One of the biggest interior decorating trends for 2022 is the addition of a curved sofa into living rooms. As the name suggests, curved sofas have an arch, so the back is not flat like a traditional sofa. The degree of the arch will vary from one design to the next, but regardless of how severe the curve is, this is a growing trend, and if you’ve stopped by furniture showrooms in the past, you likely have seen more and more popping up. But which is better for you? Should you invest in a straight or curved leather couch? Here are a few specifics you need to keep in mind to help you make your final decision.
When You Have A Small Space
If you’re decorating a small living room, studio apartment, or any other room that doesn’t have much space, stick with a traditional straight sofa. Curved sofas will take up more space. The curve of the sofa will press out into the walkable area of your living room, and if the space is already tight, it will only compound the issue. So, if space is a question at all, you will be better off going with a straight sofa.
When You Have A Large Room
Curved sofas are fantastic with a large space. The curved sofa instantly becomes a focal point for the room (especially if your sofa features a unique design, such as if it is an “L” shaped sectional but the back of the sofa curves).
You will need to design your space around the curve of the sofa, which might require you to invest in different decorating pieces, but it is a fun exercise to breathe new life into your room. With a larger space, you don’t need to push the curved sofa against a wall, allowing you to fully take advantage of the curve and really play off of it. Additionally, when the curved sofa isn’t pushed against walls, you won’t have awkward spacing issues (more on this in the next section).
Placement of the Sofa
The curve of a sofa can add little “bubbles” of open space. This can be a bit unusual and bring up some interesting design questions. If you plan on placing the sofa against a wall, you will now have a “bubble” of space on either side of the sofa.
On its own, this will make the space feel a bit strange, as you have this random pocket of space. This is especially true if you push the sofa into a room corner. However, there are great solutions, and you can make them work to your advantage.
This bubble of space is a fantastic location to place a lamp, such as a tall reading lamp. The tall lamp can fit right into the open pocket of space, and it won’t take up any more room along the side of the sofa. With a flat sofa, you would be forced to place the lamp on either side of the sofa. If you don’t need additional light, you might be able to add a plant here. Just make sure to use a plant that grows straight up and not out. Otherwise, you’ll constantly be standing up into overhanging branches.
You might also be able to add some kind of storage option here. The point is that you will initially have unusual bubbles of open space in your room when using a curved sofa, but with just a little creativity, you can use these pockets of space to your advantage.
Leather And Solid Fabric
When adding an accent to your space, there’s nothing like a curved sofa. However, you want to be careful when selecting your sofa cover. Leather or fabrics with patterns can be very tricky to work with. This is because the curve of the sofa can cause the pattern to look disorienting based on where someone is standing and viewing the sofa. It can also work against the natural flow of the room; if you have a wood floor, the curved pattern might clash with the straight lines of the wood.
Instead, if you decide to go with a curved sofa, your best bet is to use a solid fabric or leather. Leather works exceptionally well when it comes to curved sofas. The leather has a universal look; when investing in high-quality leather, the sofa will age beautifully and only look better ten years later.
If you are interested in a curved leather sofa, you will find a wide selection at Leather Furniture USA. From smaller curved sofas to larger curved sectional sofas, when it comes to leather furniture, you will find all kinds of options right here. And, if you need any help finding something, our customer service staff is here to help.
Find Your Next Sofa Today
Shopping at furniture outlets can be challenging. Walking around the expansive show floors isn’t always the best option, as the sofas are often split up, forcing you to walk through the entire space. That’s a lot of time spent sifting through the furniture options just to hopefully find something you like. Instead, why not carry out all of your furniture shopping online? Here you can cut through the slack and pinpoint exactly the look and styles you are interested in. If you want leather furniture, you’ll find an impressive collection of furniture pieces, ranging from individual recliners to large sectionals, right here at Leather Furniture USA. So if you want to purchase a curved leather couch, or you’ve decided to go with the more traditional offering, you will find everything you need right here. So check out our selection, and if you have any questions, you can always reach out and call or email our staff at Leather Furniture USA.