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 designs, shapes and versions. It's easy to get lost in the richest assortment, but if you take into account the main selection criteria, you can purchase a product that will become a bright and expressive accent of any room. Let's take a closer look at how to choose a modern sofa.

Modern sofas can be classified according to several criteria. For example, they may differ in the type of transformation mechanism, the presence or absence of supporting 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, radius, 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 or three users.

Let's consider in more detail the features of sofas, depending on the type of execution.

• Straight. Such sofas are installed along the walls, near the windows. They can be placed in premises 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... Analogs of the angular type are L- 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 oversized, which is why it looks appropriate both in small rooms and in spacious halls.

• Radial... Products of this group are distinguished by their rounded shape, outwardly it looks like a segment of a circle. Such furniture is used to furnish large living rooms and open-plan dwellings. Depending on the shape of the bay window ledge, it can be used to fill the space of a rounded bay window.

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

The number of blocks that make up a sleeping place is often different. Some models roll out 1 semicircular block, others form a berth of 4-6 elements.

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

The products of the first group can be rearranged at your discretion, changing the design of the furniture set. The set may include padded stools, recliner chairs, tables, armrests-bars and racks.

Modern sofa models can differ in varying degrees of functionality. Some of them combine the functions of a sofa and a bed, others can combine the options of a sofa and a table, a wardrobe. At the same time, the configuration of modifications is very diverse.

• Duplex options are similar to bunk beds, but with a linear sofa downstairs... Often there is a spacious box under the seat for storing bedding. The staircase for such products can be located on the side or on the front side of the sofa. Depending on the design, the side walls can be fitted with compact shelving units.

• Modern transformer models of a multifunctional type differ in different dimensions.... Options with a convertible table and folded bed are not much different from their traditional counterparts. In this case, it is the back and armrests that are the table top 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 transforms into a wall with a shelf or table. This furniture has a different transformation system, including folding. In conventional analogs, folding systems are retractable, lifting, swivel.

Design solutions for modern sofas can be very diverse. Today, the trend is upholstered furniture with monochromatic sheathing and an emphasis on functionality.... Fashionable products are distinguished by the presence of built-in minibars, shelves for placing books, disks, small figurines and other things used in everyday life.

Models can have functional armrest tables with built-in internal storage systems. In this case, the principle of opening the armrests can be roll-out, pull-out, folding. The upper part of the armrests is often equipped with a comfortable table top. Depending on the design, compact poufs can also be placed under it.

Comfortable soft sectional sofas are particularly comfortable, while their design can be very diverse.Models can consist of recliner sections, ottomans, armchair beds with a wavy shape of the sleeping block. In order to increase user comfort, manufacturers often supplement furniture with soft pillows.

The design of modern sofas has a tendency towards geometry. At the same time, in the lines of manufacturers there are models of a wide variety of styles and colors. In fashion directions minimalism, Scandinavian style, modern, loft, art deco and hi-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 structural design.

Modern sofa designs can be symmetrical and asymmetrical... Moreover, all types of products, in addition to frame ones, 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 sidewalls, shelves. Youth models are distinguished by bright upholstery with lettering and a combination of bright contrasts. Depending on the design the sofa can have only 1 armrest or an asymmetrical backrest. Some options are notable for the fact that they are unfolded sideways.

The 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 medium-sized linear structures is generally 195-230 cm, with a height with a backrest - 1 m, a seat height from the floor - 45-47 cm, a depth - 80-100 cm.

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

The diameter of round modifications reaches 2-2.5 m. Comfortable products can be from 3 to 5-6 m in length. Corner ones sometimes occupy the main part of the room, while the dimensions of the berth can be up to 2.4 m in length or more.

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

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

• Anderssen - a manufacturer of modern sofas with a wide range of products, including non-standard and round shapes. The company uses polyurethane foam boards with the addition of latex as stuffing.

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

• "Shatura Furniture" - a trade mark that differs from competitors in the variety of designs of the assortment produced. It produces guest, bedroom, kitchen and office sofas in a contemporary style with sustainable materials.

• IKEA - a manufacturer of ergonomic furniture for the arrangement of small apartments. It produces models with a laconic design, sofas with sleeping berths that can be used as a bed for every day.

• Askona Is a domestic brand offering to the attention of buyers comfortable sofa models for furnishing a modern interior.

• "Angstrem" - Russian manufacturer of modern sofas for furnishing city apartments and country houses. He offers customers models with and without a folding mechanism, 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 accentuate a large living room in an apartment with panoramic windows.

An example of arranging a light room with a white sofa with a coach tie.

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

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

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

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

The construction of modular blocks with white poufs, chosen for the arrangement of the hall.

Radial sofa with table top, armrest and soft seat cushions.

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

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

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