I agree with interior designer, Graciela Rutkowski about splurging on your family room sofa. It’s a piece that will get tons of use and it’s worth investing in the right one for your family. Her quote has raised some good questions too. One in particular from a Simplified Bee Facebook fan asking for recommendations on which retailers had the best quality sofas. I’ve narrowed down the long list to five of my favorite couches that are well made, stylish and affordable – all of which you can purchase online.
Serena & Lily carries high quality upholstered furniture including sofas. My favorite is the Miramar. It’s a great casual, yet chic style. Serena & Lily have tons of fabric options to choose from to get that custom look too!
Room & Board is a fave because of it’s wide selection and quality. The Loring sofa tops my list because of it’s timeless appeal, flared arm and tight back. Room & Board also offering a good selection of fabrics.
Known for state-of-the-art-construction, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams strive to deliver truly comfortable furniture. Their sofas are some of the best and most stylish. My personal fave of the day is the Blackwell. It has a traditional look I love.
Horchow makes the list because they carry a wide selection of stylish brands (all top notch quality). The tufted back of this chic sofa by Bernhardt caught my eye and I love that it’s American made.
West Elm makes my list because their price-point is so affordable. Their sofas are a great choice for the newlywed and family with tiny tots running around. West Elm has a terrific sofa selection, but my fave is the Blake. I particularly like the single seat cushion, tailored (but loose) back cushions and timeless look.
Happy decorating!
Cristin
We are in the market for a new living room sofa, so thanks so much for this post. I love our Jackson sectional from West Elm. It is in our Kitchen – and we love it.
I am thinking for the living room I might love that Room and Board sofa~
pve
Thanks so much. Great list!
We are also in the market for a sofa for our family room, but need leather upholstery due to our dogs. Do you have any suggestions?
Great question! I should have mentioned that both Room & Board and Horchow have a good selection of leather sofas. Great for kids & pets.
Many thanks!
Cristin
Thanks, Cristin!
I agree with all your choices above, esp. love all Mitchell Gold pieces.
But…we bought our living room sofa from Jennifer Convertibles!!! yes, I have now heard many horror stories about buying from them, from customer service, delivery, to wrong product etc. However, we bought the classic in an off-white duck. Covers all come off for washing. We have had it now for almost 12 years…same covers! The seat cushions need reworking, and yes, I want to replace it, but it has held up so well. All for, I think, $800.00. So, just a thought for everyone!
Good to know! Love slipcovers too!
xo
Cristin
Here are some other sofas we love:
http://www.leeindustries.com/productdetail.asp?id=135035226054180
http://www.leeindustries.com/productdetail.asp?id=228109217044046
http://www.leeindustries.com/productdetail.asp?id=005181214066020
http://www.leeindustries.com/productdetail.asp?id=173117132037151
http://www.leeindustries.com/productdetail.asp?id=170010128001220
Thanks Graciela! I’m a huge Lee Industries fan!
xo
cristin