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Sofas for small living rooms: Tips for the right choice!
The challenge of furnishing small living rooms is a common obstacle for many homeowners and renters.
Space is becoming limited, so each piece of furniture has to be chosen very carefully in order to fit comfortably into the room, while remaining functional and practical – and, of course, without sacrificing style.
One of the most essential pieces of furniture in any living room is the sofa or couch.
And that’s what we’re going to talk about today!
More specifically, we’ll answer the following questions:
- What are the ideal sofas for small living rooms?
- What should we pay attention to when choosing the most suitable sofa for our small space?
Without further ado, let’s go over some tips to help you make the right decision!
1. Evaluate your space
Before you start actively searching for the ideal sofa for your living room, it is necessary to measure the dimensions of your available space.
Imagine the ideal length, width and height of your sofa.
Also, consider the position of doors, windows or other architectural features (e.g. a nook in the wall), as they may affect the placement of the furniture.
Understanding all of these and carefully evaluating them will be the first step to making the right choice.
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2. Get a versatile sofa (e.g. a sofa bed)
In small living rooms, each piece of furniture should serve multiple purposes to maximize functionality and optimize space.
A versatile sofa is a smart idea for small living rooms. More specifically, you could choose a sofa with built-in storage solutions or reclining mechanisms.
You could also opt for a modular sofa, which will allow you to adjust the seating arrangement according to your needs.
Finally, small sofa beds are a popular choice for small living rooms.
A sofa bed enables people to be accommodated without the need for an extra bed or extra space in the house.
At epiplo-alexandros.gr you will find stylish and versatile sofa beds to make your living room beautiful and practical!
3. Choose a smaller or compact sofa
Of course, the size of the sofa can’t help but play a role in your choice. Minimalist and compact design is almost a must for small spaces.
For example, a sofa with narrow arms and compact proportions or a two-seater sofa can prove to be ideal for a small living room without cramming the room.
4. Invest in a corner sofa
Another clever idea for small living rooms are corner sofas.
Think of a situation where your space is limited, which means you can’t choose a sofa with a long length.
And this is where a corner sofa comes to provide the solution.
Fitting comfortably in the corner of the room, it enables efficient use of space, while providing a sufficient number of seats for all family members or guests.
Its L-shaped configuration also creates a warm and intimate atmosphere, ideal for friendly and relaxing gatherings.
Still, many corner sofas allow for the possibility of detaching a part of them, which allows them to be adapted to various layouts.
You can also read: Coffee table: How to make the right choice!
5. Prefer light colours
Searching for sofas for small living rooms has various challenges, however there are many smart solutions.
In the art of decorating small spaces, optical illusions can really work wonders as they make the space feel bigger than it really is.
And you can achieve this with a strategic choice of colours.
For example, choose a sofa in light or pastel colours, such as white, beige, grey, mint green, seafoam green and so on. These colors reflect natural light, which makes the space look larger.
6. Give depth to the space with an armless sofa
Staying in the realm of optical illusions, here’s another smart choice you can make: get an armless sofa!
A sofa without arms leaves more of the room exposed and visually expands it, which is almost necessary for small living rooms.
7. Choose a sofa with legs
A sofa with thin raised legs is ideal for small living rooms, as this allows light to pass underneath and makes the space brighter and seemingly more open and spacious.
It therefore creates the illusion that there is more space available.
8. Avoid bulky or dark coloured sofas
Also, make sure to avoid bulky sofas, which will strongly cram the room and make it look smaller and narrower.
Therefore, the most elegant and minimalist designs are ideal for limited spaces.
It’s also a good idea to avoid darker colours (e.g. black, burgundy, dark grey, dark blue, etc.), however much you like them.
Given that the sofa is the central focal point in the room, your living room can become dangerously dark and look shrunken.
Sofas for small living rooms – In a nutshell
Furnishing and decorating a small living room presents several challenges, but with careful planning and imagination, you can maximize your space and turn the game in your favour.
The tips we’ve presented above provide great sofa solutions for small living rooms, so make sure to follow the ones that suit you best to make your space more stylish and practical.
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- Free space assessment
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