25 August 2020
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Are you looking for a single piece of furniture that can solve a variety of interior design and layout challenges? Then you might be looking for a sectional sofa. Sectionals have a reputation as a large and inflexible furniture item with one place in your house. But, in fact, the right sectional can work in many situations. Here are a few ways it could benefit your home.

1. To Fill a Large Room.

Large rooms call for large furniture. This is where the oversize sectional comes in handy. With its big visual footprint, the unit as one set does the work of several pieces of individual furnishings by filling a space easily and quickly. You can get a deal with one unit rather than paying for a lot of different items — and then either use them together or placed throughout the space. 

2. To Add Warmth.

Sectionals have a warm and cozy feel because they're designed for people to share things together. Individual couches, love seats, and upholstered chairs often feel the opposite — formal and stiff. This homey vibe is perfect for family rooms, outdoor entertainment areas, and large bedrooms where you want people to congregate in comfort. 

3. For Viewing Pleasure.

Do you have a family room where everyone likes to watch their favorite movies or TV? What about a gaming area with multiple players sitting around a television? Or a home theater where you want to maximize seating and options? If any of these styles sound like your family, a sectional is the easiest and fastest way to gather everyone for a good view around a screen. It's easily scaled up or down and often fits more people more comfortably than other flexible alternatives.

4. To Create A Centerpiece.

A sectional is an easy way to install a centerpiece or focal point for a room with no direction. Its size and visuals draw the eye. It can serve to anchor a room, giving you something to decorate around and a style to expand upon. 

5. To Design a Zone.

Open floor plans can be hard to furnish and decorate because everything bleeds together. Without strong visual cues and structure, the big, empty space can become chaotic. Something like a sectional — with natural barriers, a big profile, and an inward focus — provides that structure. It clearly distinguishes this area, or "zone," from surrounding spaces with other purposes. 

Do you need help in any of these areas? If so, consider how a sectional might fill your needs. Learn more by visiting a furniture showroom today and seeing the many possibilities of sectionals for yourself.