Effortless & Elegant Interiors: Expert Furniture Placement Guide for Miami Homes
- Regina Miyar
- Mar 6
- 2 min read
As a residential interior designer in Miami, I know that furniture placement is key to creating a home that feels both stylish and functional. Whether you're designing a luxury waterfront condo, a modern high-rise apartment, or a spacious coastal home, the right layout enhances flow, maximizes comfort, and brings a sense of harmony to your space.
To help you achieve a beautifully balanced home, I’ve put together a guide with essential furniture placement measurements. These expert tips will ensure your Miami home feels effortlessly chic, inviting, and perfectly suited to your lifestyle—blending comfort with the breezy, sophisticated elegance that defines South Florida living.
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Living Room
- Between seating (sofa & chairs): 18"–24"
- Coffee table to sofa:14"–18"
- TV to seating distance:
- 42"–55" TV: 5.5'–8'
- 60"–75" TV: 8'–12'
- Walkways around furniture: 30"–36"
- Side table height: Within 2" of sofa arm height
Dining Room
- Distance between table & wall: 36"– 48"
- Between dining chairs: 24" per chair
- Chandelier height above table: 30"–36"
- Rug under dining table: Extend 24" past edges of table
Bedroom
- Bed to dresser clearance: 36"
- Walkway around bed: 24"–36"
- Nightstand height: Within 2" of mattress height
- TV to bed distance:
- 42" TV: 5'–7'
- 55" TV: 7'–9'
Kitchen
- Between counters/island: 42"–48"
- Countertop height: 36"
- Bar stool clearance:
- Counter height (36"): 24" stool
- Bar height (42"): 30" stool
- Distance between dining chairs & wall: 36"
Home Office
- Desk to wall clearance: 36"
- Desk to chair clearance: 30"–36"
- Screen to eye level distance: 20"– 30"
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