Does the ideal sofa exist? Architect reveals what to consider before buying traduzido por: OPENROUTER

After a busy day, few things are as inviting as relaxing on the sofa. Present in living rooms, TV rooms and integrated projects, this piece of furniture plays a central role in the home's routine.

Em áreas sociais integradas como a deste apartamento assinado pela arquiteta Juliana Faria, o sofá ilha foi a escolha que permitiu ofertar assentos para o estar, quanto para a sala de jantar, possibilitando a interação com quem está sentado à mesa. Ainda de acordo com ela, a chaise lateral é perfeita para o descanso e, nesse projeto, atende o living intimista presente na varanda. (Gustavo Awad/Divulgação)

However, choosing the ideal model involves much more than defining the color or style. Comfort, proportion, circulation and the residents' needs are factors that make all the difference. Below, architect Juliana Faria reveals the main points that should be considered before buying.

The ideal sofa depends on your routine

Segundo explica a arquiteta Juliana Faria, a altura dos encostos influencia diretamente na percepção espacial. Principalmente em plantas abertas, modelo mais altos criam barreiras visuais que interferem no resultado do projeto. (Gustavo Awad/Divulgação)

The sofa is one of the most important pieces of furniture in the home and, for this reason, its choice should go beyond aesthetics. According to architect Juliana Faria, it is essential to analyze the projects and the residents' needs before buying.

When analyzing these characteristics, I prefer to incorporate the balance between comfortable and aesthetically pleasing pieces. I always consider the assumption that beauty matters, but not to the point of setting aside comfort and ergonomics.

Living room and TV room require different solutions

Neste outro apartamento executado pela arquiteta Juliana Faria, a m² da área social admitiu com que ela pudesse trabalhar com dois modelos de sofá: um com estofamento mais acolhedor na frente da TV e outro mais ‘tradicional’, com assento e encosto mais firmes, para receber convidados. (Gustavo Awad/Divulgação)

For the professional, there is no universal sofa model. In TV rooms, where people stay longer, the ideal is to invest in deeper and more comfortable options.

Under no circumstances can the furniture be responsible for discomfort or physical pain, she highlights.

In integrated projects, the recommendation is to bet on versatile models that serve both for resting and for receiving guests.

Pay attention to measurements and proportions

Before purchasing, it is worth observing details such as the width of the arms, the height of the backrests, and the size of the sofa in relation to the available space. According to the architect, arms between 15 and 20 cm usually offer a good balance between comfort and use of the seating area, while very robust models can make the projects visually heavy.

Com o braço mais estreito, o sofá eleito pela arquiteta Juliana Faria não se prolongou a ponto de interferir no corredor e ainda abriu espaço para acomodar as duas mesinhas de apoio. (Gustavo Awad/Divulgação)

The layout of the sofa should also follow the dynamics of the projects. In spaces with circulation around the furniture, models without arms help create a sense of lightness. Juliana also highlights sofas with curved lines and enveloping shapes, which make the projects more welcoming and inviting.

Children and pets do not prevent light-colored fabrics

Embora compacto, o sofá de dois lugares eleito pela arquiteta Juliana Faria para este pequeno apartamento contempla um pufe que junto ao móvel entrega a estrutura de uma chaise para apoiar as pernas, que conta com pés de madeira que trazem leveza para o ambiente . (Gustavo Awad/Divulgação)

Families with children and pets do not need to limit their choice to dark sofas. According to the architect, advances in textile technology make it possible to find fabrics resistant to stains, liquids, and scratches.

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In addition, simple care, such as vacuuming the sofa regularly, cleaning stains quickly, and avoiding direct exposure to the sun, helps preserve the furniture for much longer.

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traduzido por: OPENROUTER