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This Just-Launched Sofa Bed Has Secret Storage and a Space-Saving Design That Makes It A Saviour for a Small Living Room or Guest Bed
A new launch from an editor-favorite brand, this sleeper sofa is a big contender for those looking to make more room for guests this season
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The 'Two-Thirds Rule' Is the Sofa-to-Rug Ratio Trick Designers Always Rely On — Here’s Why It Works
"It's a proportion cue, not a commandment," but it makes all the difference in perfecting the layout of your living room
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IKEA Just Made One Change to Its Best Selling Sofa Bed That Makes It a Million Times More Comfortable
I loved this sofa bed when I used to own it, but this small change makes it so much more usable as both a cosy corner sofa and for sleeping
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It's Like John Lewis Turned Soho Home — I Think the High Street Brand's New 'Pleat' Sofa Might Be Its Most Designer-Looking Piece Yet
No, now is not too early to secure the perfect present-opening perch for Christmas this year
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Should You Put a Sofa in the Kitchen? Yes, but Only In These Specific Fabrics, Designers Warn
Whether you've got an open concept space, or want to embrace the 'dining couch' trend, there are some lessons to be learned about putting a sofa in your kitchen before you do it
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This Classic Couch "Should Have Never Happened", but Became a Pop Art Icon Regardless — This Is the Legacy of the 'Marshmallow Sofa'
A salesman's pitch for plastic disk furniture might not have panned out, but it inspired a mid-century classic in the process
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Your Questions, Answered by an Interior Designer — Color Drenching, Kitchen Wallpaper, and Life-Friendly Sofas
There’s nothing interior designer Stephanie Barba Mendoza doesn’t know about using color and pattern, so we posed her the questions you ask us most
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I Tested John Lewis' Best-Looking Sofas — These Are My Thoughts, and Which I'd Buy in 2025 for Style and Comfort
If you're online shopping at John Lewis for your sofa, dimensions and photos only tell half the story. I'm a design editor who has owned one of the brand's sofas before — this is my in-person review of this year's best
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What Comes First, the Sofa or the Rug? Designers Say the Decision Can Make or Break a Space, but the Answer Changes With the Room
Are you looking for an accent piece or a grounding neutral? Design experts say that knowing your room can help when starting from a blank slate
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Now, Interiors Designers Aren't Just Buying Normal Sofas — They're Building Them Into the Architecture
Take living rooms to the next level with integrated sofas that are sculptural, comfortable, elegant — and more than a bit luxurious.
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So Long White; Goodbye Royal Blue — These Are The Sofa Colors Going Out of Style in 2025, and What To Replace Them With
Not all sofa colors are timeless — it's time we retire these five say interior design experts
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The 8 Sofa Color Trends I'm Seeing in All the Coolest Living Rooms in 2025
Bolder, more exciting couch colors are coming through to complement more timeless neutrals — but what are the big trends for this year, and what color sofa should you buy?
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Did Patterned Sofas Just Make a Comeback? Why This 'Dated' 80s Trend Has Become Designers' New Go-to
From classic stripes to full-on florals; Designers share their tips and tricks for incorporating this playful patterned seating into your interiors
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What Size Couch Do You Need for Your Living Room? 6 Expert Steps to the Right Choice, First Time
There are a lot of things to think about when it comes to sofas, some obvious, some not so obvious — so we've made it simple to work out
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How We Test Sofas at Livingetc
Livingetc knows design, but our hunt for the best sofas on the U.S. market goes beyond looks. Here's how we reviewed dozens of models to bring you our edit of the very best.
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6 Couch Materials You Need to Know Before You Buy, According to Interior Designers
Selecting the best couch material will not only impact the look of your sofa, but how long it will last — here's what the experts suggest
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It's Time to Talk About the Tête-à-Tête Sofa
This furniture piece with a social silhouette has been trending lately, and I've found where to shop it on sale
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We Know They Look Pretty, but Does a Couch Need Throw Pillows? Designers Settle the Debate
There are some cases where throw pillows certainly help a sofa, and some cases when they're more of a hindrance. Find out which side your sofa sits on
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12 Curved Sofa Living Room Ideas That Prove This Style is Absolutely Staying Put for 2025
It's more than just a design statement — knowing how to style and position curved sofas can transform the way you live in your space
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Do My Sofas Have to Match? No, but There's an Art to Putting Different Couch Styles Together
If you’re putting more than one sofa in a living room, follow this style advice from design pros for combining different types in one space
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10 Sofa Ideas for Small Living Rooms That Blur, Blend, and Even Make the Space Look Bigger
Choosing a sofa for a small space often involves making sacrifices, but that doesn't have to mean style — here's why
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Want the Custom Look of a Two-Toned Couch Without the Extravagant Cost? We've Found a Quick and Clever Trick
Struggling to decide on a color? Why not have both? The two-toned couch trend is all about customization (and it doesn't have to cost that much)
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20 Different Types of Sofas You Should Know Before You Go Shopping — Our Expert Guide
It's not as simple as choosing one you like. It's important to know what type of sofa you're looking for first
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The Only Sofa Colors to Choose So You Don't End Up Hating Your New Couch in a Month
Avoid buyer's remorse by picking a color you’ll love both now and in the future. The best sofa color for you all depends on these things...
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Smooth, Supple, and Stylish — The Best Leather Sofas That Get Editor Points for Both Looks and Construction
Using first-person experience, in-store visits, and in-depth research, I've collated what I think are 12 of the best leather sofas available now. Shop my picks below
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Did You Know There is a Difference Between a Sofa and a Couch? Find Out What You're Really Sitting on
Turns out the sofa vs couch debate is more than just the words you use. Here, designers share how to distinguish between the two seating styles
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Loveseat vs Couch — The Main Differences, and How to Choose the Right One for Your Space
The head-to-head that will resolve which seating suits you, your room, and your lifestyle
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How to Style a Couch for Fall — 6 Ways Interior Designers Give Their Sofas a Style Refresh
These ultra-cozy sofa styling ideas instantly invite you to hunker down and hibernate in your living room this autumn
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10 Sectional Sofa Ideas That Show Why This Seating Style Works in Every Living Room (Even the Small Ones)
Offering greater flexibility than a standard sofa, here are some of the ways you can work a sectional into your living room layout
