A red sofa in the living room interior can change the atmosphere of the room beyond recognition. In some cases, it will add energy, strength, and desire to move forward, while in others it can create pressure on a person’s mental and physical state and aggravate the situation. Photos of various options for living rooms with a red sofa in the interior clearly demonstrate this. We will tell you in this article how to properly use this extraordinary color in the interior and add originality to the room without creating a feeling of chaos.
Types of sofas by design
Straight
Suitable for any interior style. Red leather upholstery is suitable for a room in a modern direction. Velvet or fabric material matches a warmer interior.
Angular
Use for a living room, compact bedroom or kitchen. The design makes difficult angles useful. Looks equally good in spacious and small rooms.
The photo shows a spacious kitchen-living room in a modern style with a red corner sofa.
Modular
The sofa consists of several independent elements, which allows you to create the most convenient combinations at the moment.
Types by material
Leather
| Genuine Leather | The most expensive, but at the same time the most wear-resistant material. The leather covering can be dyed or have a natural color. Smooth and pile leather is used for finishing. |
| Eco leather | An analogue of genuine leather, a completely synthetic product. It is made by applying a special film to a woven surface. The texture of the material replicates natural leather. |
| Leatherette | One of the most accessible materials. The material is not wear-resistant and does not breathe. |
Fabric
| Gozhka | Natural material woven from linen or cotton fabric. A distinctive feature is a unique pattern that makes the material recognizable. The fabric is strong and durable. |
| Velours | Natural material with the addition of artificial. Velor has several varieties, differing in composition and external characteristics. |
| Red flock | The composition can be completely natural or artificial. Flock is often used for furniture upholstery; the fabric is durable and pleasant. |
| Velvet | Velvet, made from natural materials, has high wear resistance, does not cause allergic reactions and is not afraid of moisture. |
Types by layout mechanism
| Sofa book (“click-clack”) | The design can take two positions, sitting and lying. Unfolds and folds when the seat is raised. | |
| Eurobook | The mechanism can withstand heavy loads. The main part, which serves as a seat, is pulled out using metal or wooden guides. The second half is lowered manually. | |
| Accordion | It unfolds like an accordion by pulling the bottom of the seat. Visually, the sofa can be divided into three equal parts, two of which fold into the back, one into the seat. | |
| Roll-out | The design mechanism is located in the seat part, which extends and pulls all the components along with it. | |
| Cot | The model has two types: American and French. The basic principle is to fold out the structure, which is located in the seating part. The mechanism of the French folding bed is recessed deep into the sofa, while the American one, when folded, forms the seat and backrest. | |
| Dolphin | The mechanism is often used for corner sofas, resulting in a full-fledged double bed. Part of the berth is hidden under the seat; it is pulled out by a strap, simulating a dive. |
Types of mechanical layout
Sofas can differ not only in color, but also in how they fold out. Based on this, you can choose exactly the model that will be beneficial for your living space and on which it will be more pleasant for you to sleep and sit.
The book sofa is the most common type of furniture. When you lift the seat, you can easily unfold the furniture, turning it into a full-fledged sleeping place.
The use of the euro book is developing and increasing every year. Such models can withstand heavy loads, which is their significant advantage.
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A layout model such as an accordion resembles a regular folding bed, but at the same time such a sofa is much more convenient and comfortable during use.
Small or large sofa?
A miniature red sofa would look out of place in a spacious room. The room can be decorated with a classic sofa book accompanied by two armchairs of the same or different colors. A corner or modular model also looks harmonious in the living room; depending on the layout, it can occupy a place in the corner or in the center of the room.
The photo shows a minimalist living room with a red modular sofa.
For a small living room, a compact red sofa-book or a model with shelf armrests is suitable; they will provide useful space.
In a spacious bedroom, it is more appropriate to use a full-size bed; for a small room, a corner sofa bed is suitable; when unfolded, it has a large sleeping area. Using a straight sofa leaves corners free, which can be used for other pieces of furniture.
In the kitchen, they most often use a small, non-folding red sofa surrounding the dining table.
It is customary to install a classic straight model in the office. The size is determined by the area of the room.
The photo shows a dark red sofa trimmed with oiled leather.
A small straight sofa looks harmonious in a children's room, leaving more space for games and a work area.
What wallpaper to choose, wall color
Given the nature of red, it is worth choosing the color of the light carefully. If decorated incorrectly, the room can turn out to be oppressive.
Pure red furniture looks harmonious with light walls, white, cream, beige, gray.
The photo shows a set of a bright red sofa and armchair.
Red, close to a terracotta shade, is combined with warm tones: peach, beige, brown, green.
Rich red with wine notes combined with gray will give the room chic. The color is universal, it looks harmonious with cold and warm shades.
The photo shows a corner and straight sofa. Pillows tie the interior into a single picture.
Popular shades of cherry-colored furniture
The color of cherry furniture often resembles the color of expensive red wood. This is a warm shade. The color ranges from pink-brown (light) to red-brown (dark).
The varieties of the cherry tree even include cherry, bird cherry, as well as the Japanese tree - sakura.
The following varieties of cherries are used in furniture production:
- ordinary;
- Brazilian;
- American;
- Patagonian
They differ in texture and color of wood. The color also depends on the age of the plant. Younger ones, for example, have lighter wood.
After special processing, the color mahogany is obtained, which is most often mentioned when it comes to hair coloring. But wooden furniture of this color also looks beautiful. This is a brown color with hints of red, burgundy, and orange.
The colors of natural wood are imitated even in the production of such materials as:
- parquet;
- laminate;
- Chipboard or chipboard;
- linoleum.
Therefore, even with a modest budget, you can use furniture of this color.
Choosing curtains for a red sofa
Curtains are selected based on the stylistic direction of the room. The color can be consistent with furniture, decorative elements or decoration.
When using curtains in the same color palette as the interior, the main object of the room will be the red sofa.
Roman curtains with patterns in the color of the furniture will make the room warm and cozy.
The photo shows red velvet sofas. The pillows and curtains are made of the same fabric.
Thick curtains with a pattern and a lambrequin will support classic motifs in the living room.
Selecting combinations
Monochrome interiors rarely look stylish and harmonious, especially when using a pinkish palette. Therefore, when decorating a room in these colors, it is worth paying great attention to the neighboring shades both on the furniture itself and in the surrounding environment.
The “white + pink” combination is considered classic, which perfectly complements the delicate interior, doubling the feeling of comfort, freshness and airiness. The top three most preferred colors also include cream and gray, which give the room nobility, sophistication and sophistication.
These tones can be used both to create a minimalistic environment by adding glass, mirrors or metal, or for more interesting options with bright accents in the form of pillows, blankets, and carpets.
Pink also goes harmoniously with the following colors:
- Yellow (lemon, banana, pineapple);
- Green (lime, olive, marsh);
- Dark lilac;
- Beige;
- Red.
Non-standard options are also possible. For example, the combination of pink and blue looks interesting, and the addition of black brings brutality and restraint to the interior.
It is equally important to carefully approach the selection of suitable textures. Pink “loves” soft materials and delicate textiles, so it is better to give preference to fleecy fabric, fur, velor, velvet and suede. You can also include airy curtains and translucent flowing curtains in your interior design.
A color scheme
Red and black sofa
A popular combination of black and red colors makes the room bright.
Red-white
White goes perfectly with any colors. The interior of the room has a light character.
Gray-red
Gray shades are often used in modern interior design. In the absence of decorative elements, the room will turn out to be discreet.
Red-brown
The warm combination of colors matches the country and loft style.
Red-yellow
The combination of red and yellow gives the interior a summer atmosphere. An ideal combination for a children's room and an oriental-style living room.
Blue-red
A red sofa with blue elements is suitable for a classic interior. If you add themed decorative elements, you can get a marine, oriental or rustic style.
Red with gold
Rich color combination. An unusual pattern on a red sofa together with vintage armchairs will make the living room interior luxurious.
The photo shows a living room in a classic style.
Choosing a burgundy living room style
A living room in burgundy is a bold decision, which modern designers may be discouraged from, because light, literally sparkling interiors are in fashion, refreshing the urban dullness.
But burgundy is liked by those who know how to defend their positions, so a place for its inclusion can be found in any design.
Traditionally, this is a classic interior, in which there is gilding, ornate details, elegant and formal furnishings. Velvet and velor fabrics, often embroidered with gold thread, are used here. Curtains and furniture covers can be the same or monochromatic.
- For a living room in burgundy color, modern is suitable, but you should choose matte ones - natural solutions that can be easily combined with the natural palette. There is no symmetry in such an interior; all shapes and lines are smooth. Floral motifs and fresh flowers in pots are appropriate as decoration.
- Minimalism rarely turns to such an intense color, but in the design, details can be made on a neutral background in a red palette - sofa upholstery, curtains, burgundy carpet in the interior will look harmonious against milky, cream, gray. There will be no other decorative elements here, so you can paint a couple more small lamps or sofa cushions in burgundy if the upholstery is light.
The burgundy color scheme can be seen in country. Rustic trends will be decorated with checkered sofa upholstery, a striped runner, a pattern on textiles or wallpaper. This palette goes well with natural wood surfaces, so you can easily use natural texture in country style without additional coloring.
The design of a living room in a high-tech style can be made in burgundy color, but glossy surfaces will predominate here. Therefore, most often this tone paints the fronts of cabinets and furniture if the room is combined with a kitchen. Manufacturability, the use of metal and glass smooth out the richness of the wine palette.
Such a deep shade is rarely seen in such design directions as Provence, Scandinavian and Mediterranean styles. These are bright, sunny interiors in which light colors are preferred and fundamental. And the accents here are either restrained or natural.
Sofa in the interior of the rooms
Living room
A red sofa will indicate a relaxation area in the living room. Pillows and bedspreads that echo other shades will tie the interior together.
Kitchen
Depending on the color saturation, the kitchen can be designed in a retro or modern style. A red sofa can be a separate bright element or combined with a kitchen set and kitchen decoration. In small urban kitchens, a miniature corner model is often used around the dining table.
Children's
Bright red is ideal for a child's room. Red color is energetically strong, which corresponds to a childish character.
Bedroom
Deep red with wine notes will make the bedroom romantic. The sofa can be the main bed or a separate seating area.
Where can you use crimson color?
The main advantage of raspberry color is that it is universal. There is not a single place in the house where it could not be used, if you approach the matter with imagination and understanding of the basic principles of working with the interior.
Kitchen
The perfect place to apply the crimson color. Firstly, it is in the kitchen that the beginning of the day takes place, when optimism and energy are so needed. Secondly, a bright kitchen looks bold, not provocative or inappropriate. Even a crimson refrigerator or a crimson sofa in the kitchen interior will look appropriate if everything is thought out well.
Raspberry chair upholstery
Raspberry color in pastel shades in the interior
Raspberry velvet sofa cushions
Children's
It won’t be as simple as with a kitchen, but if you combine colors correctly, the result can be just as good. For a very young child, you need to combine soft pastel shades with raspberry. Bright colors are suitable for a tomboy schoolchild (ideally, however, the sleeping area should be fenced off directly with a curtain or screen so that the brightness does not interfere with the child’s sleep). For a romantically inclined girl, a combination with delicate pink or lilac is a good choice. Crimson curtains would be very appropriate in the interior of such a children's room.
Raspberry curtains in the living room
Raspberry color in the bedroom interior
Living room
A little more controversial. Crimson walls in the interior do not look strict, representative or important. On the contrary, they look youthful, unusual, energetic and therefore are not suitable for every style. You won’t get any classics with them, but if you want to decorate a cozy, maximally informal living room, they will look perfect.
Bedroom with raspberry accents Raspberry wall in the bedroom
Bedroom
Raspberry harmonizes with soft pastel colors, which means it can also be used in the bedroom. The main condition is that there should not be too much of it, no wallpaper, only accents, careful selection, very careful use. Still, it is better suited for kitchens than for places where you are supposed to sleep.
Raspberry color in the interior of the dining room
Raspberry-colored textiles in the interior
Bathroom
Not ideal, but quite a suitable place. Bright tiles, bright floors, combination with white or yellow will look great. It will be a pleasure to use such a bathroom in the morning to invigorate yourself and ensure a good mood for the whole day.
Raspberry bath
You don't have to be a professional designer to know which interior looks good and which one should be changed. Much more important is good taste, attention to detail and the ability to first make a sketch and only then start repairing.
Japanese crimson curtains
Patience, accuracy, and interest in details will allow you to incorporate crimson color into the interior so that it will look absolutely delightful.
Raspberry color in the interior of a country house
Style selection
Classic
A calm red sofa in combination with armchairs of a different color is suitable for a classic interior.
Minimalism
In a minimalist style, a red sofa will become a bright spot. The interior of the room turns out stylish.
Country
A red sofa in a rustic interior will be successfully complemented by carpets and textiles.
Chesterfield style
The Chesterfield style sofa is characterized by diamond stitching and a flowing shape.
Drawing on the sofa upholstery
Monograms
Ornate patterns on a red background will support the aristocratic character of the room.
Flowers
Floral and plant patterns will make the interior cozy. Depending on the image technique, the design will be classic or modern.
Cell
The Scottish check does not look pretentious, but at the same time it makes the interior unique.
Strip
Will help dilute the red tint. The interior will be playful, and decorative pillows will support the overall theme.
With photo print
Modern technologies make it possible to apply absolutely any image to fabric. Fantasy can be unlimited.
The photo shows a living room combined with an office. The zones are united by red furniture.
Decor
Pillows
When using furniture of different colors, pillows with a common print will unify the overall picture of the interior. The material of the pillows can be contrasting or in the same color palette as the sofa or curtains.
The photo shows a living room in a modern style. The red fabric sofa is decorated with multi-colored pillows.
Plaid and bedspread
A blanket and bedspread perform not only a decorative function, but also a useful one. Helps avoid soiling the surface of the sofa. The shade can be in the same color scheme as curtains or other pieces of furniture.
Case
A convenient and practical design method allows you to protect the surface from contamination, and also, if desired, change the color.
In the photo, the red matting cover is decorated with white braid.
Carpet for the sofa
A beautiful carpet will become a connecting link in the interior; it can combine the shades in which the room is decorated. Depending on the pattern, it will support the stylistic direction of the interior.
With ottoman
The Turkish detail creates additional space for relaxation. The design can be independent or integrated with the sofa.
With a table on the armrest
Functional design will create additional useful space. The table can be located on the armrest or along the entire circumference of the sofa.
Cherry furniture and accessories
When determining which colors cherry goes with, you need to take into account the fact that this shade is very popular in the manufacture of furniture, so you need to select accessories so that the interior does not seem too gloomy.
Cherry-colored furniture can be made in rich, bright colors or have muted colors. Oxford cherry looks very beautiful, as the wood has a muted cherry tint. In the bedroom, a set of this color can be combined with light green wallpaper, light flooring, and olive-colored curtains.
Against the background of cherry-colored furniture, carpeting and textiles made in muted orange, olive and milky tones look good.
