Open up the layout. A four-sided lounge seating arrangement feels cosy and is ideal for conversation, but consider opening up the aesthetic with a backless bench that allows the eye to travel straight over. It will make the sitting area appear far more welcoming than a fully closed-in arrangement.
White and bright. When blessed with large windows and a sunny aspect, white walls and ceilings will amplify the ethereality. In this example, a white globe pendant light blends quietly with the clean scheme, and a woven area rug places a white accent onto the darker floor.
