Modular sofa: choosing the right configuration for your living room

A modular sofa is made up of elements that are arranged according to the room and the model. Before choosing an L-shaped, U-shaped, or linear configuration, check three things: the floor space, the exact contents of the order, and the unit to which the price corresponds.

Starting from your living room plan

Draw the doors, windows, radiators, and daily traffic routes. Then, mark out the dimensions of the desired configuration on the floor using masking tape. Add the coffee table and ensure that you can access the seats and move through the room.

A full configuration dimension is not the dimension of a single element. The Cloud Modular in boucle product page, for example, indicates 320 × 160 × 75 cm for the complete composition. The Dune in anthracite chenille page indicates 480 × 100 × 70 cm for a five-module configuration. These values are used to compare volumes and then to request the layout plan of the elements you wish to order.

L-shaped, U-shaped, or linear: keeping passages open

An L-shaped layout can follow a corner or define a section of the living area. A U-shape provides more seats facing each other but occupies a more enclosed space. A straight line is suitable for placement along a wall. In an open-plan room, also check the appearance of the back of the sofa and the passage behind the elements.

Possibilities vary depending on the system. The Prismatic in pop art patterned boucle fabric is described as reconfigurable into a U-shape, L-shape, or separate elements. Do not assume these same possibilities for all items: ask which modules can be assembled, how they connect, and which sides are finished.

Understanding the price per module

A photo showing a complete sofa does not mean that all its elements are included in the displayed price. The Botanica in olive green bouclette is sold by module: its selection distinguishes between a left module, corner module, right module, and central ottoman. The dimensions 320 × 280 × 70 cm on its page describe the entire set, not a single module.

To compose your order, list the necessary references and quantities, then check the total corresponding to your configuration. Confirm separately which cushions, ottomans, tables, or accessories are included. If you wish to complete the sofa later, ask about the possibility of reordering elements; their future availability and color batch consistency are not guaranteed by the modular principle.

Seat, upholstery, and maintenance

Compare the seat height and depth, and ask for these measurements if only the total height is indicated. A low, deep seat offers a different posture than a higher seat. The Cloud Modular page describes a seat about 40 cm high; the Dune page mentions a seat depth of about 100 cm.

The COM-700 low sofa in ecru bouclette and leopard print velvet consists of two elements and rests without visible legs. This type of base requires thinking about cleaning underneath the furniture. For the fabric, follow the instructions specific to the reference: a removable cover is not automatically machine-washable.

Five configurations from the catalog

These dimensions are taken from the product pages and do not replace a dimensioned plan of your order. Verify final measurements and options with the chosen reference.

Preparing for delivery and installation in the room

Measure the path for the furniture to the living room: door width, hallway turns, stairs, and elevator. Ask for the dimensions of each package, the weight relevant for handling, and which parts can be disassembled. The existence of modules alone does not guarantee passage through a staircase.

Before paying, have the availability, lead time, fees, and delivery terms confirmed for your address. Consult the shipping policy and the return policy. To discuss a composition, contact us with a plan and the modules you are considering.

Frequently asked questions

Can you buy a sofa module by module?

Yes, for references that explicitly offer it, such as Botanica. Check the unit price and variants; this possibility is not common to all sofas.

Can you change the configuration after purchase?

This depends on the elements and the assembly system. Compare the configurations described on the product page and ask for the plan corresponding to your order.

Where can I compare other seating?

Consult the sofa collection and the swivel chair guide to complete your living room.