Ottomans and Poufs

Q: Should the ottoman be higher than the couch?

Ideally, an ottoman will be the same height as the couch cushion. This is so your legs will sit in a comfortable position when you use the ottoman as a footrest. An ottoman that is too high relative to the couch will be awkward to rest your legs on.

Q: How much space should be between the ottoman and the couch?

This depends on the current function of the ottoman. If you’re using it as extra seating, then place it at least 75cm from the couch. If you’re using it as a footrest, then 30cm from the couch should be about right.

Q: Can you use poufs as coffee tables?

Yes, you can use a pouf as a coffee table. Nearly all poufs will be appropriate to display books on, however, if you’re planning to rest beverages on a pouf then a firmer variety will be best. Multiple poufs can be grouped together to create a table with a larger surface.

Q: Where can you put a pouf in a living room?

In New Zealand, a pouf will look best if it’s situated to serve a function such as being a footrest, extra seating, or a coffee table.

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Versatility and adaptability are key to fulfilling the potential of a modern lounge or living room. Ottomans and poufs are rising stars in this department, with contemporary pieces able to be used as seating, footstools or even coffee tables. ArchiPro offers high-quality ottomans and poufs, all from trusted suppliers in New Zealand.

Vista seating

McGreals

'Baja' Ottoman / Emery

Mono Pouf Medium by Fredericia

Round Boucle Ottoman/Coffee Table

Newport Teak Outdoor Ottoman

Pleasure 2.0 Outdoor Pouf by Atmosphera

Wolf & South

Kasbah Ottoman

Profile Furniture

'Baja' Ottoman / 80cmD x 40cmH / Fabric - Lierna Boucle

Indie Home

$1,555.00

Levante Outdoor Pouf by Atmosphera

Round Cowhide Ottoman 1m - White

Soft 90 Square Outdoor Pouf by Atmosphera

Wolf & South

Zante Outdoor Pouf by Atmosphera

Round Cowhide Ottoman 1m - Tan/white

Republic Home

$2,595.00

Featuring the best ottomans and poufs in New Zealand

The ottomans and poufs featured by ArchiPro are stylish and practical, coming in a vast range of designs, materials and colours. Many incorporate hidden storage space, providing you with a clever storage solution for your lounge or living room. Poufs, on the other hand, are sometimes described as the contemporary beanbag, yet they’re actually a much more versatile piece of furniture. They can be a comfortable seating option, a dependable footstool, or somewhere to rest a drink or book while you relax on your lounge suite.

Types of ottomans

Aside from standard ottomans, there are also coffee table ottomans, which are sturdy and stain-resistant, storage ottomans, which feature hidden storage space, tufted ottomans, which use detailed buttoning to give a classy look, and sleeper ottomans, which conceal a pull-out bed. Ottomans exist in different sizes and shapes, square, or round but also large or small.

Types of poufs

Variations of the pouf generally differ in appearance, softness and material. There are many options available in New Zealand, including cube poufs, woven poufs, knitted poufs, Morrocan poufs and leather poufs.

Types of footstools

Footstools are versatile pieces of furniture that serve many purposes. They can be used as a place to rest the feet or as an extra seat. They come in different sizes and types, they can be low or high, with natural materials like wool, leather. Footstools can have some storage.

The advantages of high-quality ottomans and poufs

Ottomans and poufs can supplement your sofas or lounge suite to add more versatility to your living room. These clever pieces of furniture can generally act as footstools or coffee tables until more guests arrive, looking for somewhere to sit, at which point they become comfortable and chic seating solutions. High-quality ottomans and poufs are easy to move, allowing living and lounge rooms in New Zealand to be constantly rearranged as their occupants see fit.

How to choose the ottomans and poufs that are right for you

Choosing the right ottomans and poufs will largely come down to style. You’ll want your ottomans and poufs to complement the decor of the lounge and the other lounge room furniture. If you’re buying an ottoman, ask yourself whether extra storage space would be useful to you, as storage ottomans are widely available in New Zealand. If you’re looking to buy poufs, consider what their primary function will be in the lounge. If they’re going to be used mainly for seating, you’ll probably want larger, softer poufs.

Do ottomans need to match the couch?

No, ottomans do not necessarily need to match the other furniture in the room. As long as the styles complement each other, you should be fine. If you don’t have an eye for interior design, perhaps ask the opinion of a friend or family member who does or consult a professional.