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Sofas with sculptural silhouettes are
        also growing in popularity. We’re
        talking fluted styles and ‘croissant
        sofas’ all adding instant interest and
        character to a living room.

        Instead of harsh lines in the home,
        curved furniture helps to soften a
        room’s features and create a relaxed
        atmosphere. Choose a curved sofa
        in a modern, contemporary design.
        A sofa’s clean lines and sleek design
        are perfect for achieving a stylish
        and contemporary aesthetic and
        pair well with a monochromatic
        colour scheme for a modern, visually
        appealing space.

        Recliner sofas are the unexpected
        sofa trend. They have been gaining
        popularity over the past year, with
        many sofa brands launching their own
        stylish versions of the once bulky and
        unsightly recliners.

        Sofas with built-in wireless charging
        and surround sound connectivity are
        becoming increasingly popular as
        more people look to recreate a cinema
        experience at home. These tech sofas
        are designed to be discreet and work
        well in any type of home.
                                             Additionally, there is a growing focus on
        Sofa materials are increasingly all   sustainability, with an emphasis on eco-
        about texture, with everything from   friendly materials and designs. Nature-
        chenille and teddy bear to bouclé    inspired colours and matte finishes are
        rising in popularity. A plush teddy bear   prominent, creating a sense of calm and
        fabric is already in demand for the   balance in living spaces.
        cosy, inviting and luxurious feel it brings
        to a living space. Bouclé continues to   Outdoor chair lines are softer, the
        capture attention for the instant depth   material is more tactile and the palettes
        it adds without being overpowering.   are more refined. Many of these chairs
        The subtly textured nature of chenille   look like they could just as easily work
        is also a favourite, particularly for   in your living room, and that’s exactly
        statement-making sofas, as it holds   the point: homeowners want their patio
        colour beautifully and creates instant   furniture ideas to be just as stylish and
        personality.                         comfortable as the rest of their home,
                                             and now the furniture finally supports
        Chair options                        that vision.
        Chair trends are leaning towards
        comfort, natural elements and a touch   It’s safe to say that Scandinavian design
        of luxury. Expect to see a rise in curved   is here to stay, especially in combination
        backs, soft edges and inviting designs   with other influential aesthetics. Japandi,
        that prioritise both aesthetics and   for instance, is still a relevant trend from
        functionality. Materials like velvet and   years past, even for 2025.  This style
        leather, and high-quality textiles are   focuses on minimalism, natural materials
        popular for upholstered chairs, adding   and a neutral palette, enhanced with
        a touch of elegance.                 cosy elements like soft textiles and warm
                                             lighting. The result is a serene, inviting
        Bold colours like deep blues and     environment that promotes wellbeing.
        emerald greens are making a
        statement, while natural materials and   Sources:
        finishes are also gaining in popularity.   idealhome.co.uk | decorilla.com


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