She advises people to begin by considering whether their living room will serve as a formal or informal space.
Morris recommends looking for cleaner lines, tight backs, and moderate depth if you want a formal sofa.
If you have space for two sofas in yourliving room, what kind of configuration most appeals to you?
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Below, we’re sharing 38 living room couch ideas that will surely inspire you.
There are so many different leather sofa options that can suit all kinds of spaces.
This lighter color couch looks right at home in a mod, airy loft-style living room.
Louis Duncan-He
This black leather sectional is comprised of two different pieces placed side by side.
Here, a beautiful and bold marigold yellow adds a sunny touch to this charming living room.
This setup is ideal for those who love to entertain often and always need space for plenty of guests.
Alvin Wayne
The playful blue and white fabric is full of whimsy and fits right into this eclectic English living room.
Vibrant Velvet
Victoria Bell
A teal green velvet sofa brightens up this otherwise simple living room.
They symbolize comfort and relaxation and are generally accompanied by minimalist decor pieces and neutral colors.
Michelle Boudreau Design
Here, a checkered sofa complements the other playful patterns in this color-filled living room.
Traditional Tufted
Tufted sofas add a traditional, English-inspired touch to any room.
They play into a welcoming, laid-back aesthetic.
Erin Williamson Design
It’s great for those who like to play out or host large groups often.
“Typically these elements are the grounding force in the room and serve as the foundational elements.”
This leather one is petite yet can still seat two people comfortably.
White Sands Design Build
The more of them you’re able to fit, the merrier.
Geometric Sectional
Kate Marker Interiors
Thissectional is expansiveyet contained thanks to its geometric shape.
It can accommodate a whole group while allowing people to easily face one another for conversation.
Alvin Wayne
This deep gray pick fits the look perfectly.
This way, it will help ground and balance out the space.
Classic Plaid
Pretty plaid is excellent in a farmhouse-style living room.
House Nine
As a bonus, a busy pattern can easily camouflage stains.
This one looks extra comfortable to lean on thanks to its plush backing.
Two blue velvet sofas add to the room’s peppiness.
Desiree Burns
Don’t be afraid to fuse together two seemingly different styles of textile.
This living room is another instance in which the sofa is not pushed up against the wall.
Such a configuration can be helpful when trying to create different zones, Morris says.
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you might jazz up a floating sofa even further if you wish.
This classic sofa style gets a bit of a twist in this color-filled living room.
Don’t be worried about going beige or white even if you plan to use your space heavily.
Victoria Bell
These brass legs are incredibly artful and sophisticated looking.
Sweet Stripes
Becca Interiors
Who doesn’t love a striped pattern?
Textural Touches
Forbes Masters
Texture is a key element of any well-designed room.
Mary Patton Design
Textural fabrics will work wonders in adding a collected, storied look to your space.
But that’s not all.
“Bonustextures tend to hide the ‘real life’ war and tear a bit better.'”
Alvin Wayne
This soft purple almost leans brown.
Couches do not always have to be placed against the wall, designers say.
Placing a couch in the middle of the room may be the most practical option due to some layouts.
Mary Patton Design
This positioning also allows for a pathway.
Erin Williamson Design
Gray Space Interiors
Ashley Montgomery Design
Britt Design Studio
Tyler Karu
Charlie Coull
Charlie Coull
JLA Designs
Kate Marker Interiors
Kate Marker Interiors
Yael Weiss
Kate Marker Interiors
Michelle Boudreau Design
Light and Dwell
Kendall Wilkinson Design
Kendall Wilkinson Design
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Design byTracy Morris/ Photo byGreg Powers
Tina Ramchandani
Becca Interiors
Forbes Masters
Kendall Wilkinson
Kendall Wilkinson
