplace and your couch parallel with the fireplace’s angle. If you have a rug, place this the same direction as your couch, like in the picture below. This works great for small spaces.
Or, pretend it isn’t there (for a few minutes).
For bigger rooms, you may need a different approach. Try treating your fireplace like an accent and don’t arrange your layout around it. Set up the room with an L, U, or H shape, and try to leave a natural opening to the fireplace. Custom rugs can be modified to fit around your corner fireplace.
Tip 2. Choose a clear focal point.
A corner fireplace can compete with other major elements in the room like a large window, a TV stand, or built-in shelving. Instead of enhancing the room, it splits your attention and leaves you unsure where to anchor your design. Before making any changes, decide what you want to draw the most attention in the room.
Then design around it.
If you chose the fireplace, try mounting the TV (if you have one) above the fireplace or hang a large picture or mirror. Add decor around the fireplace to style it, and avoid large or heavy pieces of furniture on the nearby walls that would compete for attention.
Tip 3. Style the corners with purpose.
Use plants, layered art, or intentionally placed decor to fill in tricky corners and wall space around the fireplace without overcrowding it. Less is more! Keep it simple with just a few intentional objects, like a basket or stylish fireplace tools if it’s a wood burning fireplace.
Bonus Tip 4: Use stylish fireplace tools.
If you have a wood burning fireplace, odds are you have some fireplace tools close by. Why not make them stylish? Unique, stylish fireplace accessories can really set the tone. Here are a few favorites I found this week!
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- Minimalist Gold Fire Tool Set
- Black Minimalist Fire Tool Set
- Gold Fireplace Screen
- Black Fireplace Screen
- Black Single Handle Wood Holder
- Black Open Wood Holder
- Modern Black Wood Carrier
Corner Fireplace Living Room Ideas: Interior Design Tips
Making a corner fireplace work doesn’t mean you have to redesign your whole room. It just means being a little more intentional. Whether you’re embracing the angle, choosing a focal point, or filling the awkward spaces with purposeful decor, small changes can make a big impact. You don’t need a massive renovation to love your layout again.
- Tip 1: Create a functional layout.
- Tip 2. Choose a clear focal point.
- Tip 3. Style the corners with purpose.
Try one of these corner fireplace living room ideas and see how it feels. Play around, rearrange, experiment a little. It might surprise you how good your space can look with just a few smart tweaks.
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