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Finding your dream sofa can be a challenge. It can be the perfect size, shape, colour and style but still look incomplete. Cushion styling can elevate the space by adding some colour, texture and a new atmosphere.
Colour palette
Deciding upon a colour palette is the first step to ensure your design vision is cohesive. Look at the colours already at play within the space. Draw on the accent colours you wish to highlight. You could draw inspiration from a colour palette in a piece of art, a key piece of furniture or accessories within the space.
Choose complementary colours that highlight pieces already in the space. Avoid using the same colour as your couch, as cushions will disappear. If you desire a monochromatic look, explore varying shades within that colour range and play with different patterns and textures.
Size and shape
Choosing cushions of the same size and shape can be bland, creating interest with oversized, round or lumbar cushions. Choose only one or two decorative or unusually shaped cushions. Too many features or smaller cushions will look busy and messy.
You want to create a cohesive flow. For your sofa to be functional, large square cushions will be best with the smaller lumbar or shaped cushions being purely decorative. Choose a background base for the large cushions that pulls together the different tones in your room, then frame with smaller cushions in front. Layering is crucial to achieving a luxurious look.
Texture and pattern
Without texture and pattern, your cushion arrangement will look flat and lack depth. When choosing a texture, think about the texture of the couch itself. To ensure your couch pops, avoid the same cushion fabric as the couch. Trust bigger weaves or patterns to create a distinct separation from the sofa. Balance patterned cushions with plain ones to create unity within your look. Work with the texture of your sofa; if your sofa is shiny, you may want to accessories with matte cushions.
Quantity and quality
When it comes to cushions, too much styling can be disastrous. When deciding on the number of cushions, think luxurious but not overcrowded. Odd number cushions are more interesting and are suited to a modern look. A classic style best suits an even number of cushions and a symmetrical look. For a plumper and fuller look, choose an insert slightly larger than your cushion cover.
Arrangement
When styling your living room, select one or two main colours and then neutral or beige supporting cushions. It is good to have one bolder print placed towards the middle of the lounge but just off to the side, and flow out the other colours towards the edge, with a darker colour on the other edge to anchor the look.
To get the perfect look, pull the edges of the cushion out to make it square and symmetrical, and then, with a swift movement, chop in the middle. — evolvegp.com
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