8 Ottomans You Didn't Know You Needed
Kick off your heels and take a seat, because things are about to get comfy.
In my opinion, few pieces of furniture can compete with an ottoman. Comfortable enough to sit on, stylish enough to complete a room and versatile enough to provide extra storage, this Little Seat That Could is the ultimate addition to any space. (Did I mention that it's comfortable? That’s a huge bonus.)
At the end of the day, all you want to do is put your feet up and relax. Now there’s an ottoman for that. Here are 8 you didn’t know you needed until now.
1: The Faux-Fur Throw
Eclectic Living Room With Leather Sofa
This eclectic living room mixes styles, textures and patterns. A chesterfield leather sofa is among the many seating options along with Art Deco chairs. The ottomans with animal legs and faux fur add a unique touch to the space.
Photo by: Drew Kelly
Drew Kelly
To add texture to your space, choose an ottoman with a stylish faux-fur cover like these two from Antonio Martins. Your guests will be eager to take a seat on something so soft and cozy.
2: The Unexpected Edge
In a bedroom with white walls, furniture and accents, a metallic ottoman shines and makes a big statement. For an even bolder look, go with an ottoman that has a surprising design, like these two dice-shaped pieces.
3: The Sweet Sides
The Power of Abstract
Artwork is just as much the focal point as the mix of furniture styles in this eclectic seating area. A quadrant of bright abstract art coordinates with the dove gray sofa and lavender occasional chair without being matchy-matchy. A scattering of details personalizes the space: a collection of favorite vinyl records and an acoustic guitar.
Photo by: Claire Paquin
Claire Paquin
Why choose one ottoman when you could have two? Take a page out of designer Claire Paquin's book and pair identical pillow-topped pieces to balance your living room and tie the space together.
4: The Resourceful Table
Eclectic Navy Blue Living Room with Mirror Collage
Designer SuzAnn Kletzien's client requested a starburst mirror in the design plan, so Kletzien positioned a starburst mirror collage on a navy accent wall in the living room. She also reupholstered an egg chair in a deep blue velvet fabric and had a custom ottoman built with a removable tray in the center for drinks and snacks.
Photo by: SuzAnn Kletzien
SuzAnn Kletzien
The ottoman's versatile nature doesn't stop there, either; this functional piece of furniture can also conveniently serve as a coffee table. SuzAnn Kletzien's design comes with a removable tray for carrying drinks and other necessities.
5: The Bedside Bohemian
SuzAnn Kletzien
Whether you dwell in a Craftsman or a tiny apartment, you'll definitely want this clever design by SuzAnn Kletzien in your bedroom. Place two plush ottomans at the foot of the bed and instantly make your space feel large and luxurious.
6: The Simply Sophisticated
If simple is more your style, choose a minimalist-friendly piece like this round ottoman from designer Andreas Charalambous. Oversized and covered in durable black leather, an ottoman like this is perfect for lounging.
7: The Nontraditional
Contemporary Living Room With Cowhide Rug
Grey grasscloth wallpaper adds texture to the walls of this contemporary living room, as seen on HGTV's Secrets From a Stylist. The floor color was matched to the walls, allowing the white sofas and bookcase to pop along with a matching cowhide rug.
To give your living room a carefully collected look, repurpose an antique trunk into a new, nontraditional ottoman. Bonus: the piece comes with built-in storage space.
8: The Weatherproof
Scott Hargis Photography
Need more seating on the patio? Want to inch closer to the firepit without moving the whole sofa? With two weatherproof ottomans like these lush accents from designer Holly Bender, your life will become much easier.
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