Modular sofas are becoming more popular every day. They have a lot of advantages, meet the needs of users and become expressive accents of the interior. From the material in this article you will learn what they are, as well as how to choose the best option for arranging a living room.
Features, advantages and disadvantages
Modular sofas differ from traditional furniture in that their design provides for the permutation of existing blocks. They consist of separate independent blocks, while the structural elements can be very diverse. These are backs, and pouffes, armrests, blocks with built-in side tables, tables, shelves. In addition, the elements are end and corner.
One of the advantages of this type of furniture is the ability to purchase specific items as you wish. It can be selected for living rooms of different sizes and shapes. It is suitable not only for ordinary walls: such sofas can become a decoration for bay windows. The interior with such furniture seems special: it is aesthetically attractive and modern.
With the help of such sofas manages to zone space. This allows you to make it an unobtrusive organization. Such sofas are purchased for apartments of open or studio layout. Their length can be varied at will, bending and shape.
Using such furniture, you can create from classical sofas angular and even p-shaped, equipping cozy guest areas in this way.
In addition, modular sofas with a berth differ:
- variability of forms and design decisions;
- practicality, non-standard appearance;
- functionality and comfort;
- ease of use and durability;
- a variety of colors and types of modules;
- compactness when folded;
- the presence of quick-detachable fasteners;
- price range variability.
Along with the advantages, modular sofas with a berth have several disadvantages. For instance, they are not universal at all and are selected strictly to a specific stylistic solution to the living room interior. Besides, they do not fit every bay window ledge, they are difficult to fit in small-sized rooms.
To the significant disadvantages of individual models, buyers attribute high price. Some sellers sell models as a set, which buyers also don’t like. However, large modules can be used as independent elements of furniture. For example, they can serve as sunbeds, poufs, chairs, including relaxation ones. These modules have a comfortable backrest and footrest.
Kinds
The product line is diverse, There are frame and frameless options for sale. The entire range of products can be divided into 2 lines: sectional and transformable. Products can be equipped with internal storage systems, as well as transformation mechanisms (relevant for modifications-transformers). The number of modules depends on the design of the sofa, it can vary from 2 to 50 pcs.
Section type products are distinguished by a rigid connection of fasteners. They are collected, not counting on further adjustment of the shape of the module, since doing it yourself at home is not easy. Transformers are not fixed in a single system. In fact, this is a furniture designer of blocks, which can be given any shape. As in the constructor, there are often rounded or angular elements.
The sides can be made in the form of pouffes, coffee tables, stands for table lamps, organizer racks, mini-bars. The mobility of structures avoids the static interior. The geometry of the rooms in which they are located is filled with dynamics. At the same time, products can have different shapes: straight, angular, p-shaped or even radial.
Models vary in type of execution, transformation mechanism and type of packing used. Some of them are soft, others have orthopedic mats, in the production of the third they use spring blocks of various types (dependent and independent). Of them The best view is considered independent small springs, packed in individual cases.
When loading on such a block, only those springs that are affected are deflected.
According to the type of mechanism, transformer models with a berth are divided into several options. Transformation systems are retractable, retractable, folding, swivel and lifting. Depending on the size of the product, the unfolded sofa can accommodate from 2 to 4 people. Moreover, the shape of the facade of the model can be not only straight, but also round.
Model dependent products can have legs, which simplifies cleaning under the sofa. Modules of sleeper sofas can be equipped with retractable and lifting storage systems. Moreover, the number of boxes depending on the modification may vary, as well as their location. The design of the products is also different: some of them are symmetrical, others have one back, others have armrests and backs. Others are supplemented with additional mats and pillows.
Materials
In the production of modular sofas with a berth, different raw materials are used. The most practical kind is wood (e.g. beech, pine, oak). It is used to make the frame and countertops, as well as boxes for storing bedding, shelves and built-in racks. In other models, individual elements are made derived wood. Occasionally used in modular systems glass.
Transformation mechanisms are made from metal. As a filler, metal springs, synthetic fluff, synthetic winterizer and polyurethane foam are used. As upholstery use natural and artificial leather, furniture tapestry, jacquard, as well as flock. It is unique not only in texture, it is resistant to pollution and is an anti-vandal material.
It is difficult to tear, such furniture is bought by pet owners.
Dimensions
Dimensions of the product depend on the model, and therefore can be different: large, compact and standard. The size of the bay window models is selected according to the parameters of the ledges and can be in length from 2 to 4-7 m. The average height is 85 cm, however, you can also find higher options on sale (with back heights up to 95 cm). The average width of one module is 100-115 cm, the depth is 110-115 cm.
The sizes of the ottoman can be 175х102 cm. The average sizes of the modules of non-folding sleeping blocks can be 170х90 cm. The blocks can be longer (185, 190 cm) or more. The total length of the sofa can exceed 3.5-3.8, 4-4.5 m. The larger the structure, the larger the product.
Colors and styles
Color solutions for modular sofas can be very diverse. The actual colors of the season are neutral gray, graphite, asphalt shades. Without their own emotional coloring, they take the mood of those tones that are combined with in the interior. Such shades are perfectly combined with wine, blue, pistachio, brown, purple, coffee contrasts.
Besides them, modular furniture in burgundy, black and white, beige and sand tones is in fashion. As for the style of the interior, the best modular furniture is suitable for the arrangement of rooms of a modern type. It fits perfectly into the interior design of the styles of minimalism, hi-tech, art deco, modern, brutalism, bionics, lounge, military and some others.
This furniture is not suitable for arranging living rooms with retro or vintage styles.
It is not suitable for the embodiment of the classical atmosphere. However, loft, grunge will be quite suitable styles. In order for the sofa to fit as accurately as possible into the chosen style, it is important to consider the color resources of a particular style. For example, minimalism gravitates towards neutral colors, Art Nouveau needs light beige or sand tones. The loft-style interior welcomes a selection of brown, concrete and brick tones.
Selection and placement tips
The choice and placement of a modular sofa in the living room depends on the particular perspective of a particular room. If there is a bay window in it, you need to put the sofa in the bay window space. In this case, you need to choose the option whose shape is suitable for the shape of the bay window itself. The type of transformation in this case should include a forward layout.
If there is no bay window, the room has an open plan, it is best to put a sofa in the center of the room. At the same time, you can zone the space with a U-shaped sofa, add furniture to the table and poufs. With a sofa, you can zone the space of the room, separating the guest area from the kitchen, work area or fireplace area. If the room is small, it is advisable to install furniture against the wall.
To make the product fit into the interior, when buying, you need to pay attention to its color, design and functionality. It is important to examine the operation of the transformation mechanism: its course should be smooth and soundless. It is also necessary to inspect the upholstery: any defects are excluded. Upholstery should be dense, resistant to mechanical damage.
For reviews of modern models of modular sofas with a berth, see the following videos.
