Accent chairs can be the missing ingredient when it comes to transforming your living space, and whatever you lean towards in terms of style, there are many choices that will uplift any living room. Today, we’re going to go through all the benefits that introducing accent chairs can bring.
Pictured above: Hazel Accent Chair
1. Provides visual balance
When designing your living space, visual weighting is essential in making your home feel well-thought-out. The distribution of varied colours, patterns and shapes can help to bring your space to life with character and break up monotony. Moving the chair to different areas can provide unique effects both stylistically and functionally, so it's a good idea to test things out to see what works best for your home.
2. Shows personal style
How you decorate your space can be a representation of your inner self, reflected outwards in a show of personality and flair. If you prefer to keep it minimal, you might stick to solid colours in muted or neutral tones, bringing peace and a sense of equilibrium. Alternatively, you may prefer pops of colour and pattern, aiming to draw the eyes and capture attention.
Pictured above: Daisy Accent Chair
3. Extra comfort and convenience
It's never a bad thing to have too many options when it comes to seating. You can add convenient extra room for a guest to sit in comfort if you're running low on sofa space, or take joy in creating a nook where you can curl up with a book or handheld device. The smaller scale of an accent chair in comparison to a sofa makes it a versatile option that can be moved at will.
4. Captures the eye
A thoughtfully chosen accent chair can help your space shift from standard to spectacular, becoming the first thing guests pay attention to when they enter your home. Whether it's a bucket chair, sherlock armchair or chesterfield, your guests will be voicing their appreciation of "what you've done with the place". If an accent chair stands out whilst making sense in the space around it, you've struck the perfect balance.
Pictured above: Tessa Manual Recliner Swivel Chair
5. Available in a wide variety
Accent chairs allow you to get experimental with your design choices - whilst you may play it safe with your sofa decisions, you can afford to go a little wild whilst still complementing your existing furniture. If your sofas are wide and block-like, you might complement them with "leggy" furniture for contrast, or pair bold colours with neutrals.
6. Breaking up space
As many houses are now designed with open planning, using accent chairs is a good method to divide up the space in a way that makes sense for your living habits. They form subtle boundaries without the need for walls, for purposes such as defining the living room from the dining area.
All's to say, accent chairs can be the perfect finishing touch when furnishing your home. There are many to offer here at NCF Living, available for purchase online or, if you'd prefer to check them out in person, in our stores. You can find your nearest here.
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