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Recommendation for 2nd sofa

4 years ago

Hi everyone! Pls see photos of the my work in progress living room. I tried to place an identical sofa parallel to the one that’s there but the room felt congested (as these are big sofas) and sight lines weren’t great also (due to the high backs). So, for the 2nd sofa, I have 2 options:

  1. A low back sofa in 2 corner pieces with a gap in the middle (as in the photo). Are these typically modular / sectional type pieces? How does one order these 2 part sofas?

  2. A tufted day bed.

I welcome your recommendations. Thank you.

Comments (9)

  • 4 years ago

    Thank you @Linda Dornan. I welcome other ideas to elevate the space as well.

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    I think you can add 2 more armchairs where the bench is and move the bench to the open space of you need the seating right now the coffee table is not serving any of the seating so move it closer to the sofa and use end table between both sets of cahirs or put the matching sofa in front of the windows You have lots of options but really sight lines are not an issue IMO since you are taller than the back of the sofa ,

    semonem thanked Patricia Colwell Consulting
  • 4 years ago

    Thank you so much @Patricia Colwell Consulting. I was trying to avoid blocking the window with taller furniture but will look into your idea to add the armchairs. Separately, I have the option to switch out the glass in the coffee table with white marble for a more contemporary look. Would love your thoughts. Thank you again.

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    I would remove the dark brown chairs to a different space...too crowded with your dining table. Add spinning chairs with pattern to break up all the solid fabrics...opposite from the couch. Add large houseplants close to the window.

    I have a monstera by a window, it's gorgeous and easy to maintain.





    semonem thanked lucky998877
  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    I just went through a similar design choice in terms of finishing the living area. Do you comsistently need additional seating or do you think something more is needed to finish the space.

    I didn’t need additional seating for my life style but i had an area below the window that looked unfinished and out of synch. I considered various options including a bench, a demi chaise or two arm chairs. Occasionally I wouod tease my designer by saying I wanted a recliner 🤫😂 My configuration was a bit different as I had a large vintage armchair which was a design statement and a couch so my design choices needed to complement those in terms of style as well as upholstery choices.

    I had a similar hard time finding a cocktail table and based on my extensive discussions on what to consider I would suggest modifying your table in some way. Not because glass is old fashioned but because it is too light visually for the rest of the design elements. In terms of my room, stone or wood wouldn’t work so I am swapping out the clear glass for either a smoked glass top or antique mirror. That way there is still lightness but with some depth.

    semonem thanked Helen
  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    Thank you @lucky998877 and @Helen! Really appreciate your ideas.

    Just for fun, I tried a different configuration. Please see the photos. Note that the brown chairs are placeholders for something a little wider. Also, there will be a minimalist black chadelier in the living area and the artwork, which is leaning will be up on the wall. Finally, l will have drapes. I welcome everyone's recommendations. Thanks.




  • 4 years ago

    The sofa looks much better on the white wall.

    semonem thanked lkloes
  • 4 years ago

    That really looks so much better! It opens up the space and improves the flow, giving a totally different feel to the room.

    semonem thanked Linda Dornan