The living room is one the most integral spaces in your home. It’s the central social space of your home where family and guests come together to spend valuable time together sharing entertainment, catching up or taking some time out. The best living areas are put together around the way you and your family actively live your lives, whether you’re a reader, a lounger or a napper, nothing says more about what you enjoy than your living room chairs. Whatever you like to do in your downtime, the perfect luxury chairs can make your rest and relaxation time that much more comfortable and enjoyable.
The best kind of chair for your living room will combine functionality, style and accentuate the layout and other furnishings of the surrounding spaces to best express your style and design vision.
The definition of perfect may differ from one style to another, of course, but comfort, visual appeal and quality aren’t characteristics you should ever compromise on when finding the right chairs for your space.
Understanding the different elements that make the perfect chair just right for you can help make your choice easier and satisfying, so our designers have put together this buying guide with some important notes and expert tips.
Identifying what the perfect living room chair should be for you brings a lot to consider when you start shopping. Don’t let the many options overwhelm you. By applying some handy principles to the wide range of options available to you, you’ll soon narrow your choices to the chairs that check all the boxes.
Your living room chair isn’t merely a seat, it represents a place of rest and a representation of your style that contributes to the design ethos of your home, and a haven of comfort and relaxation in your lifestyle.
Here’s what you need to think about to find that chair:
From Chesterfields to loveseats, chaise longues to recliners, the shape of your living room chair can add character and visual interest to your living room while providing a comfortable place to sit or lie down. Choosing the shape and type of living room chair according to your habits ensures your chair gives you the ideal ergonomic support. A combination of types of seating options provides for different moods and activities, while adding points of interest and visual variety. Alternatively, a living room set with a combination of seats in the same style can create a uniform and well-organised ambience, which favours a sense of formality.
There is no perfect material for every living room. The needs of homes with indoor pets, small children or where the living room is also used as an eating space will differ from those of homes where the living room is mainly used for quiet leisure. The measure of good or bad material for your chairs is determined by the quality of the material and how well it suits both your style and the function of the chairs. The upholstery is an obvious consideration, but the visual and sensory experience also depends on elements like the legs, springs and filling which all contribute to comfort and longevity.
The colour of your chairs can change the dynamic of your living room drastically. Monochromatic rooms where your living room chairs and other large furniture pieces match the colour of your walls tend to create an environment that feels larger than it actually is. This is especially effective in light colours. This effect can also be achieved with different shades of the same colour. Add a pop of colour and personality with a bold living room arm chair to add interest and contrast to your space. This is a great way to include colours and patterns you love in moderation.
The size of your room is a major determining factor in your choice of chairs. Large chairs in a small room can make the room look smaller and feel cramped, while small chairs in a large room can make the room look awkward and sparse. Using a combination of large and smaller chairs is the best way to create a curated arrangement where you can play with height and size differences, like using a larger chair surrounded with smaller single seats, or creating border seating with a matching suite set as a central focal point.
Chairs are a great decorative element for your living room, but functionality is their most important feature. Luxury furniture is defined not only by its designer style but also by the effort put into making ergonomically optimal seating. The type of chairs in your living room set the tone, function and, ultimately, usability of the room. Consider the size and weight capacity of your chairs, as well as the expected wear of the upholstery for the most comfortable, and long lasting, seats for you and your family.
Knowing what your chairs are made of will give you an indication of what you can expect from them in terms of comfort, durability and their lifespan. The quality of the filling, springs, base and other elements of your chair, though they may not even be visible, are important as together, they constitute the core aspects that determine your comfort. While chairs made with low-quality inner components may look good when new and may be comfortable for a time, they will likely not hold up to your standards for very long.
As the largest piece of furniture in your living room, the style of your chairs will naturally dictate the overall styling of the space. Look beyond trends and consider chairs that appeal to your aesthetic and design vision, from designers and brands whose styling and design ethos reflects a strong affinity to your own. Consider whether you want single-seater chairs, double, trio or bigger chairs, or a combination of several to suit the dynamic of your home. Popular styles include living room armchairs, armless occasional chairs and swivel loungers (perfect for multifunctional living spaces).
The styling of your living room refers to how everything comes together into a complete ‘look’. While some people prefer a coordinated living room set, you can make your living room more personalised and uniquely suited to you by selecting each piece until you have a pleasing composition for your home. Here are 3 expert tips from our designers to get you started on styling.
Accent chairs are a great addition to living spaces as they add variety to contrast the uniformity of a matching set. Use accent chairs in the living room to sprinkle in some personality and variety to the appearance of your room and seating options.
The best thing you can do for your home’s aesthetics is to keep your mind open to inspiration and open yourself up to a wide range of options you may never have even thought about.
Living rooms are the main gathering spaces in your home and should be designed for comfort, relaxation and socialising. When choosing the perfect living room chairs with your lifestyle in mind you should also keep in mind how your living room chairs complement your other furniture.
At FCI London we offer the largest collection of designer luxury furniture in London, carefully curated by our team of expert designers for its fine quality and superior craftsmanship by the best furniture makers in the world.
Our collection of living room chairs includes a wide range of styles, colours, shapes and sizes to suit every taste and living situation. Our modern collections are built with the modern home in mind with multi-functional options perfect for smaller living spaces that accommodate the growing and changing needs of today's homes.
Space is one of the top concerns for modern homeowners. Talk to our design consultants about how to best use smaller spaces, make the best of open plan living areas and how the right combination of chairs can make your small living room look and feel comfortable and spacious.
Visit our showroom and explore every aspect of your living room chairs before you bring them home from the materials used to how you can make the best of them in your home.
Utilise our complementary services like 3D Rendering, project planning, and enjoy our signature personalised service. We aim to make your design journey as seamless as possible, saving you time and effort every step of the way.
Whether you’re interested in armchairs, recliners, outdoor offerings or the perfect match for your dining room, our skilled team will help you make a selection that will elevate your home.
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