The living room is the showpiece of any home. It is the place where guests get the first impression of your home. This is why most people put in a lot of effort into their living room decor. And the most important piece of furniture in the living room is the sofa. A living room is incomplete without it. Furthermore, it sets the tone for the rest of your living room. As a result, a lot of thought should go into buying a sofa. But most of us have little idea of the types of sofas that are available, as we are mostly used to purchasing them as part of a set. So, with this in mind, today’s article is going to be about the types of sofas and how they are meant to be used. Without further ado, let’s start!
The Ottoman
An ottoman is a type of couch without a back. It comes as a part of most sofa sets and is commonly used as a footrest. In many countries, it is known as a footstool. Furthermore, it can be used as a coffee table. The name comes from its origin in the Ottoman Empire, where it was the centerpiece of living room decor. With time, they’ve become smaller in size, and are an important part of living room decor.
The Armchair
It is one of the most common types of sofas that you will find in any home and can be found in most sofa sets. It can seat one person and is generally thought of as one of the more comfortable forms of seating; mostly because you don’t have to share your seat with anyone. There are many variants of the armchair, but one of the more popular ones is the reclining chair. It is mostly bought as a standalone and often found in bachelor pads. If you’re looking to create a relaxation corner in your home, an armchair can be a great addition to it.
The Loveseat
Of all the different types of sofas, the most common is the loveseat. It is found in every home and no sofa set would feel complete without it. If you have a large living room, the loveseat would fit perfectly into any beautiful sofa set that you buy. On the other hand, if you have a compact living room, and have space for only one sofa, then there is no better option than the loveseat. Unlike the armchair, which can restrict seating space in your living room to only one person, the loveseat can seat 2-3 people. Match the color of your loveseat with your walls and overall decor for the best effect.
The Modular
In most large living rooms nowadays, the centerpiece would be the entertainment systems. And to accompany these systems, the most preferred of all the types of sofas is the modular sofa. It is a combination of smaller sofas and can be arranged into multiple configurations. Modular sofas are perfect for large families, or for people who host numerous large gatherings at their homes. With these sofas, sports matches and movie nights with friends and family will be more memorable!
Sofa Beds
Although it is not the most aesthetically pleasing, the sofa bed is extremely functional. It is a handy addition in the living room for those who frequently host guests and do not have a spare bedroom. As apartments have grown smaller and smaller, sofa beds have become more popular. Overall, the sofa bed is one of the most practical and useful pieces of furniture that you can have in your home.
All in all, the different types of sofas mentioned above have different purposes, but can be used together to spruce up your living room decor. But this isn’t where everything stops when it comes to sofas. There are numerous styles of sofas that make use of different materials. In a future article, we will be talking about the different styles of sofas that are available in the market. For more content like this, keep up to date with the Bproperty blog and let us know your thoughts on the article in the comments section below.
