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No matter the size of your space, finding the right seating arrangement is crucial. You want to make sure that everyone in your home can relax in comfort but you also want your living room to be stylish and attractive.
Deciding between a chair, a loveseat, a sofa, or a sectional can be a challenge. The good news is that with a little strategy, you can find the perfect seating arrangement for your living room.
Things to Consider
Before you get specific about the seating in your living room, there are a few things to think about first.
- Layout and Overall Space
- Amount of People
- Atmosphere and Style
Space
The layout of your living room and the overall amount of space are probably the most important things to consider before you commit to your new seating arrangement. If you have your heart set on a sectional, you might want to reconsider if you have a smaller living room.
A big sectional sofa can make a small space feel cramped and claustrophobic but usually works quite well in larger, more open rooms. Likewise, a combination of chairs and a loveseat will work well in a smaller room but can feel lost in an open space.
People
Most sofas are made to seat three people, which can be perfect for close gatherings of friends and family. But if you plan on entertaining lots of guests, you might want to maximize your seating options. A sectional provides the most bang for your buck in terms of seating space. But it’s also perfectly acceptable to incorporate several chairs with a sofa for guests who want to preserve their personal space.
Atmosphere
The type of seating you choose can have a big impact on the atmosphere of your living room. You can find amazingly comfortable seating in any variety, from reclining chairs to loveseats, but the style of your furniture can change the way your living room looks and feels.
Sofas and loveseats tend to be more formal and can include intricate woodwork and other feats of furniture design. Sectionals tend to be more casual with an emphasis on comfort over style. But a casual look isn’t necessarily a bad thing! It just depends on the kind of atmosphere you want to create in your living room.
What to Look For
Chairs
Chairs are a great way to add personality to your living room while giving your guests plenty of personal seating space. Whether it's a club chair or a leather recliner, chairs give you the freedom to modify your seating arrangement with minimal labor.
And the best part of adding chairs to your space is that you can mix and match as you see fit. You can certainly match your chairs to your sofa, but you can also include statement pieces that have their own character. A quality chair also pairs wonderfully with an ottoman, which can provide additional seating space or serve as an impromptu table.
Loveseats
Loveseats are made for sitting close together and usually accommodate one or two people at most. While they might not provide the seating capacity of a sectional, loveseats can be incredibly stylish. A loveseat alone isn’t big enough to fit all your guests, but by combining a loveseat with a few comfy chairs, you can make sure that everybody has a place to sit without the size constraints of larger furniture. You can arrange your loveseat and chairs in different configurations to find the best flow, which isn’t quite so easy with a sectional or large sofa.
Sofas
A great sofa can be as stylish as it is comfortable. You can find sofas with individual reclining seats, storage consoles, cupholders, and more. And you can find sofas designed in a variety of styles to suit your unique taste. A comfy sofa gives you a place to decompress and cozy up with the ones you care about most. And depending on the size of your sofa, you can add other seating options to the space, like chairs and ottomans.
Sectionals
Sectionals are the ideal choice for upgrading your seating arrangement. A quality sectional sofa can provide seating for six or more people. Certain models may include reclining seats or a chaise to help you and your family relax. A sectional is a great way for family and close friends to gather together in one space.
Size is the biggest factor when considering a sectional. It can be a perfect fit for a bigger room but might disrupt the flow of a smaller room. And unless you have a gigantic open floor plan, you probably won’t have much room to add other seats to the space.
How to Decide
Ultimately, deciding on the right type of seating furniture is up to you. You’ll have more versatility by pairing your sofa or loveseat with some comfortable chairs. You can mix different styles to showcase your personality and rearrange seating more easily when the time comes.
But you’ll enjoy more coziness and comfort with a sectional. Sectionals are perfect for gathering small groups in one space or for sprawling out by yourself on lazy afternoons.
Just be sure to check your budget, the amount of space in your living room, and the number of people you want to seat before you make a decision.
At Watson’s, we have all the chairs, loveseats, sofas, and sectionals you want. When you shop with us, you’ll find an amazing selection and personalized service, along with the guaranteed lowest prices in the USA. No matter what kind of seating you choose, you’re sure to find what you need at Watson’s.
