A rule of thumb is that the distance between the house and a eucalyptus should be 2/3 the height of the tree. So if the tree is maybe 45 feet, you'd want the house to be a little over 29 feet away. As well as any new root growth that could affect your house, cutting into a root system compromises the stability of the tree. Also, even if the existing roots are deep, driving over the area with heavy construction machinery could compact the soil enough to affect the health of the tree. That's not to say that you shouldn't try, just be aware in case it becomes necessary to cut the tree down later. Good luck and enjoy your new home!

Hi MJ, As per your requirements, you should hire an interior designer. This need to be planned properly. Please let me know where are you located? You can refer the image below to get an idea. Regards Prity

hi....the width of the area is 5 meters....from the center of the tv area to the left (till the wooden partition) is 3m, and to the other side is 4m. tv is comfortable to watch from the wooden partition end, but very far from the other side. i had alsl thought of creating two seperate sitting areas, but not sure what we should add. I hv 6 meters of the existing sofa fabric, and hv the option of getting another seating made with it if required. pls advice! also, i tried another setting with the existing sofas. sharing the pic...not sure if the sofa handles in the middle look ok!

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