The first two questions I like to consider when decorating a space are “what do we have to work with?” and “how does/should the space function?” Laura’s living room is really long and narrow, which can be a bit more difficult, but I knew the confines of the space could be a shining point. And how does the space need to function? Along with the typical needs of a family with young kids, Laura and Craig planted a church last fall and their house is hustling and bustling with gatherings several nights a week. While design is important to them, they need the space to function for everything from adult meetings of 5 to small groups of 20, with gangs of children running around too.
We got that far and weren’t 100% sure what to put on the other side of the sofa. While we wanted to designate spaces, the idea of them working together when need be was ideal. That’s when I stumbled upon the Clancy daybed from Arhaus, and I think it really makes the space.
Not only does it allow your eye to flow through the room, it acts as seating for either area.
Arhaus‘ upholstered furniture is available in an incredible amount of fabrics – this piece could be ordered in over 500 – and many of them at no additional charge. We went with View Grey, which is a beautiful, velvety material that has held up wonderfully to kids thus far.
Have you had to work with a long and narrow space before? What did you do to break it up a bit?
Here is the reveal and the details on the bookshelves.
*This post is in partnership with Arhaus. Thank you for supporting those who make The Makerista possible.
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Emily A. Clark says
I so love this space! And, cannot wait to get some of LL's art in my home 🙂
benitta arokiadoss says
Beautiful space!
Where did you get those chandeliers ?
themakerista@gmail.com says
Thanks, Benitta! They're actually vintage. We found them at a local antique mall.
SHERRY HART says
Beautifully curated…..great mix of styles that work so well together!
Chelsea Craig says
It looked good before but now it looks great!! How can I get you to come to the Kansas side to help with my odd living/dining room space?! SOS!?
themakerista@gmail.com says
Thanks so much! I do design consults, Chelsea. If you're ever interested, feel free to email me: themakerista@gmail.com
Elizabeth Kallembach says
Gorgeous!!!
sarah m. dorsey says
Gorgeous! Agreed, the daybed makes the space!
Triple Crown says
Amazeballs! Where did you find the art above the fireplace?
themakerista@gmail.com says
Thanks, Triple Crown! It's from Lindsay Letters. http://www.lindsayletters.com. It's the Epic Black Floral Canvas.
Julie says
I keep coming back to this post; I love this space so much.
themakerista@gmail.com says
That's so nice, thanks, Julie!
Lina says
I know this is many months past, but did you ever mention where the library ladder is from? We've been searching for a budget solution for literally years!
themakerista@gmail.com says
Hi Lina! It's actually something we found on craigslist. It was used in a department store basement stock room. Sorry I can't be more help, maybe set an alert on craigslist for one?