The sofa is one of the most important elements of the living room and so can the space behind it. Enhance it requires a little creativity and good taste, adding functionality and personality to the room.
One of the most practical and elegant solutions is to place a piece of furniture behind the sofa , which can have different functions according to needs and preferences. Let’s see what are the main types of furniture to choose from and how to place them in the best way.
A classic sideboard
The sideboard is a versatile piece of furniture , generally low and long, with doors and drawers and shelves, generally placed in the dining room or living room. The sideboard can be used to store various items , such as books, magazines, remote controls, candles, vases and other decorative accessories. And still contain sets of plates and glasses, cups and goblets. It also acts as a support surface for lamps, paintings, mirrors or plants, creating a pleasant visual continuity with the rest of the living room.
The classic sideboard adapts to a traditional or vintage style, with natural or lacquered wood finishes, perhaps with inlaid or decorated details. You can choose the same shade as the sofa or in contrast, to create a more dynamic effect. A valid choice could be the sideboards created by Febal Casa in collaboration with Daniel Libeskind , which can be perfectly integrated with the rest of the living room .
A simple table
Another option for furniture behind the sofa is to place a table , preferably with a rectangular shape. It can be used as a desk , for working or studying comfortably, or as a dining or snack area, for having quick meals or aperitifs with friends. A table on which to display decorative or functional objects, such as trays, baskets, flowers or magazine racks.
The simple table adapts to a modern or minimalist style, with materials such as metal, glass or laminate. You can choose a table of the same color as the sofa which gives continuity or in contrast to stand out.
Other ideas
In addition to the sideboard and the table, there are other original and creative ideas for furnishing the space behind the sofa . For example:
- Una libreria: a giorno o chiusa da ante scorrevoli che con i suoi pensili offre molto spazio a libri e altri oggetti. Può essere della stessa lunghezza del divano o più corta, per lasciare spazio a delle sedute laterali.
- Una panca: imbottita o in legno, una panca offre una seduta aggiuntiva o un appoggio per i cuscini e le coperte.
- Una consolle: sottile e raffinata, presenta un piano d’appoggio per gli oggetti più preziosi o eleganti. Può essere della stessa larghezza del divano o più stretta, per lasciare spazio a delle lampade da terra.
The piece of furniture behind the sofa is important because it offers extra storage space for books, magazines, remote controls and other items that are often used in the living room. It helps to create a welcoming and harmonious atmosphere , matching the style and colors of the rest of the furniture.