While much time is often spent selecting the ideal sofa to anchor a space, all too often the side chair used in a living space is considered an afterthought. Not so. Side chairs can and should be treated as a primary piece of furniture that can add a space’s finishing touch. Here are some tips on how to purchase the perfect side chair to enhance your home.
DO pick a side chair in a fabric that allows for flexibility in various rooms.
DO consider selecting a side chair to serve as your inspirational piece in a space and build a color palette around it.
DO consider pairs. Two side chairs side by side can make a powerful statement and serve as a versatile and flexibility seating solution.
DON’T pick the trendy choice. Furniture purchases are high ticket items, so make sure you select a piece you love.
DON’T purchase the set. Buying a large grouping of matching furniture is seldom successful. Often it is too much furniture or creates a look that fails to add interest.
DON’T simply stuff a side chair in a space as an afterthought. Always think function first.
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Cathy Hobbs, based in New York City, is an Emmy Award-winning television host and a nationally known interior design and home staging expert with offices in New York City, Boston and Washington, D.C. Contact her at info@cathyhobbs.com or visit her website at www.cathyhobbs.com .
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