Sitting pretty on a sofa with comfort and style

Buying new sitting room furniture is an important purchase and a big decision to make. After your bed, your sofa or armchair is probably the item of furniture you will use the most.
By The Newsroom
Published 17th Sep 2010, 15:08 BST
Updated 17th Sep 2010, 15:09 BST

But unlike your bed, these are also the pieces of furniture other people will see and use, too. Comfort, as well as style, are therefore of equal importance.

Buying your new sitting room furniture is also often something of an investment. You want something that will stand the test of time in terms of durability – and in the style stakes, too. A tall order perhaps?

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One way to tick all the boxes is to go for a classic leather sofa. Something like the Dillon two-seater, with its rich traditional style, in aged effect, old saddle nut leather, provides fantastic comfort and is hard wearing, too.

Team it with something like the Copeland armchair, with its elegant steel frame, to create a modern twist on a classic style.

Choosing furniture made from a traditional material like leather, in what may be a more classic style, doesn't mean you can't use them with other more modern pieces in your sitting room.

Team the Dillon sofa with glass or chrome pieces like the Eileen side table or the Noguchi coffee table and you will create a really contemporary feel. Both are available from your local Barker and Stonehouse store or www.barkerandstonehouse.co.uk

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The sleek, clean lines of the glass and chrome will also contrast beautifully with the aged effect leather.

For those who want the durability of leather but prefer the cosiness of a fabric finish, there are plenty of options available. The Wallis sofa has a contemporary style, with a mix of leather and fabric. It uses an eclectic mix of plush scatter cushions, one of which features the iconic Union Flag and stripes on the reverse. This provides the durability and style of leather, as well as the comfort of fabric.

Accessories can also be used to create a cosier feel to an existing leather item of furniture. Adding a few cushions or a throw will easily make any sofa more comfortable. The Maddox Onyx throw gives a wonderfully luxurious feel to any sofa.

For those who like to be adventurous, and want their furniture to make a bolder statement, some leather items might seem a bit safe. But the

Le Corbusier sofa will add glamour, while also standing out from the crowd.

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