we are constructing a new house and i am thinking about furniture placement in family room. my question is do electricians actually put outlets in hardwood floors to accomodate side table lamps? also are holes put in new rugs to allow for cords? my husband is aghast at the thought, but how else to...

floor outlets did these all around main floor level and in furniture areas in great room and loft, love them!

Floor Outlets. Under our living room sofa, I opted for two Carlon Receptacle Drop-in Floor Box Kits with Hole Saws; 39.97 from Home Depot. They each come with a tightly fitted brass top that prevents my daughter's long-reaching fingers from playing with the outlets. And since I like to work on my laptop from my sofa, I can now easily stay charged.

Install an electric outlet in the office conference table and conveniently power laptops, tablets, etc. www.homecontrols.com

Here's the exact locations you can place a floor outlet in a living room that will work for any space.

Arlington | Recessed Outlet Floor Box for Concrete