The advantages of using corner sofas in the interior of the living room
Usually a corner sofa stands near a wall - the most traditional solution implemented in most living rooms. Also, a sofa can consist of two parts, which can stand either side by side or separately, or of a large number of separate blocks, which can be composed in the order in which it is necessary. Like regular sofas, corner softs differ not only constructively, but also with seat fillers and upholstery. In addition, in folding models, various mechanisms for transforming sofas are used, not all of them are found in “straight-line” models.
The main advantages of corner sofas:
- With the same occupied area has more seats;
- It has an original appearance, can become the main style-forming element of the room;
- Models have a different shape: the letter "G", the letter "P", the letter "C", which makes it possible to organize a soft corner in the living room without the use of additional armchairs. This is especially important in small apartments;
- The corner sofa in the living room, folding out, can form several small beds or one oversized one, which can accommodate more than two people.
- Reliable and easy to use transformation mechanism that allows you to change the appearance and functionality;
- A variety of style solutions.
In the photo below of the corner sofas in the living room you can see how varied they can look.
A large corner sofa for the living room allows you to do without additional armchairs, which saves space.
Dimensions of corner sofas for the living room
For almost any room, you can choose the right size model. The length of the parts of the sofa, the depth of the seats, the height of the backs varies. Each supplier of upholstered furniture has its own sizes of standard products, and there is no single norm for the dimensions of corner sofas. It is conditionally possible to divide all options into two groups by size: large and small.
- Large corner sofas for the living room are used in spacious rooms and, as a rule, zoning space. Suitable for large families, where there are especially many guests. It is better to choose models that form several berths.
- Small corner sofas in demand in small apartments, where it is often necessary to solve the problem of combining the sleeping area with the relaxation area. There may not be space for a standard sofa-book, but a small corner sofa in a small living room will always fit. With it, you can separate the bed from the rest of the room, which immediately becomes much more comfortable. The design of the living room with a corner sofa, even in such a compact version, looks original and expensive.
Sleeping corner sofas in the living room: transformation mechanisms
To ensure a comfortable sleep, a good transformation mechanism is needed that moves the parts of the sofa relative to each other in such a way that a flat, without differences in height, berth is formed. The most commonly used mechanisms are:
- Dolphin. Variety - roll-out + dolphin. The most common layout option. It goes forward, forms a flat surface, and, despite the complexity of the design, is considered one of the most reliable and durable. At the same time, even a child can handle the layout. Such a mechanism can be used every day. The only drawback is the high cost of models equipped with a dolphin.
- Eurobook. Quite a popular option, moreover, a budget one, since the design does not have complex mechanical parts. Advantages - affordable price, a large selection of sizes, comfortable berth.
- Accordion. The transformation mechanism, popular for sofas of any shape, forms a fairly flat sleeping surface without drops. Durable and reliable, suitable for regular use.
- Cot. One of the simple and inexpensive mechanisms. Among the minuses can be called low strength and reliability, it is not recommended to lay out every day, but it is quite suitable for a corner sofa with a berth in the living room, since only occasionally they will sleep on it.
- Cougar. This mechanism is durable, even with daily use it will last a long time. The main feature - when unfolding, no parts move on the floor, which eliminates its scratching. This is especially important if there is a carpet on the floor. The legs simply lower when the moving part reaches the end position. The sleeping surface is flat, comfortable, easy to lay out and assemble.
- No gear. A corner sofa for a large living room may not have at all folding mechanismif it consists of two or three independent parts, which are already sleeping surfaces.
Original views of corner sofas for the living room
The whole variety of models cannot be covered - almost every manufacturer has something of their own, original, so that everyone can choose the look of this piece of furniture according to their personal taste. However, some options are worth a closer look.
- Semicircle. If it is necessary to delimit the space with the help of a sofa back, a semicircular shape is most convenient - when passing by, you can accidentally touch a corner and get a bruise, which is very important for small apartments. Rounded forms remove this question. Products in the form of a semicircle can also be used to furnish rooms of a non-standard shape, for example, the arrangement of a recreation area in a round bay window.
- Plus a chair. Often L-shaped structures consist of two parts: a longer one, similar to a stationary sofa, and a short one, which can be used separately as armchairs. Such models can be transformed into two berths. Recently, models have been gaining popularity, some of which are a chair with a "recliner" mechanism - you can relax on this and relax in the middle of the day.
- Transformer. The design of the living room with a corner sofa, assembled from individual elements, has many advantages. At any moment, you can radically change the situation, you can collect several berths from individual parts, or attach a couch to one large part. It is convenient and modern, and also corresponds to the latest trend in furniture fashion - the versatility of objects.
Photo of corner sofas in the interior of the living room
The sofa for the living room can be made in any style and color. Corner sofas are an important element of the interior of each living room and for a good choice it is better to familiarize yourself with how they look in the photo in various interiors.
Photo 1. The sofa in front of the kitchen area turns the walk-through room into a cozy sitting area.
Photo 2. A sofa with velvet upholstery adds elegance and originality to the interior.
Photo 3. The corner sofa in the interior of the small living room allows you to create a cozy atmosphere and provide additional comfort.
Photo 4. L-shaped model complete with a coffee table and TV-zone forms a cozy sitting area.