Homes & Gardens: Should a sofa face the door?

Experts reveal how you can achieve the perfect placement.

Does it matter if a sofa faces the door? Designers share their advice for choosing the best spot for your sofa.

Featured in Homes & Gardens | Article by Zara Stacey

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A sofa is often the largest piece of furniture in a living room, with its placement having a big impact on the overall design, layout and feel of the space.

When exploring where to put a sofa, many of us only have a handful of options to choose from, but should we be avoiding placing a sofa in front of a door for successful feng shui furniture placement? We speak to the designers in the know.