The sofa can face something ordinary
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A sofa does not need to face a grand fireplace to have a convincing position. It can face the part of the room that you enjoy using.
Try orienting the seats towards a shared table, a view or a small bookcase. Sit down before judging the arrangement from the doorway. Check the activities that actually matter: conversation, reading or watching a screen in its existing safe position.
Keep doors, ventilation and movement clear. Secure furniture and screens according to their instructions. A room can have a centre made by daily use rather than a dramatic architectural feature.