You might have noticed that sale property listings sometimes make a distinction between living rooms and family rooms. If you’re looking to sell your property and in need of furniture hire services here in Melbourne, it’s important to know the difference so that you can rent furniture that sets just the right tone.
For those who live in a smaller residence that has just one space for your living area, then chances are your living room and your family room are one and the same. However, if you have a bigger home and space permits, you might think about separating the living room from the family room, as there are distinct differences between the two, and the way you design, furnish and present these two rooms would also be quite different. Confused? Here is a basic guide:
Unlike a family room, which will likely contain your television and no small amount of magazines, board games and even toys if you have a young family, a living room is a much more formal space that is ideal for entertaining, quiet reading and other activities. Family rooms are sometimes also referred to as the rumpus room, and it is generally a space for the family to relax, spend time and watch TV together. Instead of a television, a living room might have a fireplace and a bookcase, for example, and it is usually where guests relax with a drink or sit around for a chat. Living rooms are also commonly referred to as a lounge, a lounge room, or even a sitting room.
While a family room is usually situated deeper within the house or off to one side so that the noise (or mess!) is contained, a living room is oftentimes the first room that people see when they enter your house. In most cases, the living room is connected to a formal dining room, allowing for a convenient flow of guests when entertaining, whereas the family room might be connected to the kitchen, and is generally adjacent to an outdoor space like the garden, a deck or a patio.
Because of their different functions, it goes without saying that the furniture and furnishings used in a living room versus a family room should also be different. A living room is more likely to include stylish, designer pieces (wingback chairs and sofas are especially popular) with an emphasis on aesthetics as much as functionality, and it is usually where fine art and family heirlooms are displayed. A family room, on the other hand, should be all about comfort and cosiness, with luxurious sofas and recliners, lots of cushions, an entertainment set, gaming devices and a music system. Instead of expensive artwork on the walls, a family room is more likely to feature family portraits and photographs of important milestones.
Furniture and furnishings are just one part of your living room or family room décor. In addition to picking the right pieces for each room, you need to also be aware that the colours you choose will have an effect on the overall tone of the space. To that end, family rooms should be decked out in warm, inviting colours that promote a sense of casualness and cosiness. Don’t be too worried if your family room gets a little untidy or a spot or two gets on the walls; the space is meant to be lived in by the family, after all. On the other hand, the living room, although also inviting, tends to be a little more elegant, formal and classic in terms of its colours and overall décor.
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