Should a sofa face the door? Experts reveal how you can achieve the perfect placement

Should a sofa face the door? Sunken living room with orange sofa. Modern living room with mezzanine and gray sofa. Small living room with floral wallpaper and sofa.

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.