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The only 5 sofa trends you need to know in 2020

Are you in the market for a new sofa? - by Laura Barry
  • 21 Feb 2020

WATCH: Betters Homes and Garden's resident style guru Tara shares her top tips for picking the perfect sofa, and how to style it in your home.

Buying a new sofa requires a lot of thought and consideration. Not only are you looking for a piece of furniture that will fit seamlessly into your interior scheme, but you’re looking for something comfortable to sit on, something practical and useful. You also want to ensure that your sofa, usually a big ticket purchase, will withstand the test of time.

Fortunately, we’ve identified the only five sofa trends you need to know about in 2020, to make shopping for a new couch easier.

1. Mix and Match

Mixing and matching different styles of furniture together is something you may have seen in ‘shabby-chic’ interiors or French interiors. When done well, it can look effortlessly stylish while maintaining an eclectic or bohemian feel. If you’re planning to try this trend, look for furniture that complements each other. For example, look for a sofa that is similar in shape and size to your existing chairs, but perhaps in a different colour or fabric. Similarly, you could choose a sofa in the same style as your existing furniture – such as mid-century modern or retro – but go for a whole new colour and shape. The idea is to make sure that new and different piece feels at home in your scheme.

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2. Simple style

Simple shapes, clean lines, classic materials and minimal frills are always in style, and work in almost any interior. The great thing about sofas with a minimal design is that you can experiment with colour, such as pink, teal or blue upholstery, and the simple and minimal nature of the design will ensure your sofa doesn’t feel ‘too much’ for your space.  

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3. Natural materials

Bring the outdoors in by using timber, leather, cotton, wool and linen in your interiors. Natural materials are a classic interior theme and look good no matter the style, the season or current trends. Look for sofas that have contemporary timber frames and upholstery in funky colours for a piece that stands out from the crowd.

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4. Smart sofas

Make your sofa work harder and smarter by purchasing a piece of furniture that has built in USB ports and charging facilities. It’s practical, convenient and means you can spend less time hunting for your missing charger, and more time relaxing on the couch.  

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Welcome to 2020! Wishing you a wonderful New Years. We hope you have time to recharge before you head back to work! ​ ​Our range of incliners and recliners come with lots of options, like USB chargers shown here on our Boulevard sofa. So you can put your feet up, sit back and recharge - literally!

5. Comfort

After a long, hard day at work, many of us make a beeline straight to the sofa once we get home. It’s important to be able to relax in comfort on your new piece of furniture, and recliners provide that service flawlessly. Many companies are now making stylish recliners that are not only comfy, but are pretty at well. Look for simple and sleek designs.

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Laura Barry
Laura Barry
Laura Barry is a writer, bookworm and interior design enthusiast with a love for reporting on all things homes, travel and lifestyle. When not tapping away at her keyboard, Laura can be found making endless cups of tea or perusing the shelves of Sydney’s many bookstores.

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