A comfortable and comfortable sofa is indispensable in the interior. And sofas with an ottoman are not only comfortable, but also quite functional. They are in great demand due to their capacity. On the market you can find various models with an ottoman, in different colors. Corner sofas are especially popular. Let's consider them in more detail.
Features, advantages and disadvantages
In order to understand the charm of this furniture, you should first deal with the name “ottoman”, which is incomprehensible to many. After all, some do not even know what it is. In the usual sense, the ottoman is a small sofa chair with a backrest consisting of two or three removable pillows. The kit also has two oblong round pillows that replace the armrests. In another way, such models are also called ottoman.
The first constructions with an ottoman appeared in Asia and served there as benches. People sat on them waiting for the line. After the Ottoman was brought from Asia to Europe, it underwent changes and began to look more like a couch in ladies' apartments. She was upholstered with expensive fabrics, they began to add a lot of pillows instead of armrests.
But time does not stand still. Designers, relying on old solutions, came up with something new. There were sofas with an ottoman.
If we talk about direct sofas with an ottoman, in this case it is a small pouf and goes as an addition to the main furniture. In the case of corner models, the Ottoman extends the corner of the sofa, forming at the same time another 1-2 seats.
In regular corner sofas, the ottoman does not change its location.In any case, you will have to disassemble the structure to change the position of the parts. But in modular versions, a change of position of the Ottoman is possible. The positive aspects of this configuration include the following features.
- It will be a great solution in any interior. It can become his "highlight".
- Multifunctional and comfortable model.
- Due to the mechanism, the sofa unfolds and turns into a comfortable double seat.
- It has various sizes, color palette and workmanship.
- The sofa harmoniously looks not only near the wall, but also in the middle of the room.
Of the negative sides, it can be noted that angular construction will require large space. This means that in narrow rooms and small rooms, this option will look too bulky and heavy.
Varieties
The stores offer a large selection of sofas with an ottoman. Therefore, it becomes quite difficult to immediately make a choice. In monolithic designs, the Ottoman repeats all the contours of the sofa itself, as it is an integral part of it. Usually there is a box for storing bedding or other small things.
If the design is modular, then the ottoman is often used as a pouf and pushed 30-40 cm away from the sofa itself. If the design of the resulting pouf is made with a soft backing, then it is used as a footrest. This model can also be used as a bedside or tea table, which combines storage space.
A sofa with an ottoman can be either folding or not folding. A folding sofa is the most popular model, because when folded it has a fairly large area that can be used for relaxation. And when unfolded, this is a great place to sleep, which in size is not inferior to a double bed.
The mechanisms that are used for folding the sofa:
- accordion;
- Eurobook;
- dolphin;
- tick-tock;
- sedaflex.
Non-folding models are used only as seats when meeting guests. If the dimensions allow, then on such a couch one person can sleep. If the size of this model is small, then it can be placed in the hallway or in the hall. These models do not have armrests.
Dimensions
The following dimensions can be considered the standard sizes of sofas with an ottoman: width 205 cm, depth 160-165 cm, height 90 cm. Dimensions of a berth: width - 158-160 cm, length - 205-210 cm. Of course, all parameters can vary up or down. Much depends on where exactly you want to put the selected model, what are the sizes of free space that you can occupy.
For example, there are large models whose width reaches 360 cm, depth - 195 cm, height - 95 cm.
Selection tips
Before choosing a particular sofa, it is worth determining the availability of free space. It is important not only where you put the furniture, but also how much useful area will be left in the end. If the room is large and spacious, then large fabric sofas with an ottoman will do. It is better to choose transformer models with a soft and voluminous lining, which will create a feeling of airiness.
If the sofa is supposed to be used as a sleeping place, then it is better to select structures with a mechanism that will comfortably straighten. If you need to zone the space, for example, in a one-room apartment or studio, then it is better to choose sofas of a strict and regular shape, symmetrical and without any accents in the form of a carved back or too voluminous pillows.
When choosing a pouf, it is worth answering the question, why is it necessary, consider its role in the interior and the estimated dimensions. The functionality of the pouf is not limited to another seat. For example, it can become an additional tea table.
Examples in the interior
Consider some types of sofas in the interior.
- Bright yellow sofa with an ottoman fits perfectly into the design of a small room. A juicy shade will create comfort, and streamlined shapes and the absence of armrests give the model weightlessness.
- Sofa in marine shades It does not make the space heavier and looks harmonious in it. A pleasant blue color will dilute the severity of the white interior.
- Luxurious modular sofa Ideal for a large family or party. Leather upholstery accentuates the elegance of the interior in a classic style.
An overview of the ottoman sofa is presented in the video below.
