Designing your living room can be challenging when you’re not sure where to start. Investing in a sofa or sectional is an essential part of bringing comfort, style, and seating to your living room. Whether you are revamping your living room design or moving into a new home, your first thought may be, should I purchase a sofa or sectional for my living room? Both sofas and sectionals range in style, upholstery, size, shape, and seating space. Choosing between a sofa or sectional can be simple! Here are the 4 top things to consider when shopping for your new sofa or sectional!

Consider Your Room Size

Understanding your space and measuring your room can all determine your choice between a sofa or sectional. If your living room space is more enclosed, consider a sofa. A sofa takes up a smaller amount of space and is shorter in width compared to sectionals. While sofas may have less seating than a sectional, additional seating can be added to your living room such as a coordinating loveseat, settee, or accent chairs. When considering room size, also consider if a sofa or sectional can fit through the entrance of your home and any additional spaces leading to your living room. Try our measuring guide to determine if a sofa or sectional is the best fit for your home.

Consider Seating Accommodations

Sectionals are great for seating large families together comfortably. L shape sectionals, U shape sectionals, and sofa chaises can accommodate your family’s seating needs all in one piece of furniture. Sectionals give your family and guests a chance to enjoy each other’s company all in one room of your home. Choose a sectional for an open living room design to accommodate plenty of seating.

Consider Your Design Style

Accommodate your design style with your choice of a sofa or sectional. Customize your sofa or sectional to coordinate with your home design. A sectional is great for a modern living room design. Choose a sofa for a traditional or transitional living room design. Consider fabric, leather, arm styles, and leg styles of your sofa or sectional to coordinate with your living room design and personal design style.

Consider Your Comfort Needs

If you’re looking for a more formal living room setting, consider a sofa with a high back that’s great for sitting and having conversations. For a more casual and relaxing living room choose a big cozy sectional where you can layout and watch your favorite TV show. For ultimate comfort in your living room add in a reclining sofa or reclining sectional for the perfect place for your family to put their feet up, recline, and relax.