Art Nouveau Sofa Tips

Consider the advice on choosing sofas in the modern style is a must. After all, this choice is not as simple as it seems to most people. Unlike classics or minimalism, universal considerations alone will not be enough.

The word "modern" in literal translation means "modern", which immediately distinguishes this style from both classic and minimalism. A sofa of this kind decisively breaks with traditions and with all kinds of old-fashioned motifs. Massive, bulky constructions are categorically unacceptable. Soft lines perfectly match the spirit of style. Furniture in general should create a feeling of relaxation.

Be sure to maintain visual simplicity and unobtrusiveness. This is expressed in the use of smooth rounded lines. Art Nouveau sofas are perfect for a private house, studio apartment or apartment with an atypical layout. To emphasize such a style will help:

• explicit use of wooden elements (or at least their imitation in decoration, reproduction of the spirit of wood);
• plant and other natural patterns;
• forged elements;
• rejection of clear symmetry;
• muted colors.

Such sofas are a real classic in this type of furniture. The bottom line is that all the seats are located on one straight line. You can put a straight sofa along any sufficiently long wall, and you won’t need too much space. You can use it in every room - even in the kitchen, if there is such a need. Direct sofas are multifunctional, as they are usually equipped with transformation mechanisms.

Rearrange such furniture, if necessary, is not difficult. However, when unfolded, a direct sofa will take up a lot of space. When you plan to systematically sleep on it, there should not be any objects nearby. Otherwise, they will have to be constantly pushed back. The placement of a direct sofa is determined only by one’s own taste.

This type of sofas in modern style is in demand in recent years. It can comfortably accommodate even a large company immediately. It’s also attractive that on the corner sofa you can sit down and lie down. It will perfectly fit into any free corner in the room. Another valuable property is the suitability for zoning a room with a clear guest area (extremely important for studio apartments).

Please note that not all corner sofas are universal. In the normal case, the position of the angle cannot be changed. And if the angle is island, then this means that the angle is formed from several elements together. Modern corner constructions are developed with the expectation of maximum comfort on the sleeping surface. When folded, they look very compact and allow you to free up maximum space in the house.

This form is comfortable and convenient at the same time. In addition, it allows you to visually stand out. Thanks to the modular structure, it is not difficult to remake a sofa. Its assembly is original. But in small rooms U-shaped sofa is undesirable.

Sofa beds are suitable for those people who need a full-fledged berth for every day, which is also transformed daily into a berth. True, folding mechanisms can wear out quickly. But here a lot depends on the quality of execution.

The difference may be on the folding mechanism. So, sofa sofas are genuine "veterans" of the domestic furniture market. However, their popularity almost did not decrease even after the appearance of a number of new developments. On the "book" it is convenient to sit during the day and sleep at night equally. The problem is that for folding the sofa you need to move it against the wall, and for folding, move it away, while the wall covering can quickly wear out.

“Click-gag” looks like a “book”, but the transforming mechanism is more complicated. The name of this type of sofas gave a typical sound that is heard when manipulating them. Thanks to the special intermediate “relax” position, daytime sitting rest is as comfortable as possible. Moving sidewalls easily turn into comfortable headrests if someone decides to fall asleep. “Click-gag” will not disappoint owners of small-sized apartments.

Talking about sofa materials rarely affects its frame. In most cases, budget models are created on the basis of particleboard or MDF. But the Art Nouveau style imposes its limitations: according to its canons, it is desirable to trim all visible surfaces in natural wood. And covering wood chipboards with a simple veneer with an appropriate pattern is not a good idea. Such a sofa will look good, but the veneer is short-lived.

Much more attractive to use scotchguard. This subspecies of jacquard is not too actively clogged, which simplifies everyday life. In addition, the scotchguard is resistant to moisture and does not accumulate static electricity. The only difficulty is that such a fabric is very expensive. Roads and tapestryBut this material is perfect for the most chic interior.

Plain jacquard valued because it does not sag and does not burn out even with a long sunny day. You can choose many other types of fabrics for sofa upholstery, but in any case, you need to take into account such subtleties as:

• degree of mechanical impact on the upholstery;
• humidity level;
• intensity of sunlight;
• aesthetic perfection of the solution.

To determine the optimal color of the sofa is possible only taking into account the specifics of the interior. Monochrome tones are almost universal, and besides, such solutions will not cease to be fashionable even in the distant future. White color perfectly enters both the laconic room and the room with a bright design. It is appropriate to supplement the white sofa with pillows and bedspreads in rich catchy colors. Then he certainly will not be lost visually among the whole composition.

You can also use sofas in the following colors:

• red;
• green
• ash pink;
• gray;
• light brown.

As already mentioned, the key role in the choice is played by the compliance of furniture with the design of the room. It is equally important to consider the size of the sofa. It must be such that it is comfortable to use. Occupying extra space in a small room is not a good idea. If you plan to put the sofa on the wall directly adjacent to the doorway, it is better if it does not reach the doorway a little.

If the sofa is selected in the living room, it is advisable to give preference to models with internal drawers. It’s convenient to put items that are not needed at some point. The lighter the shade of the furniture, the better it will look in a small room.

• This photo shows a simple and concise art nouveau sofa. A light gray corner design with pillows of the same color is perceived very well against the background of a dark gray wall covered with roughness. And all the other components of the room are selected taking into account the requirements of modernity.

• White sofa with a slight angle also corresponds to the spirit of modernity. White, striped and partially olive pillows fit well into the overall composition. Against the background of a dark gray wall and almost the same floor, the perception of furniture is significantly improved. Decorative items also help to reveal the overall style. In general, we can say that we got a harmonious composition.

• The light gray corner sofa looks great against a very dark floor. The combination with flowing curtains of various tones is quite appropriate. The lack of excess decor on the couch itself looks stylistically justified. But the optimal combination with other elements of the design of the room is provided.

Tips for choosing a sofa are given below.