Living Room Chairs

A living room chair can do more than add an extra seat. It can help pull the whole room together, especially when you style it with the sofa, cushions, throws, rug and tables already in the space.

Start with the role you want it to play. An accent chair can bring colour or texture into an empty corner, while an armchair gives you a proper spot for reading, relaxing or watching TV. A snuggle chair gives you more room to curl up, making it a great choice when you want something between a chair and a small sofa. If you're pairing it with a made-to-order sofa, a shared colour or fabric can help tie the seating together.

Colour is a good place to start. Match your modern living room chair to cushions or throw blankets for a more pulled-together look, or choose a contrast shade to make it stand out. Cream, white and natural tones keep things calm, while green, blue, grey, black and brown can add depth.

Think about the pieces around it too. A side table gives your book or beverage somewhere to sit, while a footstool adds extra comfort. Place a rug underneath or nearby to help the chair feel part of the seating area, rather than something floating on its own.