How do you choose the colour
sofa to the interior? advice and inspiration
The colour of a sofa is not just a decision about the appearance of a piece of furniture. It is a choice that defines the character of the entire space. Therefore, it is worth making it consciously, guided not only by your own sense of aesthetics, but also by functionality and the mood you want to create. We suggest how to choose the colour of the fabric to match the style of the interior.
In order for the interior of a room such as a living room to suit our daily needs, it should follow our tastes and lifestyle. The latest trends may be relevant, but the most important thing is our taste. Let's think about what surroundings we feel best in and what colours evoke positive emotions in us. Against all odds, it may be the red rather than the grey sofa that is the right colour for you - it will add warmth to your interior and lift your mood every day.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE COLOUR OF THE SOFA FOR AN INTERIOR - HARMONY OR STRIKING CONTRAST?
Harmonious interiors work like a balm - they bring calm, promote relaxation and allow you to unwind after a busy day. A sofa in a similar shade to other elements of the interior design will become part of a coherent whole. To achieve this effect, it is advisable to choose a single colour palette and stick to it consistently - preferably using shades maintained in a similar colour temperature.
A cohesive décor in soft colours will make even a small living room appear more spacious. This creates the perfect backdrop for accessories such as plants, textiles and decorations, which can be easily changed according to season or mood.
Contrasts work in a completely different way: the combination of distinctive colours can add energy and character to an interior. A navy blue sofa against pale walls, a mustard-coloured sofa in a Scandinavian living room or bottle green combined with pink make the arrangement more dynamic and expressive. This play with colours will also work well in multifunctional spaces, where it makes it easier to separate individual zones.
BOTTLE GREEN, GREY, BEIGE - WHICH SOFA COLOURS ARE POPULAR?
It's been a while since we fell in love with muted earth colours. Beiges, sand tones, terracotta or browns bring calm and cosiness to an interior. They are the perfect choice if you want your interior to radiate tranquillity and at the same time be the basis for interior makeovers. They go well with natural materials such as wood, stone and linen.
We also like to choose dark lounge furniture in saturated colours - bottle green, red, graphite or claret add character to the space. They make the interior more expressive, intriguing and far from banal. This is a good choice for larger living rooms, where a strong colour does not overwhelm the space, but emphasises its proportions.
Fashionable upholstery fabrics are not just about colours. It is also worth paying attention to textures. Soft, textured materials such as slightly shaggy bouclé or corduroy (also in XXL versions) are still in fashion. They are particularly suitable for boho and retro interiors. It is also impossible to omit velours, which have been experiencing a true renaissance over the past few seasons. These are fabrics associated with elegance and cosiness, and at the same time very versatile - they will work both in classic arrangements and in modern interiors, where they will introduce a touch of luxury.
Discover how to combine different textures, patterns and materials in your interior design.
HOW TO MATCH THE COLOUR OF THE SOFA WITH OTHER FURNITURE IN THE LIVING ROOM?
A sofa can be the focal point of an interior and catch the eye right from the threshold, or on the contrary, it can discreetly complement the arrangement. The final effect depends on how its colour is matched with the rest of the furnishings - the colour of the walls, floor and furniture.
WHAT COLOUR SHOULD I CHOOSE FOR THE WHITE SOFA?
When the décor of a room is mainly defined by furniture in shades of white, deciding on the colour of the sofa, we can bet on a dark colour, which will clearly stand out against their background. A navy blue or muted green will create a subdued and safe arrangement, which can be changed with accessories such as blankets and cushions. A good choice is the grey Todos sofa, upholstered in a melange pattern fabric, which on the one hand will stand out against the white and on the other will create a harmonious and timeless duo.
For a more subtle effect, when choosing the fabric of the sofa, you can also opt for light pastels and warm earth tones, which will warm up the space without disturbing its light atmosphere. The beige Nui modular sofa will bring cosiness and natural elegance to the interior, while remaining a neutral background for more striking accessories.
You may be interested in our living room design ideas with a beige sofa.
BROWN FURNITURE - WHAT COLOUR SOFA WILL WORK BEST?
Dark-coloured wood furniture will benefit from being combined with a sofa in warm earthy colours. Beige upholstery fabrics will emphasise the elegance of the dark wood, bringing more light and lightness into the interior. Such a combination makes the arrangement more balanced and all the elements will fit together.
An interesting solution may also be the choice of an olive-coloured sofa for the living room. It is then worth choosing accessories in warm, neutral colours - beige cushions, plaids in shades of sand or wooden tables - to make the whole look coherent and cosy. A wall of wall finishes will give the interior a dynamic character.
WHICH UPHOLSTERY COLOUR FOR OAK FURNITURE?
Light wood colours have a great power to make interiors feel cosy. Warm upholstery colours in particular will go well with them. The red Volan sofa will draw the eye like a magnet, and its fiery colour will give the space an intriguing expression. A similar effect can be achieved by choosing the Duvet sofa in mustard-coloured upholstery fabric, which will go well with the green of the plants and the natural oak colour of the floor.
The choice of sofa colour for oak furniture is obvious to some. The grey sofa is, on the one hand, the most practical type and, on the other, timeless. It will work well for both a small living room and spacious open-plan spaces. Harmonising with the warmth of wood, it will create a space conducive to relaxation. A sofa in blue or powder pink may also be an interesting choice.
WHAT COLOUR SOFA FOR THE LIVING ROOM WILL BE THE MOST PRACTICAL?
The most practical choice for the living room will be upholstered furniture in colours that effectively mask everyday dirt and signs of use. Shades of grey, graphite, navy blue or bottle green work well. When choosing a fabric, bear in mind that light-coloured upholstery is easy to spot stains, while very dark upholstery is more likely to show embedded dust particles and fur. A good solution is melange fabrics or fabrics with a fine pattern, which cleverly hide minor imperfections.
It is worth paying attention not only to the colour, but also to the type of fabric - hydrophobic or Easy Clean fabrics make it easier to remove stains and are more resistant to dirt. This will keep the sofa looking fresh for a long time, even in a house full of children or pets.
In VOX shops we can choose the upholstery fabric for our sofa from among several hundred fabrics. Four groups of materials - textured, smooth, natural and melange - make it easy to match the fabric to the character of our interior. All we need to do is choose our favourite colour, specify the preferred texture and decide which functionalities are most important to us. Experienced VOX consultants will help you choose both the sofa and its upholstery.
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