Every household needs a comfortable place to sit and share time together, and a contemporary sofa fits the bill with style. Cozy and stylish, sofas represent a perfect balance of leisure, practicality, and aesthetic appeal. With such a wide range on the market, however, it’s important to carefully consider what size your home needs. Here’s a closer look at how to narrow the choices down.

How Much Sofa Does Your Home Need? 

1. Room Size & Scale 

Before visiting showrooms, assess your living space with measuring tape and masking tape. Outline the area where you anticipate putting the sofa using a strip of masking tape. For maximum comfort, use the measuring tape to make sure you leave the following spaces: 

• 3.5 to 10 feet between the new sofa and other loveseats or recliners already in the room 

• 18 inches between the sofa and the wall or corner

• 7 feet between the sofa and the television 

Calculate the resulting dimensions indicated by the masking tape. Focus on sofas that fit these measurements. 

2. Purpose 

If you and your significant other are just looking for a cozy spot to curl up and watch TV, choose an elegant but comfy contemporary sofa designed to fit two comfortably. Loveseats are meant for two, so this end of the size spectrum will fit you nicely. If you need to sprawl out some, though, you may want to go bigger.

If your family needs a spot to settle in for movie night, there are many styles, from contemporary modern to luxurious sectionals, that will seat everyone with room to spare, whether you have one child or a brood. 

3. Traffic Flow 

Even if a sofa can technically fit in a particular space, however, it may not be conducive to traffic flow. For example, sectional sofas are great for providing ample seating, but they’re cumbersome and awkward if they partially block an entrance or close off part of the room.

There’s also the matter of aesthetics. Choose a sofa that truly feels at home in the space proportionally while also allowing smooth movement in, out, and through the room. 

Whatever contemporary sofa your heart chooses, you’ll find it at Bova Contemporary Furniture. Serving Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, since 1985, their knowledgeable and passionate team has helped individuals and families find the perfect furniture to suit all tastes and styles. Each product is fashioned from the highest-quality materials and embellished with artistic detailing while remaining affordable. Call (513) 247-9100 to speak to a team member, visit their website to explore their inventory, or take a virtual tour of the store from anywhere.