William L. Landau is credited with revolutionizing retailing by displaying furniture in room settings, such as a fully decorated living room or bedroom. At the time, most furniture stores displayed furniture in rows of couches, tables or dressers From family gatherings to game nights, the living room is a social hub. The proper placement of the room's furniture goes a long way toward making the space feel welcoming. There is nothing worse than a living room, where people have to lean against the .