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Tips for Pairing Sofas for a Living Space

Follow these tips for pairing sofas for a living space in your design:

Tip 1: Prioritize Matching Seat Depths

Tip 2: Match Seat Heights for Seamless Comfort

Tip 3: Look for Two Key Similarities

Tip 1: Prioritize Matching Seat Depths

• Sofas with different seat depths create discomfort and disrupt the balance of the room. Guests may struggle to find a consistent sitting posture—some lounging while others sit upright.
• Pair sofas with the same seat depth to ensure both guests and residents can lounge or sit comfortably without compromise.
• Example: A loveseat and sectional with matching 20-inch seat depths offer a cohesive and balanced look.

Tip 2: Match Seat Heights for Seamless Comfort

• Uneven seat heights can make conversations and interactions awkward, as guests on lower sofas may feel less included.
• Choose sofas with identical seat heights to create an inviting and conversation-friendly environment.
• Example: A sofa and armchair with matching 20-inch seat heights blend perfectly, creating a natural flow between seating options.

Tip 3: Look for Two Key Similarities

1. While diversity in design adds visual interest, excessive variation can lead to a chaotic look. Ensuring two commonalities in shape, colour, or back height maintains cohesion.
2. Pick any two similarities between paired sofas:

Shape/Style: Similar curves or angular forms create unity.

Colour/Fabric: Consistent upholstery or complementary hues

tie the design together.

Back Height: Similar backrests maintain proportional balance.

1. Example: A traditional sofa and chair with matching fabric and back height but varied shapes still appear cohesive.

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