The 9 Biggest Sofa Mistakes You Can Easily Avoid
A sofa might just be the most important household purchase you make -- you definitely
Spend more waking hours on it than anything else in the flat.
Spend several thousand dollars on a piece from Knoll or Minotti, but to make it really
Fun, we decided to challenge interior designers to pick their favorite affordable sofas
And love seats (ones that won't become infamous for falling apart).
Under $1,000 -- and a few under $500.
"It's a surprise to find any upholstered piece under $500 these days, but this little gem
Looks like you may have stumbled upon it during a visit to Copenhagen. The price can't
Be beat, especially for the style.
"This great, simple sofa Is Really a convertible that turns into a bed (on the floor) for
If you want something more modern and benchlike,
the Henrick is a terrific option, too.
"This sofa reminds me of the work of iconic designer Finn Juhl.
Danish design, which would, of course, provide a timeless addition to a space.
Chair, and it's been reinterpreted in a traditional blue-denim fabric. It's as comfortable
As one of those chairs, too, giving you adequate support in the event you properly fluff it. Pair it
With a couple textural elements -- like a enormous basket to hold books, some Japanese indigo
cloth -- and paint everything else white.
"When I see this sofa, I just think comfy and cozy. The best part is it's a slipcover, so it
Can easily be washed -- and would make a great sofa for someone just out of college, or
Somebody who has little kids.
"The Esme sofa has a lovely sculptural form, and to me, the blue-lagoon velvet is
Fantastic. This tailored sofa would work well in a contemporary or traditional interior.
"A amazing mid-century look that won't break the bank. It can work well mixed with
Higher-priced pieces without showing its affordable price, so nobody will ever know you
Spent less than $800 for this great sofa. If you're looking for firm seating with generous
Width, this one's got that kind of comfort.
"There is definitely a resurgence of the 1970s and 1980s right now in furniture, and
nothing speaks to that time period more than the late Vladimir Kagan, who passed away
in April. Pop this in your living room and pretend you're at Studio 54, or in Richard
Gere's apartment in American Gigolo.
"I love how sophisticated the lines are on this sofa. The thin, black legs give it a bit of a
modern edge, too. I'd almost compare the look to a favorite pair of black pants -- skinny
but still comfortable.
"I love this smart little sofa and have recommended it to several clients, because it has a
Terrific texture that holds up with heavy use (it's covered in a creamy linen blend and
stuffed with down). The raw-oak, block legs and single-bench seat cushion give it a
Contemporary feel, too, and due to its simple design and color, you can accessorize it with
your favorite pillows and boho throws. The down filling is also extremely comfy -- great
for accommodating an overnight guest.
"Love this chic and classic sofa. It's like the perfect little black dress for the home. It's
even got the very modern addition of USB power plugs.
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