20 Living Room with Fireplace and TV Ideas

If you are tired of your current living room furniture arrangement and wondering whether there is a better way of arranging your TV, sofas and couches around your fireplace, you’ll be amazed at your options. It is possible to transform your space just by changing your furniture layout. Want to know how?

To help you figure out the best layout for a living room with fireplace and TV, we’ve prepared some excellent ideas for large and small spaces with pictures.

20 Living Room with Fireplace and TV Layout Ideas 

1. TV Above the Fireplace

The easiest and most common layout is to put your TV above the fireplace. This way, you can make the most of both by cozying up to the fire while watching your favorite movie. This idea saves floor space as you won’t have to invest in a TV unit. The appliance can simply be mounted on the wall above the fireplace.

If your living room is a little bigger, you may add a couple of additional armchairs next to the sofa a few feet from the fireplace.

The only downsides to this living room layout idea are the possible neck strain you’ll get when watching TV as the screen isn’t at your eye level, plus there is the risk of heat damage to the TV. So what’s the solution? Opt for low-back sofas as shown in this example. There is also no danger of the heat from the fireplace damaging the TV as the appliance is mounted on the wall.   

2. TV Next to the Fireplace

If you’re not keen on mounting your TV over the fireplace, you can always place it next to the fireplace on the same wall or inside a built-in shelf. This is the easiest option, which doesn’t require much rearrangement on your part. Simply place the sofa and other furniture opposite the television and fireplace so you can enjoy them both.  

For square living rooms, it is not always a good idea to place the seating right opposite the TV and fireplace. Some people prefer arranging their sofas and table next to these appliances instead as shown here. With this layout, your furniture remains opposite the fireplace, thus helping to maintain the fireplace as the main focal point of the room. Just make sure you don’t overfill the space with too many nooks and accessories as the living room may start to look too cluttered. 

3. Corner Fireplace

Arranging furniture around a corner fireplace doesn’t have to be a daunting idea. In open living room layouts, you can match the angle of the fireplace around the seating by positioning the TV as close to the fireplace as possible. This will allow both items to serve as focal points.

In this example, the TV is larger than the corner fireplace, but it doesn’t detract the eye from the stone fireplace and the wall art above it. Both items serve as focal points in this rustic-style living room. 

4. Fireplace in the Middle of the Living Room

When your fireplace is located in the middle of your living room, it acts as an independent feature and barrier between the living room and other spaces.

In this neutral yet luxurious living room, the freestanding fireplace is sitting opposite the TV, which has created a clean and uncomplicated look.

5. An L Shaped Arrangement

If your living room is larger than average with enough wall space, why not place your furniture in an L shaped arrangement as shown here. In order for this to work, you must place your TV opposite the main sofa with the fireplace on the perpendicular wall. You can then position the other sofa opposite the fireplace so you have two seating areas each facing the TV and fireplace.

If you still want your fireplace as the main focal point, you can keep the focus on the unit by hanging a statement wall art or mirror right above it. Even ambient lighting or a unique wall sculpture can help draw attention to your fireplace. 

In this layout example, notice how consistent the color scheme of the walls, window coverings and furniture is. The grey, white and black color combinations all work in harmony to provide a warm and welcoming ambiance.  

6. Fireplace and TV at Opposite Ends

Those who are lucky enough to have a large living room space, you have the flexibility to plan your living room layout around the TV and fireplace. In such large spaces, you can be very versatile with your seating furniture by adding swivel chairs or extra comfy armchairs. You even have the option of sitting either close to the TV or the fireplace when the two units are placed at opposite ends of the room. 

In this layout, the large space allows for the furniture to be arranged along the walls. The fireplace and TV are at the opposite ends and only one of them serves as a focal point. The eye is directed to either the fireplace or the TV, depending on your preference. This split attention works very well in a multi-functional living room such as the one shown here. 

7. Narrow Living Room Layouts

For narrow living rooms, make use of the space by having the fireplace and TV on the same wall. This way, the fireplace can still be the center of attention – no matter how many sofas you have fitted in your narrow living room. As long as the furniture is facing towards the TV, the layout will emit an inviting vibe, especially if you can fit two footstools in front of the fireplace.

Here, the neutral tone color scheme of the compact living room has created a warm and cozy feel. 

8. Open-Plan Living Rooms

Wide spaces in open-plan living rooms are a great opportunity to arrange furniture any way you like. There is so much space to fill so when thinking of the best layout around your TV and fireplace, be sure to take advantage by lining your seating opposite the TV and fireplace in the corner of the living room. You may even place the sofa and table in the center of the room.

In this example, the open floor plan in the contemporary lounge area has provided lots of free space to position the sofa opposite the fireplace and TV while retaining the feeling of coziness. 

9. Small Living Room Layouts

Small living rooms can be quite challenging to arrange, but as a general rule, go for less furniture to avoid clutter. To create a cozy vibe around the fireplace, consider a loveseat and two matching armchairs or a two-seater sofa with a small side table. 

In this farmhouse style room, the fireplace is located in the center of the small living room and the space is maximized by the small sofas so as not to overcrowd the room. The main focal point of the room is the blue fireplace with its matching side table. 

10. TV Positioned Over a Slim, Modern Fireplace

Some homes benefit from a single, uninterrupted line of focus. Stacking the screen above a narrow firebox creates exactly that — a clean anchor for rooms that don’t need extra visual stories. It works well in spaces where simplicity feels more like breathing room than restraint.

11. Fireplace and TV Placed Side by Side

A side-by-side layout appeals to people who dislike vertical stacking. Fire takes one side, the TV the other, and the living room feels less like a showroom and more like a space built for everyday rhythms. The wall carries the features calmly without turning them into a competition.

12. Fireplace with Slatted Wood Backdrop for the TV

A wood slat backdrop absorbs the TV into a warmer surface, which eases the visual jump between technology and architecture. The fireplace below steadies the whole wall. Rooms that want texture without clutter tend to appreciate this kind of detail.

13. Mantel Spanning Between Fireplace and TV Cavity

A long mantel forms a quiet division that keeps both features from crowding each other. Fire sits on one side, the screen settles into a framed pocket. The separation feels relaxed, especially in living rooms where symmetry isn’t an option.

14. Floating Mantel Divider Between Fireplace and TV Niche

A single horizontal mantel shifts the entire mood of the wall. It separates the fire from the media without announcing itself. The division feels relaxed, which suits rooms with imperfect symmetry or long sightlines that resist formality.

15. TV Placed Off-Center with a Long Floating Hearth

Some rooms abandon the idea of a perfect center, and this approach accepts that reality. The hearth stretches the width of the wall while the TV slides to the side that aligns naturally with the seating. The asymmetry feels intentional and more honest to the room’s proportions.

16. Traditional Curved Fireplace Paired with TV on a Plain Adjacent Wall

Curved fireplaces already carry personality, so the TV moves aside instead of diluting that charm. Placing the screen on a flat surface near the curve keeps the architectural detail intact. Older homes benefit from this because their original shapes stay visible rather than buried under modern additions.

17. Corner Fireplace with TV Held on the Main Wall

A corner firebox shifts the energy of the room entirely. The primary wall becomes free terrain for the TV, which helps with furniture that needs predictable sightlines. Narrow living rooms especially benefit from this arrangement because the focal points stop crowding the center.

18. Stone Surround with Separate Panel for the TV

A corner firebox opens the long wall for the television, which often solves difficult furniture arrangements. The fire becomes a softer presence rather than a command point. Homes with narrow footprints usually find this combination easier to shape around.

19. Fireplace and TV Built Into a Full Bookcase Wall

A bookcase can absorb both a screen and a firebox without making the wall feel overloaded. The shelving breaks up the visual weight and gives the whole feature a lived-in cadence. People who prefer rooms with personality rather than pure symmetry often lean toward this approach.

20. Arched Built-Ins Framing a Central Fireplace

A room with strong architectural bones can handle a TV above the fire without feeling modernized beyond its character. The arches on both sides help the whole wall read as one unified structure, so the screen doesn’t feel like it intrudes.

Homeowners who want a traditional fireplace to stay in the spotlight often choose this kind of layout because the built-ins carry the storage and display duties quietly. The fire remains the emotional center, and the TV becomes a practical feature rather than a design interruption.

More Tips for Arranging Your Living Room with Fireplace and TV

• Watch the distance between your furniture and fireplace. If your sofa is too far, you won’t feel the heat from the fire; if you’re too close, it’ll feel uncomfortable sitting near the fire. Allow at least 3 feet for maximum comfort.
• When arranging your sofa in the living room, try to avoid placing the back of the sofa against the window as this will block out light.
• To create a more social atmosphere, place your sofas opposite each other at no more than 8 feet apart. After all, you don’t want your sofas to be too close to each other.
• If you have a small living room space, avoid large, bulky sofas and tables. Opt for small round tables and single seaters as these will allow your fireplace to take center stage.
• The fireplace should always remain the focal point of your living room layout, no matter where you place the TV.
• Instead of placing the sofa against a wall, try putting it several feet away from the wall as though it’s floating in the middle of the room. The remaining space at the back of the sofa can serve as a walkway plus it will create a more intimate living space around the TV.
• In open spaces, use your sofa to create a separation area. It should face the TV and not block the windows.
• Never put a rug too close to your fireplace for safety reasons. On a similar note, placing the TV immediately above the fireplace mantelpiece may cause heat damage. Your safest option is to mount the TV on the wall above the fireplace.