Choosing a modular sofa with a berth in the living room

Modular sofas are becoming more and 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.

Modular sofas differ from traditional furniture in that their design allows for the rearrangement of existing units. They consist of separate independent blocks, while the structural elements can be very diverse. These are backs, poufs, armrests, blocks with built-in pedestals, 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 at will... It can be selected for living rooms of different sizes and shapes. It is suitable not only for walls of the usual type: such sofas can decorate bay windows. The interior with such furniture seems special: it is aesthetically attractive and modern.

With these sofas manages to zone the space. This allows you to introduce an unobtrusive organization into it. Such sofas are purchased for open or studio apartments. Their length can be varied at will, bending and shape.

In addition, modular sleeper sofas differ:

• variability of forms and design solutions;
• 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-release fasteners;
• variability of the price category.

Along with the advantages, modular sleeper sofas have several disadvantages. For example, they are not at all universal and are selected strictly to a specific stylistic solution of the living room interior. Besides, they do not fit every bay window ledge, they are difficult to fit in small-sized rooms.

Buyers refer to the significant disadvantages of individual models high price... Some sellers sell models as a kit, which is also not pleasant to buyers. However, large modules can be used as independent furnishings. For example, they can serve as couches, poufs, armchairs, including relaxation ones. These modules have a comfortable backrest and footrest.

The range of products is diverse, on sale there are options for frame and frameless views. The entire product range can be divided into 2 lines: sectional and transformable. Products can be equipped with internal storage systems, as well as transformation mechanisms (relevant for transformer modifications). The number of modules depends on the design of the sofa, it can vary from 2 to 50 pieces.

Sectional type products are characterized by a rigid connection of fasteners. They are assembled without counting on further adjusting the shape of the module, since it is not easy to do it yourself at home. Transformers are not fixed into a single system. In fact, this is a furniture constructor made of blocks, which can be given any shape. As with the constructor, there are often rounded or corners here.

The sides can be made in the form of poufs, coffee tables, stands for table lamps, organizer shelves, minibars. The mobility of structures avoids the static nature of the interior. The geometry of the rooms in which they are located is filled with dynamics. In this case, products can have different shapes: straight, angular, u-shaped, or even radius.

Models differ in the type of execution, the transformation mechanism and the type of packing used. Some of them are soft, others have orthopedic mats, in the production of others, spring blocks of various types (dependent and independent) are used. Of them the best type is considered to be independent small springs, packed in individual cases.

According to the type of mechanism, transformer models with a berth are divided into several options. Transformation systems are retractable, withdrawable, folding, swivel and lifting. Depending on the size of the product, the unfolded sofa can accommodate from 2 to 4 people. In this case, the shape of the facade of the model can be not only straight, but also round.

Depending on the model products may have legs, making it easier to clean under the sofa. Sleeper sofa modules can be equipped with pull-out and lift-type storage systems. At the same time, the number of boxes, depending on the modification, may differ, as well as their location. The design of the products also differs: some of them are symmetrical, others have one back, and still others have armrests and backs. Others are supplemented with additional mats and pillows.

Different raw materials are used in the production of modular sofas with a berth. The most practical type is wood (e.g. beech, pine, oak)... The frame and countertops are made of it, as well as boxes for storing bedding, shelves and built-in racks. In other models, individual elements are made from wood derivatives... Occasionally, modular systems use glass.

Transformation mechanisms are manufactured made of metal. As a filler, metal springs, synthetic fluff, synthetic winterizer and polyurethane foam are used. Used as upholstery natural and artificial leather, furniture tapestry, jacquard and flock. It is unique not only for its texture, it is resistant to dirt and is an anti-vandal material.

The dimensions of the product depend on the model, and therefore can be different: large, compact and standard. The sizes of the bay window models are matched to the parameters of the protrusions and can be from 2 to 4-7 m in length. The average height is 85 cm, however, higher versions can also be found on sale (with a back height of up to 95 cm). The average width of one module is 100-115 cm, the depth is 110-115 cm.

The dimensions of the ottoman can be 175x102 cm. The average dimensions of the modules of non-folding sleeping blocks can be 170x90 cm. The blocks can be longer (185, 190 cm) and 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.

Color solutions for modular sofas can be very diverse. Neutral grays, graphite, asphalt shades are considered the actual colors of the season. Having no emotional coloring of their own, they take on the mood of those tones with which they are combined 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, modular furniture is best suited for arranging modern rooms. It fits perfectly into the interior design styles of minimalism, hi-tech, art deco, modern, brutalism, bionics, lounge, military and some others.

It is also not suitable for the embodiment of the classic atmosphere. However, loft, grunge would be fine styles. In order for the sofa to fit as accurately as possible into the chosen style, it is important to take into account the color resources of a particular style. For example, minimalism gravitates towards neutral colors, modern style needs light beige or sand tones. The loft style interior welcomes a selection of brown, concrete and brick tones.

The choice and placement of a modular sofa in the living room depends on the characteristics of the perspective of a particular room. If it has a bay window, you need to put the sofa in the bay window. In this case, you need to choose the option, the shape of which fits the shape of the bay window itself... In this case, the type of transformation should provide for forward layout.

If there is no bay window, the room has an open plan, it is best to place the sofa in the center of the room. At the same time, you can zone the space with a U-shaped sofa, add furniture with a table and poufs. The sofa can be used to 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 more advisable to install furniture against the wall.

To make the product fit well into the interior, when buying, you need to pay attention to its color, design and functionality. It is important to inspect the operation of the transformation mechanism: its course should be smooth and soundless. The upholstery must also be inspected: any defects are excluded. The upholstery material must be dense, resistant to mechanical damage.

For reviews of modern models of modular sofas with a berth, see the following videos.