Living rooms, also referred to as sitting rooms or lounges, are multifunctional spaces within residential environments used for relaxing and entertaining. Typically located near the front of the house as the primary space to receive and host guests, the living room is commonly understood as being one of the most important spaces in the planning of the household. Living rooms include the largest variety of furniture, fixtures, and furnishings within the home that often includes sofas, armchairs, coffee tables, side tables, floor lamps, and bookshelves. The following library collection includes the many elements to consider when designing the layout of a living room.