Armchairs have become an integral attribute of a modern home. It’s difficult to even say how long ago the first options for comfortable seating, relaxation, performing various work processes and creative activities appeared. Not only in living rooms can you find an armchair in modern apartments and private houses. Offices, bedrooms, children's rooms, dining rooms and even utilitarian spaces are equipped with armchairs of various modifications. The assortment of modern furniture stores is staggering - there are countless models, frame options, choice of upholstery material and functions that this necessary piece of furniture can perform. Let's take a closer look at the criteria for choosing seating for the different needs of the modern homeowner.
Layout
Small chair-beds for small rooms should have a convenient mechanism. Then the layout will be done easily and quickly. Modern models provide different designs, shapes and styles. The mechanism must be durable and reliable.
The following methods of laying out furniture are in demand:
- "Accordion". The layout is carried out using the backrest, which turns into 2 parts of the berth, which are complemented by a 3rd part. The result is a flat surface with no gaps or unevenness, so the option is ideal for small children.
- Retractable mechanism. Presented as an inverted seat. In this option, there may be gaps, and the height is no more than 30 cm from the floor. But it is durable and reliable, there is a drawer for storing linen.
- "Eurobook". A berth is created by moving the seat forward, and placing the backrest in the empty space. This option is compact, so it is an excellent choice for a small apartment.
- “Click-clack.” The mechanism can be created in 2 versions: sectional and solid mattress. To lay out, raise the seat until it clicks and lower it.
- "Dolphin". Presented in the form of a seat, under which there is a folding section. When the folding part of the bed is rolled out, it will be flush with the seat, and you get a full-fledged sleeping place.
It is advisable to buy domestic furniture, as it is durable and has a long service life. Imported options are not suitable for daily use; their design does not always withstand the load.
Premium models
Price is a simple indicator of the quality of a chair. Typically, the more expensive the chair, the longer it lasts and the more comfortable it is.
MAK-INTERIOR DF-1816-P Dasen
This product is characterized by an elongated seat, large, soft, streamlined armrests and a small backrest. The massage effect on the lumbar region and sides is felt due to the nature of the upholstery. Small sculpted legs securely fix the position of the chair on the floor.
General Product Features:
- Parameters (cm): 99 - width, 100 - depth, 72 - height;
- Color: purple;
- Upholstery material: fabric;
- Number of support points: 4 pcs;
- Design mechanism: fixed.
The average price is 54,000 rubles.
Advantages:
- Deep;
- Inner side with grooves;
- Very soft;
- Pleasant, bright color;
- Looks luxurious;
- Good value for money.
Flaws:
- Expensive cost;
- Cannot be disassembled into separate parts for ease of transportation.
Main selection criteria
Before purchasing a product, you need to pay attention to the following factors:
- Folding mechanism. It should be practical and convenient. If we are talking about advertisers, you need to find out what type of control is built in: mechanical, electrical.
- Model and form - classic models do not fold out, serve as decoration and have low functionality. Folding models always take up more space; you should pay attention to the dimensions after disassembly.
- Upholstery - textiles are easier to clean, leather is practical and durable, but requires more cost and time to maintain. Today, the most suitable fabrics for a living room chair are jacquard, chenille, tapestry, microsuede, and flock. The last type of upholstery is suitable for homes with pets.
- The frame material is natural wood, heavy and expensive, but at the same time it lasts a long time. Metal bases are also considered durable and wear-resistant. Frames made of chipboard and MDF wear out faster, but they also cost less.
- When choosing a chair for the living room, it is worth considering that the furniture in this room is subject to increased stress. In this regard, it is better to give preference to a trusted manufacturer and high-quality materials.
The Italian company Domus Italia offers expensive seating options in classic style and modern design solutions. These are simple and high-quality chairs, distinguished by high-quality materials - only natural wood, leather. If we are talking about budget options, the Czech manufacturer Antares is suitable. The assortment includes minimalism, miniature eco-leather chairs. Practical and the best sofas for the living room are sold by IKEA - the technologists have thought through everything to the smallest detail - a combination of quality and modern design.
The chair is not just for the living room
Bedroom
Even in a modest-sized bedroom you can find the opportunity to create a reading corner. To do this, just install a small table-stand, a floor lamp, a table lamp or a wall sconce next to a comfortable chair, and a comfortable seating area is ready.
If the bedroom has sufficient square footage, you can not limit yourself to one armchair, but install a couple of comfortable models, equipping the relaxation area or boudoir with a coffee table. Any type of lighting would be useful – from a table lamp to a floor lamp.
In a bedroom with a bay window, it literally “begs” to install a pair of armchairs to organize a comfortable seating area or a guest segment.
Children's room
In a children's room, you can install not only height-adjustable models of chairs for children. In a newborn room, a chair is a must for parents. Most often, models of rocking chairs are chosen, on which it is not only comfortable to sit for relaxation, but also to rock the child before bed. It will also be convenient to install a bean bag chair, which can initially serve as a comfortable place for a nursing mother to relax, and will later be used by the child (for children, such models are recommended by experts as ergonomic and anatomically correct).
Dining room
If your home has a separate room for organizing the dining segment, then it would be a sin not to take advantage of this opportunity and not organize meals under the most convenient conditions. You can use mini armchairs or stools to install around the dining table, or limit yourself to compact models for the smallest sides of a rectangular tabletop.
Cabinet
In an office or workplace area located in a bedroom or living room, a chair can be used not only as an attribute for a desk or computer desk. If the area of the room allows, you can organize a relaxation or negotiation area by installing two (or more) armchairs, a small table-stand and lamps of any modification.
Auxiliary premises
The chair can be installed not only in places of rest, work or creative activities. In utilitarian rooms, such as an entrance hall, corridor, landings and spaces under stairs, chairs can be used quite actively. For example, the space under the stairs can be converted into a reading corner. It is enough to organize a light source next to the chair.
Photo gallery
The photos in the gallery will help you take a closer look at the characteristics of each type of soft chair and choose the best option.
Types of styles
The silhouette and many characteristics of a living room chair depend on the style:
- Provence. The chairs are made wide but low. The back is rarely higher than the middle of the back. Standard on legs that contrast with the upholstery;
- Colonial style. The chairs are very massive, impressive, breathing wealth and solidity. Office chairs for directors, advertisers and all types of chairs with a high back and leather upholstery will fit perfectly;
- Rococo, Baroque. Low chairs with whimsical silhouettes. Bent legs, an abundance of decor, the most exquisite fabrics for upholstery. The forms are very diverse. Popular armchairs for two (similar to a miniature sofa);
- Classic. The familiar silhouette of a standard frame-type soft chair. Minimum of sharp corners. The upholstery is elegant, but without the pomp of palace styles. Decor is moderate. Classic provides a combination of style and taste;
- English style. The back is high, rounded, with lateral support. Curved legs and a medium firm fit. This chair will become a true decoration of a room equipped with a fireplace. Rocking chairs are very common.
Color scheme of armchairs for a modern interior
Neutral options
Some living rooms do not have such large-scale pieces of furniture as sofas. As a result, the main burden of creating the color palette of the soft seating area is borne by the chairs (usually 3 or 4 items). Depending on the chosen range of room decoration, you can either organically fit the color scheme of the chairs into the overall picture, or make them an accent element of the interior. Here are design projects for living rooms in which armchairs are made in neutral colors, harmoniously integrated into the interior.
What could be more neutral than gray? Universal, easily combined with almost any color scheme for finishing and other interior items, gray color and all its shades will be an excellent addition to an interior decorated in a variety of stylistic directions. Gray upholstery is practical and versatile.
The snow-white design of the chairs can also be classified as neutral color options. After all, with white you don’t need to worry about combinatorics; it goes with absolutely all shades. White color invariably brings a festive, solemn mood to the interior of any room. But it is important to understand that in the white design of the chair, special attention must be paid to the selection of finishing materials. The most practical would be upholstery made of natural or artificial leather in white.
Almost all beige shades can be considered neutral. They help create a comfortable atmosphere in the room in which you just want to relax. Another advantage is that the beige color, even a very light one, brings warmth to the color scheme of the interior.
Printed upholstery for an original chair
Modern armchair models mostly have a monochromatic upholstery color scheme. The more original and creative your room design will be if you use chairs with printed upholstery. If we talk about traditional stylistic designs of chairs, most of them have a floral pattern on the fabric. For a classic, neo-classical style of room decoration, this option would be more than appropriate. A chair with a pattern can organically fit into the design of a room decorated in the style of shabby chic, Provence, romantic and eclecticism.
Geometric print is not only graphic and contrasting, it can become an accent element of any interior decorated in neutral colors. An armchair with checkered or striped upholstery is simply doomed to receive increased attention.
Armchair as an accent element of the interior
You can leave the chair as an accent element. In a living room decorated in neutral or light colors, brighter upholstery on a piece of furniture will suffice. In a room with a fairly colorful interior, you can use an armchair with printed upholstery, but in this case, all other design elements of the common room should be monochromatic.
If the living room is made in light colors (the decoration and main interior items are white or pastel in color), then for the armchairs to become accent elements, it is enough to have dark upholstery. Obviously, the dark color of the fabric is very practical and ideal for homes with small children and/or pets.
How does it look in different styles?
Whatever direction you choose for your home, there is sure to be a chair to go with it!
- Minimalism. Simple shapes, clear lines, minimal decor, neutral upholstery.
- High tech. The design often contains a chrome-plated metal frame, and the upholstery is often leather.
- English. 2 options: strict Chester or a more decorative model with carved wooden armrests and patterns on the back.
- Provence. The main differences are graceful legs, carriage binding, pastel plain fabrics or floral patterns.
In the photo there is a Chelsea model in velvet
- Modern. Smooth lines, slightly futuristic design: the back often resembles a cocoon or an egg.
- Classic. Always expensively decorated: capitonné on the back, wooden patterns, low beautiful legs. For upholstery, jacquard with ornaments is usually used.
- Scandinavian. Adherents of the style often use original models with high, “hugging” backs.
