Whether you’re moving into your first apartment, downsizing to a smaller home, or redecorating an entire house, you’ll likely end up with more furniture than you can handle. Fortunately, there are a number of small, quick ways you can maximize your living space without spending a lot of money or time.

Maximizing your living space doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. Nor does it mean buying the most expensive furniture or decorating the entire living room in one go. When you know how to make the most of your living room set, you can maximize your space on the cheap.

Buy the Right Furniture

A common mistake people make when maximizing their space is buying too many pieces of furniture. The good news is that there are many ways to avoid this.

When it comes to furniture, choose quality over quantity. Some pieces, like your couch and coffee table, will be used more than others. It’s worth spending the extra money on high-quality pieces that will last you for years rather than getting cheaper items that won’t last or look as good in your living room.

As you research complete living room sets, it’s important to think about your existing décor and the layout of your space. These two aspects will help you narrow down the most suitable sets.

Choose the Right Furniture Layout

Your furniture layout can be the difference between a cluttered living space and a comfortable home. The key to choosing the right furniture layout is to keep your pieces functional, versatile, and attractive.

Definition & Features

A living room set is a group of furniture that includes the main pieces for your living room, such as a sofa and a love seat. These sets usually come with matching chairs, coffee tables, end tables, and sometimes other items, depending on what the set offers.

The way a living room set is designed will vary from one company to another, but there are some general features you can expect to see in most sets.

Sofas and couches will generally have at least two pieces - the main unit and a matching ottoman or console table.
Center tables are often included in these sets because they provide an ideal space for displaying decorations or serving food.
Most sets contain two armchairs or loveseats that match the style of the other pieces, so they can be used together without clashing.
Chairs will typically match your sofa and/or love seat, while coffee tables may be either round or square in shape, depending on your preference.

Don’t hesitate to ask a sales associate for assistance selecting the most appropriate living room sets for your space.

Styles & Trends

One way to decide what kind of living room set you want is to have an idea of the style you are looking for. There are many styles and trends available. Traditional living rooms, for example, often feature a sofa or loveseat with matching armchairs or side chairs.

Modern living rooms, on the other hand, may have couches around a coffee table and easy chairs instead of armchairs. If you want something more eclectic, you could choose a combination of the two styles.

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post.