My girlfriend and I recently spent our summer shopping for a new sofa. It was horrible; a three-month search filled with angst, bickering and, ultimately, compromise. Our first mistake was thinking that the perfect sofa exists. It doesn’t. When you’re on a budget there’s always something wrong: it looks great, but it’s not comfortable; it’s too bulky; the color doesn’t match the room; it’s too expensive. My first recommendation? Lower your bar. How about “something minimal, comfortable and sturdy?” If that’s your M.O., you can work with that, and here are some ideas to get you started.
Liam Sofa by Dania $499
Leon Wood Frame Sofa by West Elm $899+
Central Sepia Sofa by CB2 $999
Scott Sofa from Kyle Schuneman by Apt2B $1,298
Adelaide Sofa by Gus Modern $1999
Anson Sofas by Room & Board $2,399
Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn $6000+
Suita Sofa Three-Seater by Vitra $8,1800
Florence Knoll Sofa by Knoll $10,911+
