Creating a cozy stylish interior is not an easy task, because sometimes there is simply not enough space to implement all the ideas. Especially a lot of effort is required to organize a space for relaxation: it should be comfortable, ergonomic, spacious and at the same time take up little space. It seems that the solution to this problem simply does not exist, but interior designers have their own opinion on this matter. To create an interior in a modern style, they are increasingly offering to abandon massive soft corners in favor of a U-shaped sofa, especially since such products are presented in abundance in furniture stores.
Possible configurations
Furniture manufacturers offer dozens of models of U-shaped sofas, among which there is sure to be one that fits perfectly into a particular interior. Choosing the right option, first of all, you should pay attention not to the upholstery material and color design, but to the design of the furniture. According to this characteristic, U-shaped sofas come in several types:
- static - after assembly, such a sofa has the shape of the letter U, and all its parts are interconnected;
- folding - such modelsequipped with folding mechanism;
- modular - the most popular sofas, consisting of several separate parts (modules).
In appearance, such furniture can also be different:
- equilateral sofa with and without armrests;
- models with a base of a sofa with armrests and with the addition of an ottoman and ottoman;
- central sofa, made without armrests, complemented by two armchairs or an ottoman on both sides;
- an option consisting of two equivalent sofas with an additional padded stool.
Connoisseurs of comfort can order U-shaped sofas from the manufacturer with a built-in bar and retractable footrests, and one of the armrests can act as a backlit coffee table.
Benefits of large sofas
Many people will probably be surprised by the proposal to put a large sofa in a small room, because the overall furniture “eats up” a lot of space. On the one hand, this is true, however, U-shaped models compare favorably with their shape. Such furniture has several advantages at once over an ordinary sofa and a soft corner.
- Capacity. From the usual straight and even corner sofa, the U-shaped differs in spaciousness. Even a large group of friends can comfortably accommodate here.
- Compact. Unlike a soft corner, such furniture will take up much less space. That is why U-shaped models are chosen forsmall spaces.
- Zoning space. Such a purchase will be ideal for one-room apartments and studios.
- Effective solution for any interior.
Living Room Solutions
Choosing a sofa for the living room, you should treat this activity with special attention. It is in the living room in front of the fireplace or TV that the family gathers in the evenings and it is here that all the many friends and acquaintances can be accommodated.
Happy owners of spacious living rooms can give free rein to their imagination and choose any sofa model they like with large armrests, a table provided and a wide back (it can act as a shelf in some models). Such a sofa, although it takes up a lot of space, will be as comfortable and roomy as possible. Even if some of your friends decide to spend the night at your place, such a sofa will turn into a spacious place to sleep. To enhance the effect of coziness and comfort, it should be supplemented with many pillows.
If the room cannot boast of large sizes, this is not a reason to refuse a stylish U-shaped sofa for the living room. A spectacular solution would be a model without armrests and, possibly, with a low back. They look more concise and take up less space, but their capacity remains on top.
Kitchen sofas
Who said that the sofa in the kitchen does not belong? On the contrary, this piece of upholstered furniture will fit perfectly into the space, especially if the working and dining areas are combined in the kitchen. To create a stylish, compact andA comfortable dining group sofa should be supplemented with the smallest thing - a table of the right size.
This interior design is suitable not only for spacious kitchens - by applying a couple of design tricks, you can successfully complement the kitchen in Khrushchev with a U-shaped sofa. What to look out for?
- Storage system. Many models designed specifically for the kitchen have drawers. They can accommodate a variety of kitchen utensils, thereby reducing the number of cabinets and freeing up space.
- Upholstery. In order for upholstered furniture in the kitchen to retain an attractive appearance for a long time, it is better to choose models with washable upholstery.
Sleeping sofas
Making the interior of a one-room apartment functional and stylish is always more difficult. This is explained by the fact that in one room you need to skillfully combine an area for sleeping and relaxing. In this case, you simply cannot do without a U-shaped sofa with a berth. In this case, it is best to choose folding models. Most of them are equipped with a folding accordion mechanism.
In the daytime, when folded, the device has a compact size and is quite suitable even for a small room. One has only to lift the edge of the sofa and pull it towards you, as the whole structure unfolds, turning into a spacious double bed. The advantages of the "accordion" is that the surface of the unfolded sofa has no joints and height differences.
Space zoning
Most oftenU-shaped sofas in the room are installed along the wall or completely fill the corner zones with them. This approach is not without meaning, because it is in this position that overall upholstered furniture will be as functional as possible and take up less space. However, designers are happy to use large sofas for zoning the room. This option should be chosen in the following cases:
- if the furniture is chosen for the studio, where you need to visually delimit the space of the kitchen and the room;
- if you need to achieve an island effect (in this case, the sofa is installed in the center of the room or away from the wall).
Modular sofas
Speaking of modern designs of upholstered furniture, one cannot ignore such models as U-shaped modular sofas. Their main difference is that they consist of several separate parts (often called modules). It could be:
- one main sofa with side poufs or ottoman;
- two identical main sofas with ottoman or ottoman;
- construction consisting of small individual elements (there can be 4, 5, 6 or more).
Modular options have many advantages over static models:
- if necessary, the whole structure can turn into linear, corner, U-shaped sofas and even into a full-fledged soft corner - for this, the modules only need to be put in a certain position;
- no need to choose furniture by size - this option is suitable for absolutely anyonepremises;
- Mobility - It takes very little effort to move furniture.
Features of interior styles
When buying a sofa, its dimensions and functional features are extremely important, but do not forget about its appearance. Furniture design that does not match the style of the room can easily ruin the whole experience.
- Hi-tech. The style that is so popular today in the interior requires maximum conciseness and functionality from furniture. Upholstered high-tech living room furniture should have straight lines and rich colors (white and black are also good). An excellent move - the presence of metal chrome parts.
- Art Deco. The manifestation of this style in the interior is the desire for a new and rich life. Sofas with an original shape of the back and armrests, an ornate pattern on the upholstery of a U-shaped sofa are welcome - the photo below shows just such an option.
- Provence. Quiet rustic warm Provence can be complemented by a sofa in delicate pastel shades. For more comfort, place as many pillows as possible here.
- Loft. In recent years, loft-style interiors have gained incredible popularity. In this case, you simply cannot do without a large U-shaped sofa. At the same time, it is better to choose concise, somewhat brutal models.
So, after all of the above, doubts about the advantages of a U-shaped sofa have certainly diminished. Indeed, by purchasing such upholstered furniture, residents get a great placefor sleeping and relaxing, as well as a stylish addition to the interior.
