Furniture Selection Ideas
Is your living room décor in dire need of a refresh? Amidst the hustle and bustle of life, the COVID 19 pandemic has taught us to appreciate our living space more and more. We get to spend lots of time at home and especially in the living room. Clearly, a living room with the wrong furniture can be clumsy and unfunctional not to mention uncomfortable. Let’s delve into this key element of a living room – the furniture.
Sofa selection can appear like a walk in the park but in actual fact it is one of the trickiest tasks in interior design. Nevertheless, with the proper skill, finding the perfect sofa for your space need not to be a mammoth task. Usually, it a compromise between style, comfort and not forgetting size. Style to give the ‘wow’ factor to your space, comfort will keep you longing to rest on your couch and size to ensure functionality of the space.
By no means a new sofa stays in our homes for a couple of years. If so, then why not take time to consider the best before you purchase? Have a look at the following furniture selection ideas.
Multifunctional Sets
The big question is – what do you normally do on your sofa? Watching TV – that’s common. Often times we read, entertain guests, play board games and more often, we take a nap. A reader would love a set that is comfortable to sit up for long hours, space to place a laptop and maybe some books. Sanguines on the other hand, would love enough space to entertain their guests. If you have a small home, you wouldn’t mind having storage spaces below or perhaps a sofa that can be converted to a bed. Take these activities into consideration and you’ll realize the necessity of a multifunctional sofa set.
Sofa Set Size
When selecting furniture, the size is naturally the first consideration. It is important to have accurate measurements for the living room it will be going into. Yes, having a large living room is a plus but do you want the whole space taken up by your couch? Probably not. This is where an Interior Designer comes in handy to help with space planning and an intricate consideration for other items such as coffee tables, potted plants and other décor accessories.
Furniture Location
Once you know the right size you want for your sofa, the location automatically would have been determined. It is important to consider other possible locations for the set. This will allow you to select sets that can be turned around without too much effort incase you’ll need a little change for your living room. Change is like rest, a little turning and twisting here and there doesn’t hurt but if not considered prior, it could be costly.
The Perfect Fabric
It is essential to give fabric a careful thought. There numerous fabric types and your choice mostly depends on desired usage and your taste. Do you have toddlers in your home? Do you have pets? Once you find the right balance between stunning and durable, you are set and good to go. For sure, you will not be disappointed. You also have to take into consideration texture this will determine how comfortable the sofa will be. Other keys aspects to consider are durability and how easy it is to clean the fabric.
Flirting with Color
When it comes to choosing the perfect furniture, color selection is essential. While many people would prefer neutral colors for instance grey, beige, black, white and brown – in essence, those colors that can match with anything, other will leap at the chance to inject some funky hues into their living room sets. It is important to have color scheme for the entire room. Don’t forget that cushions are a great way to add color too.
Consider Maintenance
A spill here and there is often inevitable. Whether you have fallen in love with a certain fabric type or not, it is important to consider how easy it is going to be to keep clean and at its best. If you have pets, fabric that can be cleaned simply and quickly is a perfect choice, otherwise, investing in special cleaning products is necessary to maintain your couch.
Accessorize, Accessorize and Accessorize
Once you have made up your mind on the sofa set type, it time to personalize it to suite your style. Adding a few cushions here and there, pairing up with arm chairs, a befitting coffee table, some lovely curtains or cool rugs to match up your taste. There are unlimited options to explore when it comes to choosing accessories.
One of our core services is furnishing your home/office and decorating it to give it that unique touch. If you are on crossroads selecting your furniture, do not hesitate to talk to us on 0722 527 499. We will be delighted to offer practical solutions and turn your home/office into your dream space. While at it, kindly drop us a comment below.
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