Living Room Furniture

About Lounge Furniture

Living room furniture sets are a great way to bring a lounge together and turn an attractive space into a homely centrepiece for any property. Whether it's a large sofa and armchair set, bespoke Ottomans, or recliners for lazy days, lounge room furniture expresses personality and should be chosen carefully.

Advantages and Applications

Below are some key benefits of lounge room furniture.

Aesthetics

Lounge furniture creates an aesthetic that defines how a home feels. Whether it's austere, grand armchairs and sofas or lush, cosy day beds and recliners, a guest gets their first major impression of a home from the lounge. Customising lounge room furniture to suit the aesthetic of a home is always a good idea.

Comfort

Chaise lounges create a sense of decadence and luxury. Benches can offer a comfortable berth to many guests. The comfort properties of living room furniture depend on what it's being used for, but comfort should always be a priority. Selecting the right pieces is crucial, whether the homeowner is providing comfort for 1 person or 20.

Practicality

Living room sets shouldn't just be about the lush appeal - they need to serve a practical purpose. Benches, Ottomans, and pouffes can offer extra seating. Large sofas and chaise lounges can seat numerous guests or family members. It's important to ensure that seating is adequate for the typical number of users.

Types of Lounge Furniture

Sofas & lounge suites

Sofas and lounge suites are an integral part of most living room furniture sets. They set the tone for the room, and their direction (often towards the TV) dictates the configuration of other lounge furniture.

Sofas & armchairs are available in a wide range of upholstery options to suit any aesthetic. Comfort should also be a priority with these units.

Chaise Lounges

Chaise lounges are perfect for reclining and those who enjoy lazy evenings chatting or watching TV. They are available in styles that suit every home aesthetic and are an integral part of modern living room furniture.

Ottomans & Poufs

Ottomans and poufs work equally well as footstools or as extra seating. They are typically comfortable to sit on, although some are firmer for users who prefer a resilient footrest. They come in a wide range of designs and can bring a living space together.

Benches

Benches may be practical, comfortable, or both. Benches are often used to increase the seating area of any living space as they tend to be narrower than other types of seating. However, that doesn't need to mean that they sacrifice comfort - there are many beautifully upholstered benches available. 

Recliners

Reclining chairs are a popular feature of many living room sets. They allow the user to sit as normal in an armchair or fold the seat out to recline in luxury. They are frequently upholstered in leather or imitation but are available in various styles and materials.

Day Beds

A day bed is a type of sofa designed like a bed and offers the user similar comfort features. This can include blankets, cushions, pillows, and anything else that helps the user relax in comfort. These are especially popular with older folk who might want to doze off in front of the TV.

Lounge Suites

Living room furniture sets are designed to create a unified appearance. This helps cement the aesthetics of the most prominent part of a home and can create a great impression for guests. Living room furniture sets and lounge suites are great choices for this reason.

Wall units and Bookcases

Shelving units and bookcases are a great way to add storage and style to any room. They are available in a variety of materials, styles, and sizes, making it easy to find the perfect match for your decor. Whether you need to organize books, display art or keep clutter at bay, a well-designed wall unit or bookcase can be a game-changer.

Entertainment Units

An entertainment unit is a combination of style and practicality. It can store all of your electronics, while keeping TV secure and keeps your space clean and tidy.

Storage trunks and chests

Storage trunks and chests are versatile pieces of furniture that offer both functional storage space and a touch of decorative charm to any room.

Material and Fabric

From stunning, classic crushed velvet to modern synthetics that wash easily and create an attractive, neutral dynamic, the material and fabric chosen for living room furniture sets are extremely important. Popular options include:

• Crushed velvet

• Leather

• Faux leather

• Cotton

• Synthetic fabrics

Materials should be chosen based on texture and appearance.

Design

Design features are so important when choosing lounge furniture. Every detail needs to be taken into account.

Style

Features like soft arms on a sofa can make a big difference. Equally, a homeowner might want a stately leather set with hard arms. Upholstery is an important theme to keep consistent with living room furniture coordination.

Colour

Colour schemes are a fundamental part of any good lounge room furniture design. Coordinating colours before purchasing can save homeowners hassle and makes it easier to achieve a unified aesthetic throughout the home.

Size

Is that sofa too big for the living room? Will that armchair seem tiny if placed in the middle of a large space? The size of a homeowner's lounge room furniture is a vital part of creating a well-designed space.

Things to Consider

Buyers with pets should generally choose scratch-resistant materials. Likewise, buyers with small children might want to consider resilient, comfortable materials rather than stately upholstery.

Care and Maintenance

Materials like leather require very little maintenance. Cotton upholstery requires delicate washing, and modern synthetic materials can mostly be machine-washed.

Other house furniture to consider

Furnishing your home requires essential furniture for every room. Bedroom furniture creates a comfortable sleeping environment. Dining furniture is for family meals and entertaining. Home office furniture is for working from home or studying. Kids furniture provides a fun and safe space for children to play and sleep.