How to choose a modern sofa?

The sofa is a key element in the interior of any home. At the same time, modern models are distinguished by a variety of design, forms and options for execution. The rich assortment is easy to get confused, but if you take into account the main selection criteria, you can buy a product that will become a bright and expressive accent of any room. Let's consider in more detail how to choose a modern sofa.

There are several ways to classify modern sofas. For example, they may differ in the type of transformation mechanism, the presence or absence of support elements, armrests, internal storage systems, countertops. In addition, products are standard and built-in. Based on the type of execution, the models are straight, angular, radial, round, modular.

Products of each line differ in their nuances and characteristics, while they can be traditional or with a berth that can accommodate one, two and three users.

Let us consider in more detail the features of sofas depending on the type of execution.

• Direct. Such sofas are installed along the walls, near the windows. They can be placed in rooms for various purposes (in the bedroom, kitchen, living room, hallway, on the balcony or loggia, in the gazebo). Like other varieties, this furniture differs in size, depth and height of the seat, the number of seats, the presence or absence of armrests. It can be one- or two-level, stationary or transformable.Such sofas are purchased for placement in rooms of different sizes.

• Corner. Analogues of the angular type are G- and U-shaped. Both those and other products are suitable for placement in wide rooms. With their help, the interior is zoned, outlining the boundaries of the guest space in the hall or studio layout room. This furniture can be compact and overall, which is why it looks appropriate both in small rooms and in spacious halls.

• Radius. Products of this group are distinguished by a rounded shape; outwardly, it is similar to a circle segment. Such furniture is used to equip large living rooms and open-plan dwellings. Depending on the shape of the bay window, it can fill the space of a rounded bay window.

• Round. Round furniture is completely unique. Its folded shape is a semicircle with a back back. The sofa becomes round after the transformation, while its parameters can be medium and large. Such furniture is suitable for arranging large bedrooms and living rooms.

The number of blocks forming a berth often varies. Some models roll out 1 semicircular block, while others form a berth of 4-6 elements.

• Modular. This furniture is a set of sections or modules from which a certain furniture set is assembled for the design of the guest area. Fixing furniture blocks can be typical and rigid. The second option is collected in the store, such furniture does not provide for independent disassembly.

Products of the first group can be rearranged at your discretion, changing the design of the furniture set. The set may include poufs, recliners, tables, armrests bars and racks.

Modern models of sofas can vary in degree of functionality. Some of them combine the functions of a sofa and a bed, while others can combine the options of a sofa and a table, a wardrobe. At the same time, the configuration of modifications is the most diverse.

• The two-level options are similar to bunk beds, but downstairs are equipped with a linear sofa.. Often under the seat is a roomy box for storing bedding. The ladder for such products can be located on the side or on the front side of the sofa. Compact shelving shelves may be located on the side walls, depending on the design.

• Modern transformer models of a multifunctional type differ in different dimensions. Options with a convertible table and bed when folded are not much different from their traditional counterparts. At the same time, it is the back and armrests that are the countertop and supports.

• Multifunctional cabinet models take up a lot of space. The design of such products is different. The bed is located above the sofa and unnecessarily transformed into a wall with a shelf or a table. This furniture has a different transformation system, including folding. For ordinary analogs, folding systems can be retractable, lifting, swivel.

Design solutions for modern sofas can be very diverse. Today, upholstered furniture with monophonic upholstery and a focus on functionality is trending.. Fashionable products are distinguished by the presence of built-in minibars, shelves for placing books, CDs, small figurines and other things used in everyday life.

Models may have functional armrest tables with integrated internal storage systems. In this case, the principle of opening the armrests can be withdrawable, retractable, folding. The upper part of the armrests is often equipped with a comfortable worktop. Depending on the design, compact poufs can also be located under it.

Convenient soft sectional sofas are of particular comfort, while their design can be very diverse.Models can consist of recliners, ottomans, armchairs with a wave-like shape of the sleeping block. In order to increase user comfort, manufacturers often supplement furniture with soft pillows.

The design of modern sofas is characterized by a craving for geometricity. At the same time, in the product lines there are models of a wide variety of styles and colors. In fashion directions minimalism, Scandinavian style, modern, loft, art deco and high-tech. Sofas can have chrome legs of different types and heights. The combination of metal with wood and expensive upholstery is considered the best basis for the design of structures.

Designs of modern sofas can be symmetric and asymmetric. Moreover, all types of products, in addition to frame, can be frameless. They can be made in the form of identical or multi-colored modules and so-called bags.

Creative options can be sofas on metal wheels, sofas-bags, nests, products with side-shelves, shelving. Youth models are characterized by bright upholstery with inscriptions and a combination of bright contrasts. Design dependent a sofa can have only 1 armrest or an asymmetric shape of the back. Some options are noteworthy in that they are laid out sideways.

Dimensions of modern sofas can be very different. Miniature versions of a single type can have a width of 60-90 cm with a seat depth of 45 to 80 cm. When unfolded, they turn into a single bed and are in length from 150 to 180-190 cm. Small options are bought for children, large rooms are equipped in small apartments. The length of linear structures of medium size is mainly 195-230 cm with a height of 1 m with a back, a height of sitting from the floor of 45-47 cm, and a depth of 80-100 cm.

Compact sofas with an angle can be about 2.4-2.5 m in length. The typical width of the corner or ottoman is 88–90 cm, the length reaches 1.5 m, and the height from the floor to the top edge of the back is 85-95 cm.

The diameter of round modifications reaches 2-2.5 m. Comfortable products can reach a length of 3 to 5-6 m. Corner sometimes occupy the main part of the room, while the size of a berth can reach a length of 2.4 m or more.

The length of bay window patterns depends on the type of protrusion and ranges from 2 to 4 m or more. The width of the modifications in this case varies from 180 cm to 2.2-2.4 m. The length of the window sofas is equal to the width of the window opening, therefore it can be 2 m or more (in rooms with panoramic windows and a studio layout it can reach several meters). Based on the design, the width of the window sill varies from 45 cm to 1 m or more.

Many leading companies are engaged in the production of sofas in a modern style. In the lines of the best models there are many products from manufacturers in Russia, Poland and other countries, however, several brands are among the best brands.

• Anderssen - A manufacturer of modern sofas with a wide range, including products of non-standard and round shapes. The company uses as a packing plate PPU with the addition of latex.

• Rivalli - A manufacturer of models in a modern style with an emphasis on functionality and minimalism of design. In production uses an orthopedic filler with a block on independent springs.

• "Shatura Furniture" - a trademark that differs from its competitors in the variety of design of its manufactured assortment. It produces guest, bedroom, kitchen and office sofas in a modern style from environmentally friendly materials.

• IKEA - A manufacturer of ergonomic furniture for arranging small apartments. She produces models with a simple design, sofas with a berth, which can be used as a bed for every day.

• Askona - a domestic brand that offers customers a comfortable model of sofas for furnishing a modern interior.

• Angstrom - Russian manufacturer of modern sofas for furnishing urban apartments and country houses. He offers customers models with a folding mechanism and without it, makes designs to order.

We offer several examples of the appropriate placement of modern sofa designs, taking into account the color and design solutions of a particular room.

Corner model without armrests, bought to emphasize the large living room in the apartment with panoramic windows.

An example of arranging a bright room with a white sofa with a carriage screed.

The choice of a laconic model of a sofa with a linear shape and metal furniture supports.

A modular sofa with a curly edge of the facade, thick soft backs, pillows and an ottoman that can be used as a table.

Designing a zone of coziness and comfort in the living room by purchasing two direct-view sofas.

A modular sofa in the interior of a spacious hall as an expressive accent and a functional resting place for households.

The design of modular blocks with white poufs, selected for the arrangement of the hall.

Radius sofa with tabletop, armrest and soft cushion seats.

A semicircle design chosen to accentuate a room in a city apartment.

A youth-style sofa that can decorate the interior of the room with an unusual background solution.

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