Put the tv entertainment center or a bookshelf on the wall adjacent to the sliding door in view of the seating area.
Living room arrangements with center fireplace two sliding doors.
Avoid using an angled placement which takes up more room.
I ve attached an image of what our living room layout is like the l shaped room with corner fireplace and connecting to dining room.
When a room has two focal points such as a fireplace and a gorgeous picture window it s not necessary to center furniture around the fire.
If you have enough space you can place end tables beside the love seats for extra storage and table space.
Place the sofa either facing or sideways to the sliding door with the chairs facing or at right angles to the sofa.
If your fireplace is located in the center of your small living room you can maximize space by using two small loveseats for seating instead of a single large sofa.
I too am struggling with an l shaped living room and a corner fireplace i suggested to hubby that a fp along the wall would be easier to arrange furniture but he likes the barn dance furniture style.
How to arrange furniture in a living room with a door on every wall.
You ll get the same amount of seating but your look will be less crowded.
In a living room or family room place the couch with its back to the doors and orient the main seating area to the wall.