Architecture and space speak to the heart of how a room should be laid out in addition to the type of furniture that should be used.

If you have an ample space with a long enough wall, for example, it may create an opportunity for an arrangement in which furniture is displayed prominently with the wall in mind.

Conversely, in a space with a prominent view, the desire may be to “float” furniture in the center of a room to allow the view to be the main star of the show.

A room with a prominent view is typically a selling point and a desirable feature to highlight.

The dilemma often lies in how to create a room that is aesthetically pleasing, well-planned and allows for an unobstructed view.

Here are some of our favorite tips for arranging furniture.

Try to avoid placing furniture in front of a window.

View the space both during the day and after dark to help determine which layout works the best.

Determine the best angle in which to take in the prominent view and position furniture accordingly.

Use low backed or low-profile furniture to avoid obstructing the view.

Incorporate various seating arrangements in the room in order to create several different viewing opportunities.