7 couch alternatives that are just as cozy and comfortable as a sofa
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Don't settle for a settee, explore our favorite couch alternatives for a more creative take on living room seating
A sofa, for many, is integral in a living room scheme, however, this doesn't always have to be the case, as we explore with our collection of couch alternatives.
Whether you're exploring small apartment living room ideas or are in the market for some new living room seating, our list of couch alternatives is here to inspire you to think beyond sofa seating.
From statement lounge chairs to utilizing awkward alcoves with cozy benches, there are a variety of options to consider for your living room ideas and beyond.
What Can I Use As An Alternative To A Couch In My Home?
'Sometimes, particularly if space is lacking, a sofa isn’t the most practical addition to a living room. Adding in smaller occasional pieces that combine functionality with visual interest and individuality is a great alternative – and they can take up less precious floor space,' say the design experts at King Living Design Studio(opens in new tab).
For some stylish seating inspiration, read on to see if any of our couch alternatives can reinvent the way you approach the seating in your space.
1. A Beautiful Lounge Chair
(Image credit: Alice Lane, photography by Nicole Gerulat)
From a cozy armchair beside a fireplace to a set of matching accent chairs placed around a coffee table, investing in a lounge chair – or two, can create a beautiful design feature and a comfortable place to sit in your living space – and you won't have to share the seat space with anyone else!
Gisela Lancaster, head of buying at Sofology(opens in new tab) says, 'an accent chair provides an opportunity to add a style statement to your room and is the perfect alternative to a sofa. Often chosen for an eye-catching silhouette, pop of color, or a pretty pattern that can lend personality and charm to a space.
There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to styling accent chairs. A single piece can transform a drab corner of your home, whether providing an unexpected flourish to your hallway or landing or simply embellishing the corner of a bedroom. Pairing chairs create a more structured look and offer a less imposing and more decorative seating solution for a living room.'
2. Incorporate An Ottoman – Or Two
(Image credit: Simon Brown Photography)
The design experts at King Living Design Studio say, 'increasingly, we’re seeing ottomans or daybeds replace the second sofa in living spaces. Not only can these pieces add visual impact, but also an element of practicality. When not required for seating, ottoman ideas, and daybed ideas can double as coffee tables or surfaces for books and magazines.'
Ideal for a small living room, an ottoman can be a truly versatile addition to a space. Creating an area of extra seating, as well as providing a surface store and display of decorative objects, they work wonderfully alone or in a collection; as shown in this open-plan living room above.
3. Create A Window Seat
(Image credit: M. Lavender Interiors/Janet Mesic Mackie)
Window seat ideas can create a calming and retreated seat space, and are perfect for enhancing bay windows across the home.
If you're looking into lounge seating for kitchen seating ideas, instead of choosing a couch, why not explore more space-saving options such as benches and window seats?
Kitchen designer Tom Howley explains how cozy seating zones such as these can help to promote wellness in the kitchen; 'whether you choose to read a book, have a cup of tea or partake in a little exercise, a designated wellbeing corner will help you to relax and maintain calm. This may be a cozy reading nook in the corner of a room, a window seat, a banquette lounge area, or floor space to roll out a yoga mat.' Read More…
