Talking Modern Chesterfield Sofa

Chesterfield Sofas have had a revival in recent years. Whether we can attribute this to the global popularity of television shows such as Downton Abbey where all things British and traditional are celebrated. Or the fact that the Chesterfield Sofa is simply stylish and ageless, comfortable and durable. A Chesterfield Sofa is a significant style declaration in anyone's Living Room.

A Chesterfield Sofa tend to be a more expensive furniture piece because of the material and the work and craftsmanship involved in its production. Typically, a Chesterfield Sofa is built on a wooden frame made of hardwood for strength and longevity. Individual coil springs are fitted to the frame before the padding is added to ensure the sofa's lasting shape is achieved. Once the frame foundation is built, the sofa is covered in leather or other luxury fabric and finished with the application of buttons and studding which gives the Chesterfield its definitive look.

We have probably all seen a traditional Chesterfield Sofa in dark red sturdy leather with matching leather buttons and detail metal studs. The modern take of the Chesterfield Sofa is much more varied  in colour and material used while still vehemently sticking to the backbone of the design. While leather is still the most popular material of choice, the consumer is spoilt for choice when it comes to colour with black, white, and cream Leather Chesterfield Sofa best in achieving a more modern designer look.

Velvet Chesterfield Sofa adds a new dimension of luxury to this great chair design. Velvet naturally reflects light which instantly adds glamour to furniture. Velvet is a superb match for the Chesterfield sofa design with each showing off each other's best attributes. These chairs are extremely comfortable, they are softer than their leather versions and they look knowingly expensive.

Mixing different fabrics or shades is a new trend for the Chesterfield Sofa. An example of this is to use both smooth and crushed velvet on different parts of the chair to create interest. Using different colours and contrasting colour fabric is also right on trend at the moment. A shabby chic Chesterfield Sofa in patchwork fabric is indeed a revelation. So who says Chesterfield has to be boring, as far as we are concerned they can be as exciting as you dare.

Below are examples of the different types of Modern Chesterfield Sofa that we recommend for your review.

Black Leather Chesterfield 4 Seater Sofa with glamorous dark wood and metal feet

Golden Velvet Chesterfield Sofa featuring extra deep seat and roller feet

Purple Velvet Chesterfield 3 Seater Sofa and Armchair

Ultra luxurious Silver Grey 2 Seater Velvet Chesterfield Sofa, great for the Living Room and Bedroom alike

Traditional Chocolate Brown Leather Chesterfield 2-seater Sofa

Modern Chesterfield Armchair in Smart White Leather

Wingback Chesterfield Love Seat 

Two Toned Velvet Chesterfield Sofa  made in different crushed velvet fabric

5 Amazing Chairs for the Living Room

While a Sofa is always a quintessential furniture piece adorning every Living Room. The addition of a special 'chair' is an effective way to add interest to the room.  Here are 5 Amazing Chairs that will create the ‘wow’ factor for your Living Room.

1. Wingback Armchair

A retro-inspired wingback style armchair is easily a statement furniture piece in any home. The wing back chair has a dramatic high back often wrapped around in elegant curved wing. This chair with soft inviting seats and back cushions has been designed for hours of comfortable sitting as they offer excellent head, neck and lumber support. The modern take on the wing back chair is with the use of unusual and innovative colours and fabric design. This summer, we have seen wing back chairs in bright blocked colours take centre stage in the living room fashion stakes.

2. Vintage Leather Armchair 

The classic Vintage Leather Armchair sitting in the corner of a living room by the side of an open fire is a most inviting image we possibly all share. Adorned with fluffy cushions and warm traditional weave throws and blankets, this is undoubtedly the best seat in the house. A good quality vintage leather armchair is a worthwhile investment as it will never go out of vogue and it is versatile and solid to survive a number of decor changes. It is possible to use this investment piece to bring up the tone of a cheaper, plainer sofa. If budget is tight, you will still be able to get a great look if you splurge on the leather armchair and keep the other sofa and seats to basic items.

3. Chesterfield Armchair 

The Chesterfield Armchair has had a revival in recent times where contemporary minimalist models have been vastly popular. The Chesterfield with its full plume seats and button detail is a classic and quality piece of furniture with proven longevity in the style stakes. The trick of bringing such a traditional armchair design up to date is by pairing it with an eye catching fabric in an unusual design. An upholstered chesterfield armchair in the iconic Union Jack cover will sit proudly as the jewel center piece of your living room. Paired with retro palatial wall paper and a pretty chandelier, it seamlessly creates a chic glamourous living room with ease.

4. Tub Chair 

Tub chairs are stylish, contemporary and very comfortable chairs. It is most inviting to sit back and relax into the circular shape of the chair and let the foam filled cushions hug your body providing comfort and support. Tub chairs are suitable in smaller living rooms as they are compact and do not take up the floor space like an armchair and do not require height room per the wing back chair. Tub chairs work well in blocked colours such as bright red, deep blue and mustard yellow. They also do not over shadow the other other furniture in the living room even when made in a loud design such as zebra print due to their compact stature. 

5. Moon Chair 

A moon chair has caused a stir in the furniture marketplace due to its ultra modern retro-futuristic style. They have distinctive fluid, curved lines giving the appearance that they have been carved from a single block. Low and compact, they are ergonomically shaped to provide maximum seating comfort. Moon chairs are fantastic in mono blocked colours such as black and white which are star players in the world of the minimalist living room. However, as the chairs are weatherproof and scratch proof, they are also a great alternative all weather outdoor furniture choice.