Furniture range
The living room is a traditional place for the whole family to relax and receive guests. A soft zone that meets certain requirements (ergonomic, aesthetic) helps create a comfortable environment in the room.
Combine a sofa with armchairs
Transformers (multifunctional products) occupy the top places in the ranking. This is a “lifesaver” for small apartments. At night, the sofa easily turns into a comfortable full-size bed. During the daytime, in the soft zone you can relax with friends - watch TV, chat. When choosing sofas and armchairs, other characteristics deserve attention:
- types of structures . Modular is represented by individual elements: canapes, armchair, pouf, corner, armrests. Corner ones are formed in two parts (main, corner). Straight designs are the most popular;
- The dimensions of the sofas determine the number of seats . Available from double to five-seater or more (usually upon personal order);
- types of transformation . The products are retractable (pantograph, puma, eurobook, dolphin), folding (accordion, folding beds of French, American, Italian types), folding (click-clack, book).
When choosing furniture, pay attention to their sizes
Among the world's fashionable novelties, there are creative designer models. Items stand out clearly against the background of standards. Moreover, things cannot be considered “detached” from life . Some models are great for certain interior styles.
A sofa or armchair can be modernized and definitely made from expensive materials.
Room arrangement options
The parameters of the room must be taken into account when choosing the furnishings. A modest double sofa will “get lost” in a spacious living room and it will be difficult to create a cozy atmosphere. In a small room, a bulky sofa will take up most of the space, and visually the living room will look cramped.
A small sofa in a large living room can get lost
At the same time, do not forget about cabinets, cabinets, chairs or other items. A folding double model will allow guests to spend the night comfortably. Small armchairs and poufs will create relaxing conditions for relaxing with friends in a soft area.
Typically, a sofa group is considered a set of furniture, represented by a two-three-seater sofa and a pair of armchairs. Fashionable stylistic trends offer changes to traditions: the center of the living room is decorated with furniture ensembles from different items.
Folding furniture is very convenient for receiving guests
The easiest way to rearrange sets of items in spacious living rooms is:
- large corner or U-shaped sofas, armchairs and a couch;
- several armchairs of different shapes (massive and miniature), a small sofa;
- a composition of two identical medium-sized sofas and a pair of deep large armchairs.
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Types of chairs
Classic type
Classic chairs sit on legs and have a high back and armrests. It should be shallow, otherwise sitting on it will not be comfortable. The optimal seat depth is 50-60 cm.
Rocking type
This type is pleasant enough for relaxation, but inconvenient for seating guests. According to experts, there should be no more than two such chairs in the room. Ideally, it would be a good idea to create a separate seating area in the living room that contains this chair.
Massage type
These chairs seem quite unusual due to their size and design.
They are most suitable for use in the bedroom. It will look lovely as an element of upholstered furniture in a modern interior.
Sleeping type
These chairs are suitable in cases where there is a problem of combining a bedroom with a living room, and when guests often spend the night. They fold out in the same way as sofas and are suitable for both children and adults.
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Arrangement methods
Sizes and shapes of furniture, room area, lighting. With the right combination of these factors, it is not difficult to create an environment pleasant for relaxation and meeting with friends. The result is a stylish interior in which all items are in their place. There are three classic layouts for arranging a soft set:
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Symmetric
Suitable for rooms with a large area. The principle of the scheme: a central point in the room is conventionally selected and paired pieces of furniture are located around it at the same distance. The arrangement perfectly recreates a classic interior in the living room. Typically, two armchairs or a pair of small sofas with poufs are installed on the sides of the fireplace. Or, two massive armchairs and two neat sofas are installed around the coffee table. This option is suitable for pedantic people who prefer strict geometry and clear lines in their decor.
The principle of symmetrical furniture arrangement
Asymmetrical
Asymmetrical arrangement should not be associated with chaos or disorderly placement of furniture. Asymmetrical arrangement of objects helps to emphasize or disguise the unusual layout of the room. Visual balance of large and small furnishings brings harmony to the interior. To properly group the elements, the center of the composition is also selected. In the sitting area near the window, things are placed on the sides of the opening. In this case, a large sofa will be visually balanced by an armchair, a coffee table and a floor vase or floor lamp. With the help of an asymmetrical arrangement, it is easy to visually disguise the modest size of small rooms.
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Circular
The circular arrangement of objects looks original in large rooms. Usually around a conventional center (coffee table, carpet) things are placed in a circle, at an equal distance. In this case, closer to the center there are usually large elements (chairs, sofas), and at a distance, near the walls, there are relatively small ones (poufs, floor vases). It is not necessary to maintain symmetry. Things can be different (not paired). This method is optimal for visually highlighting separate zones in a large room (dining room, relaxation area).
Circular arrangement of sofa with armchairs
To make the interior of the room functional, you must adhere to the following important rules:
- armchairs and a sofa are placed at distances sufficient to comfortably carry on a conversation. At the same time, there remains space for free movement of residents between objects;
- the height of the tables and armrests is the same;
- between the elements of the furnishings, leave a passage no narrower than 0.55-0.6 m;
- the coffee table is no further than 0.5 m from the sofa or chair;
- sofas and armchairs are turned “facing” the door. Those sitting should see people entering and leaving so as not to feel discomfort;
- in small rooms, soft group elements are not placed near one wall. Sofas and armchairs located among other things (ottomans, tables, floor vases, small cabinets) look more comfortable.
Armchairs and sofas are located at a convenient distance for conversation
Massive furnishings should not be placed near door or window openings. It is better to place large sofas in the middle of the wall, and armchairs opposite.
Choosing the color of the sofa: basic color plans
Before choosing the color of the sofa and armchairs, you need to decide on a color plan. There are five main color plans for combining the colors of upholstered furniture and other surfaces in the room.
1. Plan “Monochrome”. The sofa in this regard has the same color as the walls or part of the walls, but has a different shade. For example, the walls can be soft blue and the sofa can be blue. More options: beige walls - brown sofa; the walls are purple - the sofa is lilac, the walls are dark green - the sofa is pale green with dark flowers, etc.
2. Plan “Neutral”. If the walls are painted in a neutral color (black, white, gray, beige, gray-beige, brown), then the sofa can be chosen in a neutral color, but a different one. For example, put a gray sofa against beige walls, and a black one against white walls.
3. Plan “Neutral sofa in a colored interior.” If the walls are colored and bright enough, a discreet neutral sofa will allow you to maintain balance. Neutral sofas are white, black, gray and various shades of beige. Such sofas will fit into any interior color. We recommend that you look through our articles “Black sofa in the interior: bet on elegance” and “White sofas in the interior”.
4. Plan “Colored sofa in a neutral interior.” A bright sofa can become the only spot of color in a “colorless” interior. For example, a room can be decorated in white and gray tones, and only a red or, for example, a bright green sofa will dilute this color silence.
This inclusion of one bright object in a neutral interior makes the room very impressive. This technique is suitable for interiors in Baroque and modern styles.
The color of the sofa in the living room interior according to this plan can be supported by other objects. Most often, the color of the sofa is repeated in curtains and lampshades. Less often - in carpets on the floor. There are other solutions: the color of upholstered furniture can match the color of a chandelier, ceiling decoration, posters on the walls, picture frames, floor vases, etc. However, it must be taken into account that the presence of several accents of the same color reduces the effectiveness of the reception.
5. “Combined” plan. A colored sofa is introduced into the interior of a different color. This is the case when there can be a blue sofa against the background of red walls, and an orange one against the background of green walls.
When choosing a color plan, decide how you want your interior to look - bright and spectacular or restrained, calm and pleasant. If you want the interior to impress, give preference to the fourth or fifth color plan. If you want something cozy, calm, balanced, choose one of the first three color plans.
The option of combining colors usually causes more difficulties than all other solutions. How to correctly combine the colors of a sofa, armchairs, walls and other interior objects? Let's take a closer look at the different colors of sofas and armchairs and decide what to combine them with.
How to choose material?
Various upholstery options have different qualities, tactile effects, durability, and care details.
Natural textiles
Natural materials (leather, textiles) are environmentally friendly, quality, and elegant. Each material has positive and negative sides:
Leather covering always attracts attention. The soft, pleasant-to-touch coating gives the furniture chic and well-groomed appearance. Some buyers refrain from purchasing leather products due to the popular belief that the coating is cold. This is a misconception. Genuine leather is elastic and pleasant to use. It is easy to care for and is resistant to abrasion and tearing. Leather fits perfectly when upholstering furniture, so designers use it to upholster furniture of non-trivial shapes.
Skin is difficult to care for
The negative side of leather upholstery is its high cost and special care is required to remove some stains. For the soft zone, it is advisable to select a set of items. Otherwise, there is a high risk of not finding a chair/sofa of a suitable color in the future. This type of furniture is not suitable for regular overnight stays.
Upholstery made from natural fabrics is pleasant to touch. Noble textiles add elegance to the atmosphere and add a touch of luxury to the interior. Such materials are not cheap and are difficult to care for: difficult stains are difficult to remove without damaging the textiles; cleaning furniture requires special products. Due to changes in temperature or humidity, natural fabrics can shrink. To preserve the shade of the material, objects are not installed in places that are brightly illuminated by the sun.
Natural coating is comfortable and pleasant to the touch
The choice of products with natural upholstery is justified in spacious apartments, where each resident has a separate room. If the family constantly spends evenings in the living room or very often receives guests, then it is advisable to take a closer look at less expensive and capricious upholstery options.
Artificial and synthetic upholstery
Why do manufacturers choose artificial upholstery to create upholstered furniture? There are no secrets in this. Main reasons:
- affordable cost of materials;
- large selection of shades and textures;
- increased wear resistance.
When choosing a material, we pay attention to its strength and quality
Popular fabrics:
- fleece _ Withstands various loads, impregnated with special compounds that repel dirt and liquids. Soft, non-staining material is inexpensive and pleasant to the touch. Even heavy dirt can be easily removed from the surface, which is especially important for families with children. You won’t worry about such things if there are animals in the house. The rules of care are simple: a vacuum cleaner quickly collects dust and maintains a silky shine on the surface; liquid detergents remove most contaminants. If liquid accidentally spills on a sofa or chair, it is easy to blot it up with napkins or a clean towel;
- Chenille can be classified as a jacquard type of fabric. The warm material with a velvety surface is durable and has high strength and density. The upholstery cannot be called cheap, but it is a well-deserved price. Fashionable finishes give the furniture a striking look. The items are easy to care for: common types of contamination can be removed with liquid detergents. When cleaning items daily with a vacuum cleaner, they will retain a beautiful, well-groomed appearance for a long time.
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Faux suede perfectly imitates natural material, but is much cheaper. In operation, the coating demonstrates resistance to fading and abrasion. To keep the pile soft and silky longer, products are cleaned with special brushes.
Small stains are easily washed off with water. After drying, the fleecy surface is restored with a soft brush.
Color spectrum
Plain furniture will never go out of style. Such products are easy to fit into different interiors; they are “friendly” with the decoration of the room, textiles, and other furnishings. The most popular shade ranges:
- white;
- grey;
- red;
- beige;
- black;
- lilac.
Bright, popular colors in the interior
When choosing a color, you can take the tone of the furniture upholstery as a basis and match the rest of the interior to it. Just be careful with rich colors (red, green, pink), which can visually fill the space. Therefore, it is better to decorate the soft area of a small living room with products with upholstery in pastel colors.
An original trend - a multi-colored armchair (or pair) is chosen to complement a single-color sofa. The color scheme of the furniture set may not match: a white sofa and armchairs in a black and gray pattern. Or a sofa in a large pattern and an armchair upholstered in plain textiles. Decorative pillows with covers made of the same patterned material will unite the furnishings. And the soft zone will take on a solid look.
The multi-colored palette will definitely give a picturesque look to the decor of the room. A small pattern (floral motifs, stripes) in pastel shades will bring calm and tranquility to the interior. Bright textiles with catchy patterns will make the room elegant and dynamic. The colors of the interior must be present in the ornament/pattern so that the products organically complement the decor and do not look alien.
Original cases
Sometimes a lot of people gather in the living room. Relatives come for special events or guests for holidays. Elegant covers will add solemnity and brightness to the atmosphere. They will protect the upholstery from various stains, which are essential for any holiday.
Covers are also a great way to add variety to your decor in different seasons. On summer days, bright cotton and linen textiles will bring freshness and cheerfulness to the interior. And for the winter period, covers made of plush, corduroy, and velvet are better suited.
Covers will help protect your furniture from various types of damage.
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Furniture style
A variety of shapes, designs and colors make furniture an important accent of the interior. To choose the right models, take into account the stylistic features of the living room.
Discreet classic
The main features of the style are elegance and grace . And the furnishings chosen are reliable and functional. The refined lines of the sofa and armchairs fit organically into the decor. Sofas and armchairs do not amaze with pretentiousness. They make objects from natural wood (beech, mahogany, teak, cherry, oak). Discreet sophistication is manifested in carved elements (legs, sides or backs). Some models are decorated with gilding and inlay. Traditional shapes - rounded/curved back, rectangular seat.
In a classic style - grace and beauty
Furniture upholstery also emphasizes the status of the owner - natural leather or textiles look rich, but not provocative. The color scheme is noble and calm:
- lilac;
- sand;
- golden;
- brown;
- burgundy shades.
Materials with retro prints (small floral, stripe, damask) look original and airy. The fillers are special hypoallergenic material (holofiber), polyurethane foam, individual springs, latex.
Noble and calm shades
This is a style of spacious rooms in which the space is filled with respectability and sophistication. As a rule, a soft area is formed by 2-3 small sofas with a massive armchair or one large sofa and two armchairs. Most often, furniture is installed around the perimeter of an expensive floor carpet. A more modern interpretation of the style is a corner sofa with a massive pouf.
Fans of style who have modest-sized rooms can choose a small corner sofa or a duo of compact sofas and armchairs. A small closet will complement the decor.
Compact duet with sofa and armchairs
Cozy Provence
Country style is increasingly found in city apartments. An interesting direction looks extraordinary and always harmonious. Upholstered furniture is the true embodiment of home warmth and tranquility. Most models are made from natural wood. As a rule, the backs of sofas are made high. Models with wooden backs and armrests of elegant carved shapes have an original look. For a comfortable rest, many pillows of different sizes are used.
Textile upholstery, in a floral print or plain, visually makes the furniture light and picturesque. Striped fabric with images of animals and leaves is allowed. Pillows are sewn from the same material or a contrasting one.
Decorative pillows for a pop of contrast
For the interior of a small room in a classic rustic style, neat straight sofas and armchairs are suitable. Cozy models with rounded textile armrests, plump seats, and high soft backs. Sets of forged items bring romance and French notes to the interior. The metal elements have an openwork appearance and are usually painted black/white.
Spacious rooms will be decorated with large corner sofas. Such models usually have additional beds.
How to choose the color of chairs for a sofa? Combination of colors in upholstered furniture
The chairs can also be selected according to one of the color plans.
1. “Accent” plan. The armchairs here are bright accents against a neutral sofa. The walls are also usually neutral. If, for example, the walls are beige, you can put a sand sofa, and next to it - red, green, blue or purple armchairs. This combination usually looks very impressive.
2. Plan “Neutral”. Neutral-colored armchairs complement a sofa in another neutral color. For example, the sofa is black and the chairs are white. Or the sofa is gray and the armchairs are cappuccino color. This plan is chosen if you want to create a contrasting black and white interior or a cozy, calm living room in powdery tones.
3. Plan “Neutral chairs - colored sofa.” You can match a red sofa with beige armchairs, a blue sofa with gray ones, etc. The sofa usually remains the only bright spot, the main accent of the living room. This plan is chosen if the sofa is very bright or large. If you add the same chairs to it, you may end up with too much color. Neutral chairs allow you to avoid this.
4. Plan “Multicolored”. In a neutral interior, there may be bright accents of not one, but two colors: one of these accents will be a sofa, and the other will be an armchair or several armchairs.
For example, in a gray living room, the sofa may be red and the armchairs may be blue. Or the sofa is green and the chairs are yellow. It's bold, juicy, cheerful.
5. Plan “Ornaments and drawings + monotony”. For a plain sofa, you can choose an armchair in the same or similar color, but with a pattern or ornament. For example, to go with a blue sofa, buy an armchair with white flowers on a blue background or yellow-blue stripes. This solution is most often used when creating a living room in a classic style.
This plan can be combined with others. For example, neutral sofas and armchairs or sofas and armchairs of different colors can be combined in this way.
Sometimes they put different chairs: one of them is the connecting link. For example, the sofa is yellow, and one of the chairs is blue. The second chair can be blue and yellow striped. It will connect the sofa with the blue chair, and the picture will turn out to be very logical and harmonious. Examples with a bunch in the photo below:
