would like to experiment with locations, measure the item and cut a card to scale, move this around the floor plan to assess the options. it's a lot less tiring than physically moving the furniture!
consider carefully what the room is actually used for and how frequently different areas of it are used. for example, a dining room is likely to require a table, but the space may double as an office and the room may serve as a walkway for access to other areas. so don't place a table where it will block traffic and remember to leave space for a work station. there are more specific tips on these 