A LIVING ROOM WHERE COMFORT AND STYLE CONVERGE

Fusing comfort with style in terms of design is important in all areas of the home. However, as guests are likely to visit the living room more than any other room, the emphasis on getting this combination right is heightened. Creating a room where you and your guests can relax and interact, and which perfectly represents your personal design style, can be a balancing act that is difficult to get right. When you achieve that goal you will not only want to spend more time there yourself but you will also leave a long-lasting impression with your guests. The sofa is often regarded as the focal point of any living room, providing a blend of comfort and style highlighted by contemporary living, minimalism with clean silhouettes, and plush cushions. Upholstery in luxurious materials such as leather and velvet is always popular, but bouclé is also prevailing as a new trend, as well as the corduroy look – which is more casual and never seems to go out of fashion. Neutral tones will always be a staple, from soft greys to warm taupe, making the sofa an easy way to complement the rest of the room design and the choice of colours surrounding it. Statement armchairs are a great way to inject personality into the room. Whether you go for a sculptural piece or a pop of colour, they add a punch, especially if the room is fairly neutral. You can also make a statement with your coffee table and even side tables, as they not only provide a resting place for objects and decorative items, but can also make an artistic statement if you opt for a sculptural design. Here is some inspiration for your living room…

Retreat is a timeless modular sofa by Fogia which is bold and soft and comes in a wide range of colours. (www.fogia.com).

Left Designed by Pierre Paulin for Gubi, the Pacha collection comes in various versions for both indoor and outdoor use. This three-seater Pacha sofa with armrests was designed in an organic shape and provides low seating by replacing traditional chair legs to allow you to sit closer to the floor in a cloud-like seat. It is shown here with Gubi’s Carmel side table. Gubi is available through Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.com).

Below The V297 collection by Aston Martin Home features clean lines and a strong visual impact that characterises contemporary luxury. The soft fabric seats come with leather armrests that also serve as a side table with a lacquered gold internal shell. Also shown here is their V263 leather armchair and V292 Carrara marble coffee table. To find out more about these or any other products from the Aston Martin Home range, visit www.formitalia.it, or you can call their local representative on (+34) 661 5007 57.

Left Zuiver’s Hunter sofa is a modular seating system that can be arranged in various compositions. It comes in several colours and is upholstered with a soft ribbed fabric that has a beautiful silky shine. Zuiver is available from Escandi Design on the Mijas Road or buy online at www.escandidesign.com

Below Edra’s On the Rocks sofa takes centre-stage thanks to its unique sculptural shape. The seating can be rearranged to suit your preferences, making it a highly versatile seating system that gives the wow-factor and provides superlative comfort. Edra is available from Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.com)

Opposite Page Designed by British designers Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, the playful new Tortello sofa and armchair by B&B Italia was showcased at Salone del Mobile in Milan this year. Responsibly produced, the Tortello set is focused on a minimalist aesthetic with the utmost softness and comfort. Shown here with their new geometric Lemante small table (www.bebitalia.com)

Right HK Living’s Vint system offers a wide range of options to arrange your seating to suit the space available. Vint provides ample seating on soft cushioning with a contemporary yet casual look – shown here in their brown ribbed corduroy upholstery version. Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) is an official retailer of HK Living, and the brand is also available through Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com)

Below Right The Little Petra armchair from &Tradition is upholstered in gorgeous honey-coloured sheepskin with oiled oak legs, enticing you to enjoy its softness. Available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and in C. de Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.plusstore.es), and Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.com)

Below The Sumo sofa by Fatboy, shown here in their medium-sized Bubble Pink version, is entirely recyclable and is protected with FibreGuard – making it highly-resistant to stains. BoConcept Plus Store is an official retailer of Fatboy (www.plusstore.es), and the sofa is also available through Siesta Interior Design in Centro Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com), Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) and De Tropen on the Autovía del Mediterráneo A7, Exit 953, Vélez-Málaga, or you can buy online at www.detropen.es

The Madou coffee table is an iconic piece by Enne that combines classic and contemporary style. Designed with three brass legs supporting a large marble circular tabletop, this exceptional coffee table is bold in its stature and design appeal. It is shown here with Enne’s Rio sofa, Meri armchair and Liam sideboard. The Majlis by Monika Woodley, situated in CC La Poveda on Marbella’s Golden Mile, is an exclusive retailer of Enne (www.themajlis.es)

Above Vicenza is a contemporary-style sofa which comes with a matching ottoman and top cushion. The ottoman is ideal as an extra seat or for resting objects, or simply using it to put your feet up. Available from Sybartum on the Mijas Road or online at www.sybartum.com

Left The Bombino sofa by Passe Partout is a new collection by the Belgian furniture giant. Featuring a contemporary aesthetic with curved block cushions set low to the ground in fresh white soft-to-the-touch upholstery, this stylish seating system suits any style of living room. Metamorfoza Home Interiors is an official retailer of Passe Partout, situated in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana 53 in Nueva Andalucía (www.home-metamorfoza.com)