What does loft furniture look like?
The loft-style furniture is contemporary in style and is suitable for both small and large spaces. They allow you to transform ordinary-looking rooms into elegant spaces, with functional and comfortable furnishings.
This type of furniture combines rustic textures with a minimalist decorative approach. It is practical and combines the old with the new in the choice of materials and in the design. The small furniture, like chairs, ottomans or side tables, are mounted on casters so that they can be easily moved around the room.
His favorite materials are leather, quality wood, aluminum, steel and chrome details. When you arrange your furniture, the space must remain airy. In the loft spirit, we therefore avoid sticking the seat against the wall. It is ideally placed in the middle of the room or as an island to delimit the spaces. Around sofa, we think of putting chairs, ottomans and a coffee table.
What you need to know about the corner sofa
This is a sofa with an angle, most often L-shaped and with one edge shorter than the other. This type of furniture has several advantages. It uses space efficiently and has a smaller footprint than standard sofas and armchairs. It is usually composed of a 2 to 3 seater sofa and a meridian.
The corner sofa frees up space where it is installed. It gives the impression of a more spacious and airy room. It is also very comfortable thanks to its size. As it is one of the most used furniture in the home, this criterion is important. We also note the very user-friendly nature of this type of furniture : with a corner sofa, you can gather your whole family in the living room to spend pleasant moments.
The size of the sofa
The first criterion to take into account is the number of places. If you choose a sofa as the only seat in your living space, you will prefer a large corner sofa. Most models offer models that can accommodate up to 4-5 people. With this type of sofa, you will therefore not have to provide additional seating.
Note that some models have ottomans, sometimes built-in. This is a significant asset if you often receive a lot of guests. This kind of corner sofa will also be easier to install in a small living room.
If you don’t have enough space for a large model, go for a smaller model. To remedy the lack of seating, you can plan to have loft style chairs in your living room. They can also be used as chairs for the dining room.
Corner left or right?
The corner sofa usually has a long side and a short side. You will therefore have to choose the model according to the layout of your living room and the location where you want to install it.
The choice of corner orientation will also depend on the layout that you aim in the room. Consideration should be given to the location of doors, windows, television and a possible fireplace. Before ordering, make sure you have clearly defined on which side the corner of your sofa will be placed.
If you have trouble making up your mind, you can opt for a reversible corner sofa. On this model, the meridian can be moved. You can then decide which side to mark the angle on and switch sides if that is not convenient for you.
Convertible sofa or not?
For this criterion, the choice will depend entirely on you. The convertible character of a corner sofa is not usually obvious until it is deployed. So it will not really affect its design. If you’re in a studio, the convertible is a no-brainer. On the other hand, if you are lucky enough to have a larger accommodation, you will only need a convertible if you do not have a spare bedroom.
Do you receive a lot of people on a regular basis? the convertible corner sofa is an option to consider to make your home even more user-friendly. Note that these models are most often equipped with a dual-purpose chaise. Its seat is raised to access a storage chest of appreciable size.
The design of your corner sofa
To create a loft spirit, bet on functional, practical and sober models. The corner sofas in one color fit perfectly into this style of decoration. You can create contrasts with cushions in another color. The design of the corner sofa is simple and unadorned. For more lightness and a feeling of height, opt for thin, metal legs.
Regarding the materials, the fabric can be quite suitable for a loft style decoration. You could also choose a model in leather or another material with an aged look. If you have children, check if the corner sofa is removable. If it is, consider buying an extra cover so you can clean it regularly.
The choice of color will depend on the color palette already present in your living room. If it is predominantly neutral, such as gray, black or deep colors, you can choose your sofa in a contrasting color. Remember, however, that the corner sofa is a relatively imposing piece of furniture. If you take it in a color that is too bright (canary yellow or electric blue), you risk only seeing it in the room. To keep it from overwhelming the rest of the room, you can stick with deep tones, like burgundy, gray, emerald green, or navy blue.