Decoration of the sofa with cushions, the chic touch of the living room

In this article we will see several tips to keep in mind when choosing the cushions. It seems a trivial detail that is not worth spending a lot of time on, but as we have said, they will be the icing on the cake.

If you are at that point where you have finished furnishing your living room and you still have a couple of things pending such as curtains and the eternal dilemma of choosing a lamp so that the bulb is not left hanging from the ceiling for the next two years, surely you have not yet chosen cushions. For the first two questions you can see the articles we have already written on the subject, and for the last option you just have to keep reading.

Placed in each corner of the sofa

First of all what we have to decide is whether we want a subtle effect of the cushions or a strong presence of the cushions.

If we place them at each end of the sofa, or even in the central part if we have an L-shaped sofa, they will be very useful to feel comfortable without being overwhelmed by a large number of cushions, and at the same time they will add a touch of design.

The normal is usually a pair on each side, or even two on one side and three on the other to break the symmetry.

Placed along the entire length of the sofa

Valid for the most classic styles as well as for interiors with simple lines, placing cushions on the entire surface of the sofa will bring out the typical properties of both options. One because it continues the decorative line and the other because it creates contrast.

It is also a good option if we consider that the environment has been somewhat minimalist. An accumulation of cushions will break that seriousness and will give it a point of dynamism, thus resulting more close.

And remember, if you think you've overdone it, it's as easy as removing a couple of cushions to tone it down.

Alternating formats

Once you have decided on the number and location of the cushions, it is time to decide on their size. Whatever your style is, combining formats will always be a good idea.

You can put together square cushions of different proportions or opt for a fusion of square and rectangular, or even round, so that you can see a little of each of them and have a bit of dynamism.

Neutral colors

Although at the beginning of this article we talked about giving a touch of grace with cushions on a neutral base, we are not obliged to opt for cushions full of bright colors.

Following the line of neutral colors will also help us to decorate our sofa and enhance it.

With different neutral tones we can achieve contrast and with the quantity, location and formats that we have already seen we will be able to finish dressing the living room. It is only necessary to try to distinguish minimally the fabric of the cushion from that of the sofa.

Bright colors

If we like to be on the go and are excited to come home and find joie de vivre in our living room, then we are obliged to use cushions full of bright colors and if possible varied.

We have already written at length about color combinations (if you have not yet read it you can do so in the color section), so here we can only tell you that you should try to use different fabrics, combine sizes and amount of color in each of the pieces.

For example, if a cushion is completely dyed in color, the one you place next to it can have it only in the border or in a stripe or thin stripes.

In short, the idea is to vary a little to make the combination more attractive.

Plain and patterned

And finally, we can not leave without mentioning the prints. Just as we recommend combining colors, whether neutral or bright, alternating with a cushion that has a print will always help us to make the result much more beautiful.

Within this section you will find an endless number of alternatives, from geometric to tropical motifs through typographies and figurative drawings. A whole range of possibilities to give a touch of uniqueness to this area of the living room.

And as a picture is worth a thousand words, below you can continue to see more examples of sofa decoration with cushions. We have options for all tastes ;)