Curated Finds for Matt | Sofa Options

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Hi Matt,

Inspired by your brief, I’ve pulled together a curated edit of sofas within your budget, focusing on well-sized three-seaters. As you didn’t mention a preference for fabric or colour, I’ve kept the selection quite open, a mix of modern farmhouse and more minimal styles, so you can get a feel for what direction resonates most.

Each piece has been chosen with how it will sit and feel in a space in mind, not just how it looks on its own. I hope this gives you a strong starting point and helps you see what could work best in your home.

DUSK

Malibu 3-Seater Sofa - Beige

When I read your brief, the Malibu sofa immediately came to mind. DUSK offers great quality pieces that balance comfort and style without needing to spend thousands. This design leans more minimal, but the dark wooden legs ground it nicely, adding just enough warmth. It gives you room to bring in a subtle farmhouse feel through styling, while keeping the sofa itself timeless and easy to live with.

Daals

Brigette 3-seater Sofa

If you’re drawn to a more traditional farmhouse frame, the Brigette sofa is a beautiful option. The silhouette brings a softness to the living room, while the light fabric keeps it feeling fresh and more minimal. It also gives you flexibility, you can layer in colour or pattern through cushions and throws without the space feeling overwhelmed.

Dunelm

Jacob Linford Stripe Compact 3 Seater Sofa

The Jacob sofa is a beautifully simple, minimal shape, but what really elevates it is the striped fabric. That soft green stripe adds just enough visual interest giving it a quiet farmhouse elegance. It’s a great option if you want something that feels classic but still current and easy to build around.

Miaad is one of the stylists for Design Lab, Livingetc’s personalized design service. Guided by an instinct for craftsmanship and the beauty of lived-in spaces, she brings a refined balance of creative vision and commercial understanding. Her career, shaped between New York and London, spans luxury interiors and retail furniture design, from creating immersive environments for global brands such as Ferrari and Montblanc to guiding discerning clients through high-end projects at DWR and Restoration Hardware. With a sharp eye for detail and deep knowledge of UK and US furniture brands, Miaad believes great design begins with empathy and intention. She creates spaces that balance aesthetic clarity with everyday life, where individuality feels effortless and beauty feels personal.