A necessity for your living room, a sofa/couch is a significant commitment, Literally! They not only take up most of the space in a room but also act as the one place where family and friends can make themselves comfortable. A sofa/couch beautifies your area, but they can be extremely tricky!

These few smart tips on choosing the right piece to be your centre of attraction will not only help you pick the right choice according to décor but also enable you to understand and experiment with shapes and fabrics!

o Frame it right: The frame of the sofa/couch should be extremely sturdy without the wobble factor. One needs to ensure that the sofa sits squarely on the floor for good durability!

o Colour it right: It is extremely logical to buy a sofa that is neutral and subtle so that the piece works in a variety of different spaces. But if you’re the kind who like the pop then don’t be afraid to add colour to your statement piece to make it exciting!

o Comfort comes first! : One needs to ensure the convenience of not only themselves but also others that they entertain. A sofa should not only be comfortable to sit in but also be the kind where your back is entirely at ease.

o Ottomans are the hidden gems that maybe missing from your space .It can be used as storage, extra seating , and a coffee table. A pouffe is a versatile furnishing that can that can be round, cylindrical or cube like ,often used for extra seating.

o The more, the better: To accommodate more people, you need more space. For this choose the size of the sofa sofa according to the need. You can go for two cushions , three cushions or a bench cushion style. Sectional sofas with either a Right or a Left Chaise look quite accommodating if placed at proper angles in the space. Sofa cum beds give you the perfect mix of style with utility and are perfect for the studio or a small room.

o Texture it right: Lifestyle is an important consideration when deciding on a sofa fabric. Fabric sofas are perfect for grown-ups, sophisticated spaces while easy to clean materials like Faux Leather are ideal for the kid’s room. Faux leather is lighter and less restrictive as compared to real leather, thus perfect for rough use.

o Pattern: Just like colour, patterns are preferred to be subtle so that they can quickly adjust to any room. But a little risk never hurt anyone! If you’re the kind who is quirky, then, by all means, go for it!