If you’re a style enthusiast and love to keep up with the times, you’re probably itching to know more about the top trends in luxury sofa design.
With a range of world-renowned sofas on our books, it’s a topic that’s close to our hearts, so our expert design team has their fingers firmly on the pulse when it comes to what’s hot and happening in 2023.
Let’s get to it…
This year, expect to see maximalism trumping minimalism, individualism trumping simplicity and contrast trumping monotone.
It’s a whole new world out there when it comes to luxury sofas and, while some designers refuse to abandon their much-loved neutrals, others are enthusiastically embracing the surge of bright colours, complex forms and innovative designs.
If you thought that luxury sofas couldn’t get any better, you were wrong! The new trends of 2023 are absolutely mind-blowing and ready to inspire with a significant leaning towards natural materials, surprising colour combinations and limitless comfort.
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Chat NowHere are 10 of our favourite luxury sofa trends in 2023:
Arguably one of the most unanimous trends this year is eco-friendliness. Designers are striving to play their part in this global endeavour and have most certainly become more mindful of their décor choices and how they affect the planet.
Production methodologies, recycling, the adaptability and longevity of modular designs and utilising sustainably-sourced materials are all carefully considered, and the “throw-away” culture of recent years is waning.
We recommend that you jump on the bandwagon and look out for luxury sofas that are made from bamboo, wicker, sisal, cork, rattan, cotton or wool.
This fabulous fabric made from looped yarn has teddy bear appeal and is making a striking statement if you’re looking for a sofa that will cocoon and comfort you.
With tactile materials on the rise, bouclé offers a wealth of warmth, imbues your aesthetics with a sense of comfort and charm and is a fantastic alternative if you’re aiming for neutral colour schemes.
It’s definitely a material that’s here to stay, so blend it with natural woods or coated metals and take your style to exciting new heights.
As our homes expand and take on new functions, we’re demanding more flexibility from our luxury sofas in terms of style, size and configuration. And the modular shapeshifter sofa accommodates this perfectly.
For those who prefer a little more mobility, this trend is for you. Buy one and you’ll never have to worry about your sofa being left- or right-aligned. Plus, you can swap out chair units for a chaise, add on extra seating and include extra ottomans if you need a footrest or two.
With continually shifting design ideas, people are searching for flexibility and the freedom to change up their environments whenever they want - and modulars are the answer, even in small spaces.
Read our fun article on how to style a modular sofa to make the most of this fabulous furniture item.
After the WGSN declared Digital Lavender to be the colour of the year in 2023, purple sofas are reigning supreme and high-end manufacturers are flexing their creative muscles to celebrate it in style.
A colour with romantic undertones, it represents stability, tranquillity and a sense of escapism. It also provides a refined elegance to formal settings and lively positivity to casual designs.
If purple isn’t your thing, you’re in luck. Colour variants that are not afraid to stand out with their bold, vibrant undertones define the interior design trends of 2023, so find something that grabs your attention and really makes a statement. Daring shades of green, blue, orange and burgundy are all the rage.
Comfort in design is key this year with extra-depth seating, lots of soft cushions and luxury sofas that make room for the masses at the top of the lists.
In keeping with this, the Togo sofa is having a moment in the sun. Originally created in the 1970s, it was truly designed for lazy living and provides the ultimate relaxation with its characteristic pleats of crumpled material.
One-of-a-kind and originally frameless, they are made entirely from polyurethane foam and padded with soft polyester to ensure that you are ensconced in opulent ease.
Of course, getting your hands on an original would be first prize, but there are some outstanding duplicates available for those who are on a budget.
We certainly expect more from our homes in terms of versatility and how well they match our lifestyles these days, so it stands to reason that we need an added bonus from our furniture selections too. The bottom line? Functionality is now a prime focus in 2023.
Multipurpose sofas that offer built-in storage or a comfy spot to spend the night are the new norms, so forget about traditionalism and find yourself furnishings that will enhance your daily routines.
Don’t for a moment think that sofa beds don’t ooze luxury and style – we have a selection that will blow your mind!
If you adore the tranquillity, versatility and class of a great neutral sofa colour, we have great news! Grey, white and greige are still on trend and will probably continue to realise the dreams of true minimalist connoisseurs for years to come.
A staple for professionals, they provide a blank canvas that can be paired with an array of complementary colours, tactile textures and accent pieces like custom rugs or artistic ornaments.
They are the perfect backdrop if you want to indulge in the bold hues that dominate the palettes of 2023.
Without a doubt, 2023 is the year of the curve with fluid, sculptural sofas topping the charts.
Available in all shapes and sizes from stately three-seaters to cosy and compact loveseats, they promote deep relaxation and a calming aesthetic.
If you’re doing a full home refurbishment and want to push the envelope to include this trend in other elements of your living areas, think about dramatic window arches, sweeping staircases and ingeniously curved walls.
We are definitely moving towards an era in luxury sofas where maximalism and eclectic combinations of colours, textures and shapes are on the rise. With this in mind, Art Deco is having a resurgence in the design world.
Look out for generous inclusions of gold and steel, rich fabrics, geometric forms, lacquered wood and repeat patterns in deep, bold colours.
Inspired by the Industrial genre, contemporary trends favour metals of all kinds and sofas with steel frames rather than wooden ones are all the rage, providing a rugged, modern aesthetic that is charming in its own right.
Whether you prefer copper, bronze, brass, gold or stainless steel, the world is your oyster when it comes to choices, so delve a little deeper into the world of luxury sofas and find something that tickles you pink.
A cautionary note from our design team:
Investing in a new sofa is a wonderful way of upgrading your sitting room without having to start from scratch. But while following the trends is both exciting and fun, it’s wise to think about the future of your space rather than impulse buying and regretting it later.
Avoid making common mistakes by considering the layout, style and colour of your room before taking the final plunge and, if you’re still in doubt, read our interesting article on 4 sofa trends to avoid in 2023 and what to buy instead.
We consider ourselves experts in the world of interior design and offer a range of world-renowned, luxury sofas that will fill every need. So, if you’re in the market for something stylish and new, get in touch with our team today or pop into our spectacular showroom for a glass of bubbly and a chat.
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