Furnishing a First Home: How to Choose Your Sofa Set

Choosing a sofa set for your first home is easier when you start with the practicalities: measure the room and the route in, decide how you will really use the space, and choose a durable, versatile set you can build around as your home develops. First homes are often compact, whether a flat, a new build or a terraced house, and they tend to evolve quickly as life changes. We walk through the decisions that matter most, from measuring doorways and stairs to choosing between a sofa and armchair, a two piece set or a corner sofa. We explain how to pick a fabric and colour that will cope with everyday life, how to test comfort properly, and why flexibility, such as a sofa bed or modular design, can be valuable in a first home. We also look at what to add around the sofa as you settle in, so your living room grows into a space you love....