30 Sofas Made for Hours of Lounging

Neutral Transitional Living Room With L Shaped Couch

Photo: Caitlin & Caitlin. From: Caitlin McCarthy Designs

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Choosing a Comfortable Couch

Who doesn’t love a big, comfy couch? Whether you’re looking for a new sectional, sofa or loveseat, these inviting living room couches will inspire you to cozy up your home’s main living space.

For this transitional living room, designer Caitlin McCarthy chose a greige oversized sectional that’s built for lounging. Large cushions make for comfortable sitting, and the chaise extension is an inviting spot for a nap.

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Living Room With Two Blue Sofas and Zebra Print Bench

Photo: Allison Corona Photography. From: Judith Balis

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Pick a Pair

If you've got the room, why not go with two sofas? A sofa pair makes for the perfect conversation space when you have guests and offers two spots for stretching out when you don't.

Photo: Nathalie Milazzo. From: Nathalie Milazzo

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Soft, Inviting Accessories

Soft accent pillows and a warm throw are the perfect accessories to make a sofa extra-inviting.

Rustic Barn With Reclaimed Wood Walls, Stone Fireplace & Brown Sofas

Photo: Paul Johnson Photography. From: Kelly and Co. Design

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Classic Chesterfield Sofas

Oversized Chesterfield-style leather sofas never go out of style. These sofas were selected for a musician's home for jam sessions!

Photo: Natalie Umbert

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Modular Must-Have

This modular sofa is deep and comfortable, and you can rearrange it to fit your needs. The size of the sofa makes it easy to socialize or relax.

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Photo: Char Beck Photography. From: Kimberlee Gorsline

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Light It Up

If you plan on curling up with a book, proper task lighting is just as important as selecting the right couch. This contemporary sofa makes for a great reading spot thanks in part to the beautiful arc lamp.

Beige Living Room With Large Couches, Modern Fireplace and Ocean View

Photo: Arianna Noppenberger. From: Aria Design

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Modern Sofa With a View

Large plush sofas make room for lounging next to the TV and sleek stone fireplace, or looking out over the incredible ocean views.

Photo: Alison Kandler. From: Alison Kandler

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Colorful Comfort

Each piece of furniture sports a vibrant shade, while all colors are tied together with the bold, multi colored rug underneath the coffee table. The throw pillows add even more life to the space with the floral patterns and shades of pink.

Elegant Transitional Sitting Room with Animal Print Accents

Photo: Wendy Labrum. From: Wendy Labrum

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Set the Tone With Soft Fabrics

Warm neutral tones and soft surfaces creates cozy, inviting seating in this transitional sitting room. Animal print stools adds a subtle yet bold accent to the formal space, while a rustic, natural wood dresser is a charming rustic touch.

Contemporary White Living Room With Navy Sofa and Blue Art

Photo: Sammy Goh, for Homepolish. From: Justin DiPiero

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Make a Statement With Layers

Layered patterned pillows adorn the sofa in this living room, creating texture and a stylish sense of coziness. Above, a world map in beautiful shades of blue adds interest and color.

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Great Room With Stone Walls and Wood Ceilng

Photo: Kelly and Co Design. From: Kelly and Co. Design

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Linen Sofa Love

Look at those long sofas — perfect for lounging by the fire or watching your favorite TV shows. The symmetry of the room is soothing, as are the neutral tones and natural materials used for the ceiling, walls and floor. The space is at once rustic and contemporary, and large windows bring in plenty of natural light.

Kelly Green Room With Blue and White Rug

Photo: Allison Corona Photography. From: Judith Balis

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Go Big and Bold

Color galore! The blues of the sky and greens of grass and plants make this eclectic living room come alive. The comfy sofa is chock-full of multi-color, patterned pillows that can change with the seasons or on a whim.

Neutral Transitional Sitting Room With Brown Sofa

Photo: Susan Brunstrum. From: Susan Brunstrum

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Cozy Sitting Area

A chaise-style sofa fits perfectly inside this sitting nook with brick walls.

Sitting Area, Dining Area and Living Area in Small Eclectic Space

Photo: Regan Wood. From: Allison Lind

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Modern and Traditional Meet

Clean, modern lines meet traditional-inspired leather upholstery in this inviting chaise-style contemporary sofa.

Photo: r.guarnieri. From: Carrie Maniaci

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Perfect for a Crowd

Planning on entertaining big crowds for movie night or sporting events? Get the biggest sectional sofa you can fit in your space. This expansive sectional means no one will be left feeling uncomfortable.

Blue Transitional Living Room With White Sofa & Gold Accents

Photo: Wendy Labrum. From: Wendy Labrum

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Tufted to Perfection

For more formal lounging, a tufted, white sofa offers an inviting seating space for conversation.

Relaxing Office Space Boasts Comfy Sitting Area

Photo: Claire Esparros. From: Justin DiPiero

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Minimalist Luxe

Big, soft white pillows on top of a plush gray sofa creates a cozy sitting area in this sunny, contemporary office.

White Living Room With White Ceiling Beams and Shell Chandelier

Photo: codyulrich.com. From: Paige Morse

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Sofas for Small Spaces

Short on space does not mean short on comfort. This loveseat is draped in white blankets to offer an inviting place to curl up in a cozy cabin.

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Hunter Green Sitting Area With White Sofa

Photo: Eric Perry. From: Wick Design

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Effortlessly Eclectic

Plush carpet and a sofa covered with faux chinchilla fur add to the 1970s retreat-like feel in the master bedroom at the San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2015.

Photo: David Owen Strongman / Getty Images. From: Love It or List It, Too

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Cozy Rugs Afoot

Your feet need a cozy spot too when you're seated on the couch. Layered rugs like these seen on Love It Or List It, Too will keep your toes happy.

Photo: Caitlin McCarthy Design. From: Caitlin McCarthy Designs

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Blue on Blue

This contemporary sofa is as much a work of art as it is a comfortable place to curl up. The deep seating space makes it an easy spot to stretch out for a nap.

Photo: Bright House Images Photography. From: Kimberlee Gorsline

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Which View is for You?

TV, fireplace or beautiful outdoor surroundings? You have your pick of views with this comfortable sectional sofa.

Modern White Living Room With Curved White Sofa & Marble Coffee Table

Photo: D2 Interieurs. From: D2 Interieurs

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Circle Up

A curved sofa encircles a marble-topped coffee table in this spacious, light-filled living room. The large sofa provides seating for a crowd while keeping with the modern, streamlined look of the space.

Feminine and COntemporary Living Room with Layers of Texture

Photo: Nick O'Neill for Laurel & Wolf; Designer: Lauren Messina

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Traditional and Inviting

Layers of textures and colors through sofa pillows creates a cozy, feminine space in this contemporary living room. Two large pieces of artwork anchor the pretty, neutral sofa that sits against the wall.

Photo: Kelly Sutton Design. From: Kelly Sutton

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Whimsical Comfort

This recreation room packs a punch! A lengthy, custom-built sofa sits below the room's highlight -- a massive piece of photo art depicting a crashing wave. The scale of the otherwise simple piece is what makes it so impactful. Nearby beanbag chairs in an animal print add to the room's sense of whimsy and comfort.

White Contemporary Living Room With Neutral Sofas & Multicolor Pillows

Photo: Allison Corona Photography, Let It Shine Photography, Doug Petersen Photography. From: Judith Balis

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Neutral Palette

All-white walls and neutral tufted sofas keep this living space looking clean and new; fun and funky pillows can be changed out frequently or seasonally to reflect the time of year, the holiday or just your mood!

Covered Patio With Gray Sectional and Wood Coffee Table

Photo: Ryan Garvin. From: Brooke Wagner

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Outdoor Comfort

This rooftop patio features a gray sofa decorated with patterned throw pillows, striped window treatments and a graphic rug. A wood coffee table adds a light element against the rich gray tones.

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Photo: 2id Interiors. From: 2id Interiors

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Library Living

A slipcovered sofa and oversized chairs are made for getting caught up in a good book in this library-inspired living space.

A painted wall with oversize "XOXO" letters accents this space. Added punch comes from colorful pillows, an impactful black-and-white rug and whimsical window treatments

Photo: Allison Corona Photography, Let It Shine Photography, Doug Petersen Photography. From: Judith Balis

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Funky and Fun

A painted wall with oversize "XOXO" letters accents this space. Added punch comes from colorful pillows, an impactful black-and-white rug and whimsical window treatments.

Photo: Vanessa Deleon. From: Vanessa DeLeon

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A Spot to Prop Up Your Legs

A mix of fabrics creates gorgeous texture in this contemporary living room. The neutral velvet sofa is decorated with baby blue throw pillows matching the leather tufted ottoman.

30 Sofas Made for Hours of Lounging

Choosing a Comfortable Couch

Pick a Pair

Soft, Inviting Accessories

Classic Chesterfield Sofas

Modular Must-Have

Light It Up

Modern Sofa With a View

Colorful Comfort

Set the Tone With Soft Fabrics

Make a Statement With Layers

Linen Sofa Love

Go Big and Bold

Cozy Sitting Area

Modern and Traditional Meet

Perfect for a Crowd

Tufted to Perfection

Minimalist Luxe

Sofas for Small Spaces

Effortlessly Eclectic

Cozy Rugs Afoot

Blue on Blue

Which View is for You?

Circle Up

Traditional and Inviting

Whimsical Comfort

Neutral Palette

Outdoor Comfort

Library Living

Funky and Fun

A Spot to Prop Up Your Legs

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