Is there a rule about the length of the sofa and coffee table?
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Jen348899
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Should the coffee table be shorter in length than the sofa?
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Yes, there is a rule - the rule of 2/3. You can read the post here - http://www.inspiredlivinginteriordesign.com/2014/05/the-secret-to-choosing-right-furniture.htmlHope this helps! http://christinetse.com/ http://bit.ly/SuperSecret10MinuteDreamHomeMakeover
Christine
on Apr 02, 2015
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There is not a hard and fast rule for design. The reason coffee tables are usually shorter then the couch is to allow for safe egress to the couch. Table the same length or longer create an awkward flow and leg shins often pay the price.
Pgl
on Apr 03, 2015
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Do you actually have a coffee table that is as long as a sofa?
Tina C
on Apr 03, 2015
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Why worry about a rule? Do what suits you and your decor
Redgravef
on Apr 03, 2015
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I agree . your eyes will tell you if the juxtaposition is off...follow your instincts -- our eyes have expectations and when those are not met -- you'll know :)
Tina C
on Apr 03, 2015
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I like the coffee table to be reached from any seat on the sofa, so it makes is practical to have it almost match the sofa's length. 2/3 sounds like a good "about" size. But not an absolute. Def not longer than the sofa, and not matching in length.
Mary-Jo Marshall
on Apr 03, 2015
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Hi! The general rule for coffee table to sofa is 1/2 to 2/3. But rules are meant to be broken : ) So do whatever feels right to you. This is a great article from Apartment Therapy that has a lot of helpful measurements for designing a space: http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/living-room-layouts-the-ideal-measurements-for-everything-in-the-room-206734
Country Design Home
on Apr 04, 2015
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