When we think about a classic sofa, we imagine a piece of furniture made in leather, with its soft and sinuous shapes, a wide back and high armrests. Instead, when we think of contemporary sofas, we imagine something lighter and simpler, its geometric lines and not too many frills.

That’s true! The difference between the two types of divans is aesthetic. But that’s not all. Over the years, the furnishing market made great strides in Research & Development. Nowadays, what differentiates a classic sofa from a contemporary one, are also the fabrics and materials, the ergonomics, on which the shape depends, and a series of other key features that we are going to see in this article.

Key features of contemporary sofas

One of the most evident key feature of the contemporary sofas are the smaller or bigger dimensions than the traditional ones. It depends on the space where to put it, of course.

However, there are no compromises. If you want a small divan, this will be really small. And if you want a big one, this will be really great!

Also the shapes are really different each other. Designers prefer sharp and geometric lines for the modern sofas, contrary to the soft and elegant shapes of the traditional ones. Moreover, it is possible to choose many original and particular designs. In this case it is not only a piece of furniture. It is a real piece of contemporary art.

Once, furnishings manufacturing was limited to a few models based on a limited number of colors and materials available. Nowadays, the furnishing market offers several options for colours and materials. This is the much easier way to choose a divan that matches perfectly with the interior design of the home or of the office. Thanks to the vast choice, the product can be personalized by creating bizarre color combinations.

Modern materials are more comfortable and durable. Think about the fabric. If you don’t like leather you can choose several types of modern fabrics that imitate it. They are as durable as it is.

Also, the internal structure is different. It is made of metal and not of wood. It is more resistant and lighter so it is easier to move the piece, if you need. This characteristic also depends on the last, important feature: modularity.

Modularity and details

Modularity is something that did not exist since a few years ago. Once, the divans were composed of a single piece. Instead, the contemporary sofas are made of a mix of different elements combined together.

For example pous, recliners and chaise longue to make it more comfortable, drawers hidden under the seat, and sofas that transform into large double beds. It is incredible how this common piece of furniture has changed the home lifestyle, giving the possibility to change any room into something else simply thanks to a piece of furniture.

So, let’s forget the sofa made up of seat, backrest and armrests, and welcome the modern solutions. They can meet both the space and the aesthetic needs of people.