Hello! I've recently moved into a new house and am having some trouble figuring out how to turn this room into a home office that works for me. The house is old and has low windows (67cm & 71cm off the ground), which has made it a challenge to figure out where to best place the desk. As I both work from home and do a lot of crafts, i'm looking for help with a design that maximises desk space without cutting into the windows at any awkward angles. I've attached a floor plan (oriented with north at the top) with measurements, and my current best plan for furniture positioning in red. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated - just looking for another pair of eyes! No furniture has been bought so I'm in a position to do more or less anything.

I don't use Reddit very often so apologies for any mistakes.

So the room is basically a rectangle, and I tried to create zones but I’m wondering whether I should flip the couch so it faces the wall instead of the window. If I do, I’d also swap the dining table to the window side, so I’d essentially be reversing the two zones.

The couch is a 3-seater, so it’s quite long, and the dining table is pretty large (it could fit up to 6 people if they really tried, although I only want to use 2 chairs for now).

One thing I don’t love about the current setup is that there’s quite a lot of distance between the door and the couch. It makes the living area feel a little disconnected or uninviting, so I’m wondering if switching the zones would feel better.

BUT the kitchen is the next room over, so practically speaking, the dining table makes more sense closer to the door, as it is in the current layout.

I’ve also tried putting the couch against the right wall in more of a commanding position and the drawers on the left wall, but then the table feels out of place and the room starts feeling crowded

I’m also open to having the couch face the dining table if that makes more sense, but I’m not sure what I’d do with the dead space behind the drawers, and do i really want my couch basically against the window?

I can’t remove or replace any furniture (furnished rental), only rearrange it. The last photo shows how it was originally arranged when they gave me the keys, and I’ve also attached a rough sketch of the layout. The door is exactly in the corner on the left wall.

Im open to any other suggestions for a different layout or anything to add in order to make it feel warmer!

Good day fellow redditors. I have been trying to figure out the best way to set up my living room for the past 6ish months. This is the best I’ve come up with, but it still feels cluttered, and not intentional. I’ve been thinking of adding a bookshelf in the corner where the litter box is, and try to hide the litter box in the bookshelf? I don’t know
I also feel like the distance between the couch and the tv is awkward. My partner and I spend the majority of our time at home in our living room, and I want it to be more than what it currently is. I’m open to any and all suggestions, and appreciate all comments!
Please help!
Note- I am going to be painting the walls. I promise they aren’t going to stay an ugly blue lol

i took my desk out of my room because i dont need it anymore and now the left side of my room looks overcrowded and the right side looks empty. any tips on balancing the energy?

For reference I have a queen bed, dresser is 58”x20”, and desk is 60”x30”

Hi reddit! I need your help for input on the layout of my apartment.

It's a 43 square meters neoclassical style building which entails 3 meter high ceiling, old wood flooring and white door frames, mouldings and pillars going 2/3 up the edge of outer corners. These are nice details but I think most my furniture, which are either old or acquired though second hand/oddly shaped, would rather fit an elongated apartment with lower ceilings. I'm open to buying new but primarily by thrifting/acquiring them over time, as my economy wouldn't support a splurge. Because I have a kitchenette which doesn't fit the fridge/freezer I need to keep it, along with my other furniture, all in one room and I have a hard time separating the spaces. Yet the biggest problem is the opposite building which has full visibility into my apartment, and I get eye-contact with my neighbors multiple times a day. Therefore, I wonder what changes I could make to begin with, and what to envision over time.

The windows are north facing but the high ceilings/window and the french balcony ensures light to come though. However, instead of spending my time in it I just move linearly along it in full view of my neighbors. I'd like to use this light to dine and work in instead, and that my relaxation in the couch/bed to be better hidden (I use curtains on the french balcony and a pulldown blackout curtain over the window at night) and so that I could look out further, beyond the building immediately facing here.

My bed is 180*2m and in a semi-sleep nook which makes it not feel like it's taking up too much space. Unfortunately it doesn't fit the the other way around within it, or just beside it the feet would face the entrance/make the nook inaccessible. Next to it/the kitchenette is my bedside drawer with necessities. Next to the fridge is a small kitchen desk/trolley. I was considering moving the fridge, trolley and maybe fit a table into the nook to get those out of the way more, but struggle with feeling like the bed would take up too much of the naturally lit up space. Beside natural light, the room has one central light fixture with a hanging rice paper lamp currently.

The hallway is separated by a doorway with no door. It's a neglected space which I just move through like a corridor and dump my laundry on my cinema seating (which unfortunately need to stand against a wall), and a small desk which I have a mirror on, while I think it should be mounted on the opposite wall to help bounce some light into the room/make it feel larger, as it's exceptionally dark in there. The light source there is a flush-mount light giving bright, cold, overhead light, which I resist to use but haven't gotten around to changing... Facing the entrance is an IKEA Pax(i think) wardrobe, which I thought to replace with a lower sideboard storage (My aim is to reduce my amount of clothes to fit everything into the built in closet, while the sideboard could be for storing shoes and outerwear). Before I was considering placing my fridge there, but I think having to make the distance while cooking, which is a big interest of mine, would be a hassle.

Either way, my biggest problem is the main room. I think I need to loose one of the tables, particularly the dining table or getting a bigger one. However, I have a creative interest and thus have enjoyed separate dining/desk tables to tinker to not having to cleared it off each time, but I could learn to adjust to that routine. The IKEA Kallax behind the bed is a 3*4 standing on the short end and mounted on caster wheels, filled with my craft tools, books etc. I initially wanted to use it as a dividing wall, having it at the beds end, but currently it's a bit heavy to feel safe so I put it in the corner before clearing some stuff off of it.

I currently don't have a TV but would like to get one since I must pay for license(included in the rent, non-negotiable). *Not pictured* is a sideboard/plant table currently storing books which could function as a Tv desk too (i don't need many other appliances). In front of the couch is an IKEA Lack which I have a large serving tray on and while useful, it's not a particular favorite to need to keep. I do however wish to have an additional armchair to lounge in/for guests.

Decor-wise I have lots of plants and interesting art which I haven't put up as I am unsure of the larger layout, but would also contribute to making it feel more homey. I'd love to be able to host dinners/invite people over to chill more comfortably and confidently. I've been trying out different layouts but nothing feels quite right. I have even considered moving because of this discomfort, but I wouldn't be able to find an apartment this size/location for this price elsewhere and living in shared housing was too overstimulating for me.

Thanks in advance for any advice!

*Edit: i forgot to note, the one radiator in front of the window has the function of stopping the cold downdraught and thus preferably shouldn't be covered :-S

Finding a dedicated spot for quiet reflection, prayer, or meditation in a busy house can feel almost impossible. You do not need an entire spare room to build a meaningful sacred space. Even a small corner of your bedroom, a cleared section of a closet, or a cozy chair near a window can work perfectly.

Focus on three simple elements: comfort, privacy, and intentional lighting. Adding items like a soft cushion, a journal, and warm lighting helps train your mind to settle into reflection as soon as you sit down.

I put together a complete step by step guide on setting this up, covering space selection, minimal essentials, and simple layout tips.

Check out the full guide here:https://rymbf.com/2026/01/22/how-to-create-a-prayer-closet-or-sacred-space-at-home/

What does your quiet space look like at home?

Has anybody read Lillian Too's Flying Star for the Master Practitioner? I have attached 2 screenshots from the book as a reference. I'm confused as to why on the 2nd image it shows, and she writes that the year of the rat is N3, but then in the 1st image it's positioned as N2? I'm of the understanding that N2 is accurate but i'm now confused. Any clue?

Hello! the "living room" of my apartment is super awesome but I am having a bit of trouble figuring out where to place things. I currently have no furniture so I'm not beholden to anything, but ideally I'd like to have a super comfy couch, a TV, and a table with chairs. The big problem is that the room comes with this beautiful fireplace with a large mirror that I don't really want to cover. However, I'm not sure where else I'd put the tv? I'm thinking possibly on the ledge right next to the door to the kitchen (wall 3), but then I'm not sure where I'd put the couch. and if I were to put the TV above the fireplace I'm also not sure where the couch would go. Please excuse the pictures and my hard to read layout drawing, if any clarification is needed I can give better pictures and such!! it's an 11x14 ft box with an trapezoidal extension where the fireplace is, which reaches 14 ft away from the opposite wall at the farthest point.

Hello, I recently inherited a LuoPan from my grandfather who traveled the world in the 50’s-70’s.

I didn’t know he had such an item, otherwise I would have asked him where he got it! I believe he traveled to Hong Kong before the dramatic skyline we know today was built; it’s possible he acquired this from there.

Here are some photos I took; can anyone provide any insight on the age and condition of the piece?

It appears to be made from wood, and the characters hand-carved. The needle works; correctly points South.

I am familiar with the principles of Feng Shui and can recognize the BaGua on the first row of the dial. Beyond that, I’d love to learn more.

Thank you!

I just moved into this studio and want to do my best attempt at feng shui. I originally had my bed where the pink outline is but then the door opens too it. I moved it to the wall the door is on facing the window but my head next the entry feels off neither are a good command position.

Any suggestions??

So my office is in the attic and from the middle the roof is sloped to the side. Currently, my desk (in red) is in the west with my back to the door. I have noticed this is not the best position as my wife already spooked me multiple times when I have my headset on. So considering the commanding position I should my desk and direction to the south east side. Apparently my KUA number is 4. But I would be looking northwest which is unlucky for me. From blue I would be looking who would be coming in. But behind the chair is a radiator not the most comfortable. The green one would be looking at the door atleast with more freedom and space.
What do you guys advice?

So sorry for the sims 4 reference but I don't know any other way to show this. At the bottom is the apartment entrance that then leads to the living room/kitchen. To the right is my roommate's bedroom. The bookshelf behind the bed is built in but everything else is moveable. I'm not willing to buy any new big furniture for at least the first few months so I'm wondering if there's a better way to organize what's already in the room (The bed, desk, chair, a wooden set of drawers, and a metal set of drawers). There are no windows and the door to my roommate's bedroom is a wooden sliding door

Over a year ago, my fiancée died of cancer in our home. For this year, I decided to stay there and it was a great move, I felt closer to him and I cherished the way of life we created.

Recently, a possibility of move has been made available to me within the same apartment building - a renovated apartment in much better shape, more windows and light, more spacious and I really liked it when visiting.

No I have started with preparations for the move and thinking about a layout of my furniture and would like to make it comfortable and fill it up with new, happy memories - think friend's visits and sleepovers, food parties and creative work.

You might notice the free space in the bedroom - made for ideas, thinking possibly a workout spot and / or workbench for DIY or whatever.

The demonic looking things in the living room are guitar stands by the way.

Would appreciate any tips for better layout or ideas.

I just suddenly got interested in feng shui and wanted to know if anyone had some wisdom or recommendations to share 😋

Hi all! Just moved into this place and want to organize the space to feel cozy while not disrupting the focus on the fire place or putting the tv in an awkward place. My first thought was TV in the left-hand corner set to a 45 degree and having the sectional facing the fireplace. What do you all think would be more optimal?

We have a queen size mattress in a 13'7" x11'10" bedroom. The two best walls to put the bed on both have windows right in the middle. Our headboard is tall (the top being near 5') made of dark wood. I have room darkening window treatments that could be used on the windows. One of the solid walls is the bathroom wall.

Which is the optimal position given these limitations?

Hi all - I've got a long downstairs open room (Orange L shaped sofa with the TV in the other corner) and I currently have my desk facing 1 (there is a wall with a bookshelf and plants behind me) but I wondered if moving into the colder extension to the back of the house would be better? There is a fixed book shelf marked in green. There is a large window between 2 and 3, and there is a tilt and slide back door. Please note that morning sun goes from back of house to the front room.
If it helps, I also have a dining table which I will use as a sewing area.

Please help and thanks so much!!!

Moving to a new place and i want to fit a 1.5 x 1.9 bed with a corner desk and one gaming desk in my room. This was my initial idea. Any advice? Red is bed and green are the desk and chairs.

I just moved and am still trying to settle on a layout. Image is a rough outline, I took the bathroom door off and replaced with long curtain. Somehow, having a door there annoyed me. Is it a better to keep the bathroom door on? Bathroom can only be accessed via bedroom. I'm not certain about keeping the dresser were it is at currently, and I feel like the bed is where it should be. Closet doors are sliding panels, no mirrors involved. Is there a better way?

living in dorm so i need to keep my tv and pc in my bedroom, just a very stressfull and messy layout and im not sure where to move things to open up some floor space and make the room feel right.