234 FURNITURE ARRANGEMENT

1. A window as a cen-
ter of interest

The pair of love seats
and die sofa focus at-
tention on the window
and view. The table is
out of the way and
may be used for cards,
study, or food.

2. A fireplace on the
side of the room.

An upright piano bal-
ances the fireplace.
One quiet corner is for
a desk and one is for
a chair and a lamp be-
side the book shelves.

3. A fireplace on the
end of the room.

A baby grand piano
balances the fireplace
and sofa. The two
straight sides of the
piano are parallel to
the walls. The desk
has a secluded corner
near a window.

4. A combination liv-
ing and dining room.

A low partition divides
the areas. The built-in
sofa provides a conver-
sation center. The
diners may face the
window. The serving
table fits the allotted
space.