ᐅ What maximum sofa width would you recommend?

Created on: 21 Apr 2023 08:46
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FrankChief
Hello

we are currently looking for a sofa

We want a U-shaped sectional sofa and it should be as large as possible.

I have attached the floor plan
Dimensions: Red approx. 355cm (measured from inside edge of tile base), Yellow 175cm (69.3 inches)

We have chosen a sectional sofa that is 352cm (138.6 inches) wide
This will fill the niche almost completely

What are your thoughts on this?
Grundriss eines Hauses: Eingang, Küche, Wohnzimmer mit Essbereich, Treppe, WC, Garage und Terrasse.
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Jurassic135
21 Apr 2023 09:41
I wouldn’t do it that way, but ultimately it has to suit your taste. So the question is how much the opinions here actually help you.
For my personal comfort, I would never fill walls so completely, and especially not just with a sofa. I find it nicer when there are free spaces left and some variation in height. Side tables, floor lamps, a sofa, pictures, etc., add variety.
But the question is whether you want what an interior designer would recommend – and that also depends on the style of living – or whether you prefer to do what you like yourself.
It will look cramped anyway if only about 3cm (1 inch) of space is left on the side.

Also keep in mind that with a U-shaped arrangement, only a smaller coffee table fits in between, unlike with an L-shaped one. Maybe you don’t need a large one, but I would plan for it right from the start. For example, we often use ours for snacks, drinks, and decorations.
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Steffi33
21 Apr 2023 11:50
Maybe you want to have curtains on the windows after all... That would be impossible with the given installation dimensions.
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FrankChief
21 Apr 2023 12:33
Jurassic135 schrieb:

Also keep in mind that only a smaller coffee table fits in the U-shape, unlike the L-shape. Maybe you don’t need it that big, but I would plan for it from the start. For example, we often use ours for snacks, drinks, and decorations.

We are aware of that. There is about 140cm (55 inches) of space between the two arms, which would be enough for a 60x60cm (24x24 inches) table.
Steffi33 schrieb:

Maybe you want curtains at the windows after all… That would be impossible with that layout size.

We don’t want curtains.

Alternatively, we found one with a width of 349cm (137 inches) and another with a layout width of 347cm (137 inches).
kati133721 Apr 2023 13:32
I also think it will look cramped and uncomfortable.

What do you consider a "good living area"?
We are currently looking as well, and I find the options overwhelming.
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kbt09
21 Apr 2023 14:33
I’ll repeat with green adjustments
kbt09 schrieb:

Where exactly are the 347–353 cm (115–117 inches) of the sectional sofas measured? Are these actual dimensions or just catalog sizes, where perhaps an armrest might be a bit wider/deeper?
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ypg
22 Apr 2023 17:23
Cramped arrangements will look modest. Generally, even corner units need surface space—whether for decoration, a drinking glass, a phone, a magazine, reading glasses, a remote control, a nail case, table lamps (!), or snacks.
FrankChief schrieb:

and would be sufficient for a 60x60cm (24x24 inch) table

Not much will fit on that. It also won’t be within easy reach.

Lounge areas need space to make an impact and allow the user to spread out while using them. Most people do more than just sit or lie down. Even when relaxing, you usually have things to manage. I would go up to a maximum of 3 meters (10 feet) and arrange it only in an L-shape to keep options open.