The size of the tv is to scale with the fireplace mounting a tv over the fireplace is an easy way to create an overall balanced look with the tv on top and the fireplace below.
Tv in room with fireplace.
Depending on your room shape or preference you can then position your sofa opposite either the fireplace or the tv or both if you have the space to create two seating areas.
And if you have kids and pets who need space to roam or simply want to keep your design modern let the fireplace and tv be the stars of the show.
I had similar issues in my tv room.
There are two big plusses that the tv above fireplace arrangement has going for it.
For this you place your tv and fireplace on perpendicular walls.
Here s some layout help for living rooms of all shapes.
This living room layout for your fireplace and tv fits well in square rooms.
I ve never been a fan of seeing the tv over the fireplace because often the proportions are wrong in the room and the location and thus the viewing angle becomes too high when placed over the.
Living room fireplace arrangements by shape.
When done correctly e g.
This room s simple white walls complement the brick fireplace.
From here how you position your living room furniture around a fireplace and tv will depend upon the shape of your room.
Without the right furniture arrangement a long living room can feel like a hallway.
I decided to mount mine above the fireplace and have someone install an outlet and run hdmi wiring behind the mount through the wall.