Sofa vs Sectional How to Decide Which is BEST for Your Home
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- čas přidán 18. 08. 2021
- Hi friends, in this video I'm showing you the important things you need to consider when choosing between a sectional or a regular sofa. Both can be amazing but if you choose the wrong one for your space it can throw everything off. Please leave a comment and let me know which of the layouts you think works the best for my client. If you want to work with me in a Style Session -as shown in the video all the details are listed below. #sofavssectional #floorplanlayout
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All the layouts here are so strong! Honestly I'm so torn but being able to use an existing sofa is a win!
Every man I know wants an end table by his chair to set his beer on 👍
Brilliant, per usual! Thanks for bringing logic and intentionality into the interior design conversation, Baiyina. For visual learners, this was golden. ♥️ this content.
Oh, and it's either layout 2 or 3 (fun chair) for me. 👌🏽
I love the first layout! I also LOVE to switch things up and that third Layout is GREAT ❤️. You are skilled and gifted, thank you for sharing with all of us!
So fun girl!
Prefer the two sofas, and actually like the last layout the most. It feels a bit more casual, which might be preferable for someone who wanted the feel of a sectional. Thanks for sharing!
Loved this video! So obvious that you’re a trained, experienced designer. I prefer layout #1.
Seeing a layout be built out like this is is so helpful
All the layouts were good but my favorite was the last one…better positioned for movie night.
Great tutorial! Can we talk about side tables and reading lamps for each position? Those are tedious to plan for and, to me, critical for comfort. The glossy mags do not include these tables and lamps.
Agree!
I think all three are good options the double sofa first option feels the most formal to me. The sectional more casual. The last double sofa seems like it is the most inviting into the room
Very helpful information! I love a sectional but prefer the first one more.
I love the two sofas across from each other. I want to get a new couch next year but I want to get an ottoman to match it so that it can be moved around. I’m not crazy about the sectionals with the big long lounge part sticking out. I love your second floor plan with the two sofas and swivel chair. Love your videos. Thank you.
I like the double sofa! I separated my sectional and basically have 2 sofa's.
I did that exact layout in my living room and I love it :)
What did you do for the lack of 'arm' on the inside part of the sofas? I tried that, taking the corner part out, and I'm left with two sofas that don't have an interior arm.
@nickliovich Big, big pillows at each end with end tables at the end of each to help the pillows. Add a cool lamp for warmth with flowers on each end . I like it.
I have a sectional that I can separate. I've placed them in the first position as you've had. Sectionals that you can take apart are more functional, more options. Mine is a keeper.
I have the same kind of sectional! I can put the "L" in the middle if I want to
Both layouts are amazing. So fresh and versatile. I think I prefer the first layout. The existing leather sofa sounds so beautiful and I like the idea of the slip covered sofa. Thank you for this video, as I am in the process of deciding between a sofa or sectional. You are amazingly talented and it is helpful for us amateurs to get insight into your process.
Loved all of them, but the last one is my favourite! 💗💗
This was a brilliant episode. I loved see the process in real time. Make this a series! I’ll be your next subject. I have a room that needs your help.
Definitely the two couches facing each other. I like the swivel chair placement as well. Thanks for the explanation and visuals via autocad.
Love the double sofas. Love your videos they’re so different from everyone else’s. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾.
I like the first one because the husbands chair faces the TV and we all know that's what he's going to do in that chair. Nice layout.
I love the layout with the two sofas facing each other. I especially like that they will be different but will still go together. It feels more cozy. You can still enjoy the fireplace when sitting on the sofa that is farthest from it. I love the different options though. I also like the power position when you walk in a room. Good tip! Thank you.
Love the creativity of the second layout. It really shows how following guidelines really helps in making decisions that are layout-specific. I do like the concept of a TV tray or laptop table from that last option.. As someone with little space, I live for those! And there are many stylish options, too!
Loved this style of video showing line drawing layouts!
I love the first lay out and the swivel chair so much fun :)
@@tcreative8030 yeah, I guess if you're more into tv viewing :)
Like the 2 sofa layout. More versatile pieces.
I prefer the one with the double sofas directly across from one another too.
Great explanation of the different options! Thank you!
I like the last layout you created.
I'm redecorating my living room right now. It's also very large room and I decided to get rid of my sectional and go with two large sofas and a club chair with ottoman. My layout is almost exactly like your 3rd design!!! Love it!
The last one is a definite winner.
Wow! You really have helped me figure this out! Thank you. : )
I liked the last option the most 👌
You are so sharing, thank you for being you! I enjoyed this so much..👍🏼👏🙏🏼
Double sofa layout works really well. Baiyina please could you a video on how to choose sofa. Colour etc for the room xxx
Layout #1 is my favorite. Last layout blocks both windows.
Visuals are always so helpful. Thanks.
This is so informative with information we can use. I love how you address things we have to consider in 'real' life like tv placements and furniture that makes our husbands happy - sometimes not our fav, but we do want them to love their home too! I like the 2 sofa layout the best but I'm a huge fan of sectionals so also could live with that layout. I have a sectional in our living room but with a rectangle coffee table with plans to find a round table as suggested in past videos. Was thinking a tufted leather but your comment about a marble table that your client mentioned has given me ideas. Thanks for being accessible but also teaching us about style and how to consider design in our plans. Love it!
This was SUPER helpful... thank you!! You have a new subscriber🤗
This is a GREAT video! I am pretty set on a sectional for my new apartment but this video has helped me to think about some key considerations :)
I have that sectional lay out planned for our new house being built now. It’s more casual and functional as kids like to lay down when relaxing.
Great video. I actually like all three ideas. It depends on other features of the room as to which one i would pick.
This is so timely for me …. We are a couple of months away from finishing our new build … this shows incredibly well why doing a plan is such a good idea!!! Thank you so much for sharing Baiyina !! I have been wondering this exact problem - and the decision of purchasing the seating correctly decides everything else that goes in the space !!! For me this is quite a nerve wracking decision …. And the colour is also challenging as well!!!
I like the two sofas layout.
I like the 2 sofas. This was VERY helpful. We are moving next month(CA to FL). Our new home has a large living room with a sliding glass door. This was perfect timing because my husband wants a sectional and I am leaning toward 2 sofas or a sofa and loveseat. Thank you.
This was amazing I have the same situation & just confirmed confirmed I need two sofas thank you so much for sharing this video.😀🙋🏻♀️❤
I loved all the options. My favorite was the third option you came up with.
The two sofas facing each other is a great setup for having conversations but terrible for movie night. The sectional layout accommodates a big party.
I think the last layout is my favorite. I think her husband would probably be more comfortable watching TV on a sofa as opposed to the swivel chair. Thanks for sharing this. Nice to see your thought process:)
Double sofa for sure.
I love both layouts but I like the double sofas the best. To me double sofas is a nice change that not a lot of people think of. I love your videos and thank you so much for sharing 😊
You are such a natural at this! Great video!
Double sofa. I like symmetry and saving money 😊
I liked the sectional plan best.
I like them all! The last layout is very similar to my living room except I have a couch and love seat instead of 2 sofas. have an armoire for the t.v. instead of the table for it. I would say to use the existing sofa and then she has the option of 2 layouts if she ever wants too mix it up!
Very informative! I think I like the first double sofa plan except I am symmetrical so my eyes always have a problem with two different sofas. My problem. Love your videos! Thanks so much for all the advice you give us.
I like the double sofa option
The first and last layouts I like the best. The first thing I thought of when you mentioned how big the space was, was a U shaped sectional. Those can be pretty pricey though and husbands always want their comfy chair.
Good job! I like both, and then you threw in the last option. I think I’d forget about the sectional and go with one of the options with 2 sofas.
I am always in favor of using existing furniture, if it is nice, so I would choose one of the layouts with the two sofas (probably the first one). But maybe I am prejudiced because I have two sofas (perpendicular to each other in my case to divide the room since the other half is my dining room).
Since your client was wanting a sectional, I felt how you designed/solved the layout was my favorite. I have a sectional that’s been up against the wall since it was delivered. I’d like to flip it to the other side of the room; however my cable cord outlet is permanent and I can’t move the TV anywhere else.
I like the very last because I think the larger seating options should face the TV its just the most practical and she gets to keep her couch. But personally I love sectionals for watching tv so that's my favorite.
Hello. I probably would've went with the tv on the wall were the vent was. Even though you say it too far across the room; just get a nice size tv. My livingroom is a pretty nice size & I switched back & forth having it on the main large wall or up against the window wall which cutoff my area space. So I finally had the tv mounted on the wall across from the window wall (same wall my fireplace sits), but in a nook like space/area. It opened my livingroom up so much.
loved the video i do like the last layout but what i really love is that if you get tired of it, with the two sofas, you can move around furniture to meet the rooms dynamics, is great layout. The big sofas takes awya space and freedoom to do that.
Never been a sectional fan, even in the mid '90s/early 2000s. The variety of layouts w 2 sofas is a win, more unique. Even your Uncle Joey has a sectional. Think 2 sofas are a subtle, upscale look n reusing a beautiful leather sofa is fabulous (love idea of white slipcover for 2nd sofa, I despise matchy matchy). More of these meaty videos please!
Last layout best
I move furniture around a lot, my favorite is the last one
I like the way you set up the sectional but my favorite is the very last one. I feel like it has more flow and doesn’t seem as cluttered while not feeling empty
I love your videos. You are so helpful...I appreciate your photos to support your ideas. Do you ever show before and after of your clients space. That would be awesome to see. Thank you.
Some on Instagram. I’m @baiyinadotcom
This was a fun video walking through layouts. Would you consider doing a video with other issues that you fix by walking through layouts? I would selfishly love one on what to do when there is no entryway.
I personally like the idea of 2 sofas.
Both are so good!!! But I think the double complementing sofas would look more chic.
This was a great video and I really appreciate the logic behind making things work.
Question: how do you feel about putting furniture in front of low windows? I have a large open room with big tall windows but they are only about 27” off the ground so it feels weird to block them but there aren’t many other options for furniture placement except to float it in the middle of the room. I understand if this is more than you want to answer here. Thx for being so generous with your expertise. I’ve learned a lot from you.
You can float it in front of the windows if doing so gives you the best layout but will need drapes (probably) to balance the weight. I love figuring out the most challenging layouts. What I do best. I’d have to see it to be 💯
Two sofas but I need to reclining chairs to face tv so that’s where it’s difficult.
Like both, but I think the two sofas is best, it also allows for more versatility. If she gets bored of that layout, she can rearrange the seating and have a different layout later on.
I'll never see the point of not having a direct sight line to the TV from at least one sofa. The last layout is my fave.
Option 1 with the double sofas is my choice. I wish I had done a sectional in my space. It would have worked better since a bit long and narrow.
What program is that .?
I liked the first double couch. As someone who has a large L shaped sectional....its comfortable but so so not appealing to me. I can't move anything around and switch it up. Its huge and cumbersome. The only ideal for it is that my kids bounce all over it and tear it apart and its still holding up nicely. But I so want to change it to a 90" couch and a 65" couch, include my husbands beloved recliner and find a fun marketplace chair to place next to it.
I wish I could have expert help on my home! We just moved in and I have been torn on how to design in!! It's small yet long and the living room and kitchen are open so it's been hard!
The two sofa is best. I think its odd to not interact with a fireplace since thats a major focal point or it should be.
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How do we reach out to you for design help? My room has multiple things going on. We just moved in and will be buying new furniture but have no clue what to buy based on the room layout. ☹️
Never mind! I see how to book!
Why is the power position sofa's back to the fireplace and not facing it?
I’m starting to hate my sectional I love the comfort but I hate the placement
All the guy wants is a chair in front of the telephone you would think is say to acomódate but it’s always so tricky I hate the darn thing it get in the way of the perfect placement of the sectional I just want to get rid of it. 😭
The thing I'm struggling with is the fact that I live in a historical condo with 6 flights of stairs to get to my unit. I feel like I have no choice but to get 2 sofas because I'm not sure if the sectional we want could even make it up. If anybody has any suggestions please comment 😔
I believe article has some sofa and sectional options that come apart and are easily assembled. I think they ship them in boxes. I know a lot of nyc people use and need that and many people like the brand
Last one is really nice but then the husband doesn't have his chair facing the TV (I almost forgot about his request lol)
Double sofas. I hate sectionals.
2 sofas in L shape layout!
Neither. Chaise. It’s all a lady needs for the elegance and simplicity of a room. But you should know that, given your interest in minimalism (: