3 Sofas You Should NEVER Buy
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- Take the style quiz and never buy the wrong sofa again! Also, I know the music is annoying! Can't change it. Thanks for watching.
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It's always about personal taste your living room reminds me of my grandmothers house not too comfortable
People who use their living room, want comfortable furniture , because that's where they spend their time. That's also where their guests visit them.
I have 2 living rooms, sort of. One is more of a small sitting room thats ugly and uninviting, with no TV and with an uncomfortable as hell couch and when guests that we don't like come over that's where we take them. They don't stay very long at all.
Hahaha!!!
"No more than three people will want to seat in a sofa"
Lady you have obviously haven't met my family😂😂
Febe Cortes ... There is a difference between wanting to and having to.
Nice video
I think you're missing the important point here.
Right my family actually like being next to each other
information was good but the music was to loud and annoying
I enjoyed the music and had no difficulty in hearing what was said.
I liked the music but the volume needs to be down to background level, much quieter than the speaker. Like a tinkly piano in a bar, it is to warm the mood and enable conversation.
Romona Robinson
Music is dreadful. Far too loud and I'm not in New Orleans, so something soft and classical perhaps.
True!
@@v.r.2834 can't hear a thing with this load background
I have a marshmallow sofa. Let me tell you why it is my favourite one: because when I arrive home tired and want to rest while watching the tele, listening to music or reading, it is by far the most comfortable of them all. My body loves its softness, and being able to lift my legs makes the recliner a piece of heaven. My other sofa, which is like the ones you recommend, gets only used when having a coffee with a friend. It's good for a chat, and to look at, but not for a true rest. My parents have a Chesterfield sofa... far too hard for me. I guess it all depends of what the person wants the sofa for.
Toozl
Sing it 😘
Toozlepops marshmallow all the way um gonna buy coz i hav issues with my back
We just recently purchased a Marshmallow style sofa and loveseat but in a dark brown leather. I think it's called cat Naper. We all love it! Not very fancy looking but SUPER comfortable. I prefer comfort over style. We enjoy the time we spend at home relaxing and watching movies as a family on our puffy couch. I got a lot of criticism from friends saying that they were to ugly and bulky. My response was: "I furnish my home to my comfort and pleasure not to please others"😆
Yes, the big marshmallow sofa is comfy and perfect for relaxation. Also to lay down and watch a Netflix marathon.
Thing is I only am comfortable in a recliner. It’s tough to find one that’s modern. They usually come in grandma and man cave.
Try Lazy Boy, if you are looking for comfy/modern
Try natuzzi italia. Modern reclining sofas
Mid-century designs are comfortable :). Eames Lounger is a fav
Me too. There is nothing as comfy as a big leather recliner. I like staying somewhat up to date with decor. But furniture needs to be comfy first.
try ZuriFurniture.
It's good advice for people who just like to display them but for me I like my sofas to sit, lay down and enjoy, not for display
Please enough
Well she’s an interior designer so.. why are you here 😂
I agree with her. I used to like pretty but now i see the light.
@@bridgeeeena5798 As an interior designer she has to take client's requests into consideration. Her sofa propositions did not seem very comfy or durable. Only nice for display.
😂😂😂
Tone down the background music; it is too loud.
Here_We_Go_Again3 ok. I need a sound engineer!
I like your video but have to agree with the music comments. Intro and outro seems best where one is talking and music throughout if no narration. Keep up the good work.
You just described all of the sofas my husband likes. Haha! Dang husband is messing up my style vibe. 🤣
My husband & I never agree on sofas, ha ha, she has some good points.
I'm a man with a degree in Interior Decorating. I agree with your opinions. The sofa/love seat combo has been around so long that most consider it design blasphemy to consider anything else. Good job. Keep it up.
Kill the background music while you're talking. That said, 😥 I do like your tips so I'm giving a thumbs up to it. 🏡🌺
Just Me thank you!
I agree very irritating
Everyone is a movie director these days!
Just Me I love the music tho'.
Richard Foo Hi, I like the type of music, just not that loud while she was talking. 🌞
Buying a sofa, is a different experience for everyone. No one should be able to tell you what type or style of sofa you should buy, you should buy it based on how you want it to function. Are you using it in front of a TV? Then you should go for comfort, sacrifice some style if you have to, to achieve this, in the long run, the comfort aspect will by far outweigh any style aspects. If you are using the sofa as more of a focal piece, then yes, you should concentrate on the style aspect, and blend the style of the sofa to its surroundings. I have seen far too many people focus on the style of a sofa, then are disappointed when they go to live in it, and its not comfortable. Remember, we live in our homes, you can often find comfort at the end of a long day on your sofa. Its great if its a show piece, but sometimes the only way to get the comfort you deserve, is to be willing to sacrifice a little style.
Jim Baker thanks for your comment. I run a class on making over your home and most of my subscribers are looking for honest design advice that will get them out of their rut. Never sacrifice style or comfort. You can have both. The giant mushroom sofas are EXPENSIVE and frankly a waste of your hard earned money. I am a real designer and give real solutions to my clients that look and feel good. So no hideous sofas. Lol
baiyinadotcom agreed, lovely advice
I love my sectional in our family room. I rearrange it several ways. Its soo comfy plus good looking! We're very happy with it.
@@baiyinadotcom I love your advice, but in this case it's not a waste of money. My 20+ year leather marshmallow love seat shows a few wear only! If only I can upholstery it! 😁
If you like the Sofa and it works for your lifestyle - buy it.
yes of course! my advice if for people who are interested in design, interior design, finding their style...I help people who don't feel like they know how to make their home more stylish. but yes do what you want.
True, unless you like the “marshmallow” sofa… you can’t even set a drink on the armrest. It’s hideous AND not functional ;-)
You sound like my husband. He loves the over sized sofa!! I regret buying it now... we recently purchased a two story home and the sofa looks out of place basically. It doesn't go with my design
I desire. The old house it was fine in a game room setting. I had no idea we were going to be moving within a year. It was very pricey. Very comfortable, but I can't really put accent chairs. I'm trying to find ideas of styles. Not everyone cares, but I do.
I totally regret it!!
@@tanyaflynn4908 does your husband regret it?
@@mikecole1664 no, he loves it! ❤️ I have to style around that thing. Lol. Compromise.
I'll go for the couch and matching loveseat always! !!!
Your advice is great!... But the music on your video is too distracting... found it hard to concentrate on what you were saying
Thank you, I'm glad this information resonated. People don't realize how much money you waste buying the wrong sofas
Loved your video (see my full comment earlier). But, you have to remember "wrong" for you and me is (just like Goldilocks) juuuuust right for somebody else. It seems several people were mostly annoyed that you're telling them what (not) to buy. Maybe a different title that wasn't so prescriptive would have been better. Like-- Sofas that are hard to decorate around; Sofas so ugly, your cat won't even pee on them... ummm.... ah, hell, some people just don't care. And, if everyone stopped buying these hideous sofas, think how many people around the world would be out of work. ;o) LOL! Best!
Love the music!!!!
@@baiyinadotcom You completely ignored OP's comment on the music being too loud, which was the main part of their comment and the reason they posted! I agree with them: the music is too loud. I only subscribe to TH-camrs who listen to their viewers. I completely ignore those who ignore us.
@@labradoriteatheart Wow. Relax. She clearly saw the comment, and I'm sure took it to heart. But that's a difficult criticism to respond to. The fact that she responded at all, AND in a positive way, shows that she felt positive about the comment that was left. I'm sure her next video has lower music. No need to get upset and rude.
HOLY SMOKES!!! I JUST LOVE YOU AND YOUR SUGGESTIONS!!! I'm an upholster and have a fabric and design studio. I have been working with clients and saying the same exact things FOREVER!!! YOU MY FRIEND ARE AWESOME. YOU HAD ME AT 3 COUCHES YOU SHOULD NEVER BUY!
I would like to upholstery my marshmallow love seat! 🥰
I'm sure you'll series is excellent but that music is far too Loud and Incredibly irritating so
I call the "Marshmallow Sofa" the "Bro Sofa" ("Bro-fa"). Cos really, where d'you see them most often? Dorms/frat houses, dens/basements, and bachelors' homes. Yes, they are comfy and indestructible, high criteria for a bro. They also hide coins and crumbs for emergencies. (Suppresses vomit)
Our decorating styles are nothing alike but YES to everything you've related here. I try to tell people this stuff all the time, when they compliment me on the way my place is and ask why they have trouble achieving the same satisfactory result in their own spaces. In my opinion, this video was spot on :)
I have the big sectional sofa and it works just fine.
Thank you! This video was so helpful and informative. I learned more here in 6 minutes than in reading a whole decorating book. You're great.
You are sooooooooooo right. The three are mens man cave sofas. Stay clean lines, traditional, don't over do or think it. It's a couch not a gymnasium or sleep platform, that's what a bed is for.
Exactly why I don't want a big plush comfy couch in my living room. I don't want to spend a lot of time in front of the TV and I hate falling asleep in my living room so I decided to go for a firm couch.
ughh sleeping in the living room....!!!! ...within a year the couch is squashed and smelly!!
good points!
I have a sectional that I have grown to hate because I find that my husband and some guess lay on it like its a bed. I am looking for a sofa that is comfortable, but not so much where ppl want sleep on it.
I'm a huge fan of the ginormous sectional. To each their own.
I don’t have to see it to know it’s ugly. You may like it. But it’s still ugly.
Same, they're cooomfyyy
@@bmw8913 I really don’t even think they’re always ugly.
@@bmw8913 the cloud couch isn't ugly
@@wifeyb.9779 the cloud couch is the UGLIEST thing you can willingly put in your house. Toilets are ugly, but you need them. Toilets are second to the could couch. They maybe comfortable and doze off for a nap on, but they’re UGLY.
I want to hear your valued opinion, not the hyped up jazzy background music which competes against your words.
I've been bingeing your videos and just wanted to come back here after hearing you talk about leveling up to let you know that you're early 'controversial' videos have way more practical advice and info than a lot of other interior design influencers are putting out today and even though your style has evolved a ton, these were the videos that made an impression on me to make me subscribe. Just wanted to drop some positivity in among the people who'll die before relinquishing their marshmallow sofas and polypropylene rugs 😊
The "marshmallow sofa" is the most common sofa, hands down. Lol!
I️ love my extra large sectional. Everyone else does too.
msprissy1167 same here! And its actually beautiful. She needs to take into account that everyone has different style and needs. She should have named the video "3 sofas that I would never buy" instead of informing people what she feels their style should be. Smh lol
ikr like i have a u shaped sofa and i personally have lots of peeople come to my house so and an L shape sofa with 3 seats is small. u shaped sofas are not big lol for her it might be cuz its small room but i live in a house so big rooms big sofas
Most British homes aren't large enough fo a sectional, so therefore it dominates the room and you often have to squeeze around it. They are also not adaptable.
I know I do
I agree with everything but the marshmallow. Marshmallow sofas are appropriate for a game room/ basement tv room. We just purchased reclining 'marshmallow' sofa for the basement. I would never have it upstairs but downstairs it is exactly what we wanted. It is a tailored marshmallow lol but still puffy and comfy in all the right places
Thanks for sharing your perspective!
Helen Pratt , very true. If you are blessed to have a home with a living/sitting room and a den/family room or basement those honking big azz puffy marshmallow shameless sofas are great. And get a nice diminutive clean line sofa. I love looking at old movies and TV shows for inspiration. Also have you noticed how you can only buy sofas in only 4 to 5 colors these days? Very boring and bland.
@@lettyguerra371 Aahh! Limited colour palette, it's true! And few of us have the budget for custom upholstery! Certainly not I!
@@lettyguerra371 I agree. I purchased a sofa last year from Sofa Mart (Furniture Row). There were several different colors, designs, and materials to choose for the style of sofa I chose to purchase. I chose a solid deep aqua colored suede type of material. At the time when I purchased it was the same price to get a "regular" color or or to wait a few weeks longer by choosing one of the swatches for customization. This was the first time I was able to purchase a sofa. All my previous sofas and/or couches had been hand me downs up to this point. For years I always knew, when I was finally in the market to buy one, that I didn't want a common color like beige or brown.
@@rothieadunnigan2009 the aqua sounds gorgeous. I bought a cranberry-colored sofa ten years ago and I still love it. It looks great for my style (transitional) and isn’t a copycat of everybody else’s living room.
I work in the furniture and all your points were good however all point can be easily countered with the right pieces and what a customer needs or want.
You are absolutely right about sectional sofas. Guests do not want to sit directly next to you and even having a loveseat adjacent to the sofa can still be too close for comfort. That is why I have a small Chesterfield sofa which is only 77" wide and two lounge chairs that sit across from the sofa. Guests prefer their own chair because it grants them personal space. Also, I have learned that if people perceive any obstacle between them and the door, it will subconsciously invoke feelings of anxiety, (people feel safer when they know they can quickly exit a space) so, I have positioned the chairs to somewhat face the front door. My guests naturally go for the chairs, every time.
This video is almost 4 years old and still accurate! Very impressive!
I’d never buy a white sofa. They are magnets for stains! My opinion.
Vicky Garcia totally! It’s not for everyone.
Vicky Garcia your right
I have a light Cream sofa I've had it now for 12 years I live N an apartment I have no stains or spots on my sofa no 1 but me is allowed to eat on it. No red soda is Allowed N my apartment lol If I notice a small spot I immediately go 4 my Shout Stain Removal with a lil water on a white towel
I have no problems Guess I'm anal like that 😊😂
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Vicky Garcia Same! But I envy the type of family who can own one (use it daily) and keep it looking clean! I feel like my kids could dirty up a sofa (or floor) as they just pass by it.
I like that you came up with positive tips/alternatives, rather than just saying negative comments against poorer choices.
They are always comfortable and that’s the most important thing when sitting or sleeping on it.
Love it! 🥰
Between multiple door openings, a sliding glass door, and a fireplace there is basically only one long wall where we can put furniture in the living room without making it awkward to walk around. We went with a long sectional with the chaise lounge on the end. I seriously love this style. It's both cozy and attractive. Agree with the marshmallow sofa, I don't even find them that comfortable to be honest.
Hate the marshmallow sofa! I also hate marshmallow recliners. I remember being a little kid and thinking the same thing. LOL!
You right!!!
I've broken all 3 rules then, and happily so. Our marshmallow sofa is a massive 5 pc modular sectional. Each unit is wide enough to seat 2 ppl and long enough that the back of your legs are fully supported no matter how tall you are. Also they tend to offer more height so 6 ft ppl can sit back with shoulder support. The depth and height is such that you sit without feeling like you're sinking too deep, yet with enough recoil to not leave butt prints. You can seat 8 ppl on it comfortably with space & it can be turned into a U, L, and a box ... or separated into pairs, threes, or singular units. We have had many sleepover & Netflix parties where everyone was able to lay down with blankets. I have far more versatility bc it is modular. I've even separated my 5 pc to where I've taken 2 to put by the entryway & the other 3 in front of the TV. I've then, also put 2 pairs of sofas facing each other to make guest beds when guests sleepover. It also is stain-resistant & hasn't sunk down even though we use our couch far more than our beds. It's been 6 yrs ownership so far. I'm just upset that they no longer sell these at my furniture store, bc I'd love a different color for the basement of our future home.
hey, well if it works for you, thats great! thanks for watching and commenting
Let’s see your rack
I enjoy my matching sofa and loveseat, thank u very much ;)
I totally agree! I have always owned antiques and current pieces. I've NEVER owned a sectional and while I do own a love seat, it is used in a master bedroom sitting area; NOT with my leather sofa in the living room. My antiques always remain (since 1980) and as styles change I update with upholstery (on the antiques when needed) and my accent / current pieces I "work in" . Everyone loves our home and feels comfortable in it. I love ❤️ watching your videos and great advice. Keep sharing!
I have a sectional and it is amazing. We can keep it as a whole piece or we can "section" it off. It's cozy and accent pillows and blankets can give you that feel without having to do have such different pieces of furniture. Anyway...
Laureal Bennett nothin wrong with a sectional. Is it ginormous?? It's the super large scale ones that are poofy that I'm referring too :)
Great ideas something to think about next time I purchase a sofa.
In your opinion, what's the best sofa to do four play on?
You give good, solid advice. I haven't bought a new sofa since 1997. I have Great Danes. If I ever go to a furry football kind of dog, I might consider a new sofa.
Sorry but can i ask....is your sofa even comfortable? It looks rigid and all those pillows... Where do you sit? Do those pillows end up on the floor ?
it's super comfy!!
baiyinadotcom you live alone that's why...😁😁😁😁
lol exactly my taught. she is giving the priority to looks over comfort
I like your video and you couch looks comfy too me. You are very right about the couch/love seat combo, dealing with that right now.
munna k I have a lot of pillows on my sofa and yes, they do end up on the floor.
Watching this from my incredibly comfortable and stylish sleek U-shaped sectional. It cleverly pulls out to a 2-person bed, my brother and his GF live abroad and they occasionally stay over. And it fits as if it’s custom made. My living room is L-shaped, it fits in the short part of the L.
4-5 people can sit and still hold a conversation, more than that, and it’s just seating. My ex and I got this one, because we wanted to both be able to lounge, legs stretched out, etc.
Different strokes for different folks, the most important thing about your house, is that it makes you happy. Not what’s dictated by trends.
I happen to love calm interiors with white and earth tones and natural materials with little pops of color. People who like bright furniture and rooms stuffed to the brim, might hate my house. But that’s fine.
Have to admit, your video titles are very off putting. Makes you look like a know it all.
. . . I glance over to my living room and see my new matching "marshmallow" couch and loveseat. . . 😅
Sooooo comfortable! 🥰
Some marshmallow sofas look really good! And I love matching loveseats as well
Bought a chesterfield type sofa set. I’ve had it for 6 months and it hasn’t held up worth crap and isn’t very comfy. I just bought a very cushioned sectional with recliners. I’ll never choose style over comfort again. I think the new one looks very nice. It’s the Tambo Canyon by Ashley.
I agree the music is a bit much. But the tips are great👍🏾
Great video!!! but gosh i absolutely love my leather marshmallow sectional🤣 .......and it looks awesome ....great video tho
I have had my leather marshmallow sofa over 15 years. Best Italian leather sofa I have ever bought. Cushions are like day it was bought. Leather has no wear.
@@charm8167 me too, and I still in love with it! 🥰
I like matching sets. I have managed to have a lot of versatility. I think it is a matter of preference. Teach us how to work with what we have.
If know what you are doing matching sets can look amazing
Haha the second picture for the ‘marshmallow sofa’ is pretty much exactly the sofa my boyfriend bought. Trying to faze it out now with the other decor. Not to mention it WASNT indestructible and for the price it sure should have been
It is basic advice but common mistakes. My perfect go to layout is a large comfy sofa, a statement chair and a smaller chair or pouf or ottoman that can be adaptable between leg rest or something to perch on. That way you have a really adaptable layout between the 2 of you flopping out in front of Netflix and more formal social situations like a dinner party where you can have people seated and have drinks without feeling hemmed in. Another trick is to have a mis match dining table, 6 chairs, 2 of 3 designs that contrast and complement each other. That way, if you need more seating space you can pull across a chair without it looking like your pulled something from a dining suite.
I see what you mean about the Chesterfield sofa. it's nice. What what about safety, durability? What makes a sofa last? And can my 98-year old relative get in and out of it?
Ooooo the velvet couch from anthropology so pretty
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That Chesterfield sofa is gorgeous but I can guarantee it has a price tag of 1000.00 or more. If there were no dogs, grandchildren, a husband who can be messy or guests that may show up I might consider paying that much for a beautiful piece but that is not my world so I settle for a sofa I can use slipcovers with.
Super like but pls redo the video without the background music
ok no more music. i'm going to make a video on the 3 sofas you SHOULD buy
Really the problem with all sofas is that they are poorly designed and quality and comfort are not considered. A sofa is more and more expensive investment everyday! Stores carry the so called marshmallow furniture for one reason only THEY SELL. The reason they sell is because of comfort and durability. Of course of speaking of the quality marshmallow sofas. The average life span of a sofa is ten years in an active family of five. Now I'm not a furniture designer but wouldn't the furniture designers not take notice and use the the marshmallow sofa as an example or jumping of point to designing new an innovated sofas for mass production so we can get the best of both worlds. I agree I'm so past the sofa love seat and chair phase but unfortunately furniture stores are not. It's frustrating tomboy a sofa now a days because designers are so behind the needs of the customers they are trying to sell to.
Totally agree
It may be comfortable- but it sure is ugly. Its like a big stuffed vinyl box in a room.
Where were you when I was sofa shopping several years ago? Fantastic Video and advice. Love the music too! Thanks
I'm just a super basic 30 yr old dude with no sense of home decor at all and even I have said for years that sectional couches are the fugliest things of all time. Thank you
GUILTY AS CHARGED, your Honour! I've had matching sofas for 4 years 😩! I was looking at them the other day, wishing I hadn't been so hasty with the purchase, but it was 'on trend' at the time, and I based it on the show home I visited. Big mistake. I thought they make a timeless addition to my living room. Hey ho...
Hi! Good ideas ... One complain ... Annoying background music... Plz avoid it in other videos. It's so annoying that I had to stop watching the video in the middle.
Mish Hani this is the one vid where I made it too loud by accident. Sorry
You have some valid points, but a good designer knows how to incorporate the furniture appropriately in specific spaces. I so wish I could upload a picture of my beautiful, large family room using big, cream, leather furniture. My family room is where we hang out, this type of furniture may not fit in a living or formal room, but most people want their home to look nice a be comfortable!
The one sofa you should buy is the one that you like! Regardless of style. (Just don't put plastic covers on it! LOL!) The Chesterfield sofa IS stylish, but uncomfortable--the back is hard and too low. However, it would LOOK good in a room that you don't use often.
I'm not trying to be disrespectful, but your living room behind you does not look cozy or comfortable. It looks very rigid and formal, not relaxing at all.
Karen. That's one of those rooms people just look at. They only go into it to wipe off the dust. I call them girl caves..
Karen Adams it’s beautiful
I would fit so comfortably in her living room. I like comfort and beauty all in one. I've sat in one of those sofas and it was comfortable for me :) but to each his own, I suppose.
I disagree. I’d do all sorts of entertaining in there but that’s my lifestyle. I know a lot of people from whom this wouldn’t work.
Karen Adams Lmfao 😂🤣
Excellent about the Chesterfield sofa!
I am an interior designer and I typically try to steer my clients away from sectionals for the very reasons you listed. People are comfortable sitting on the ends of sofas, not the middle and the corner of a sectional is a total waste of space. I much prefer two sofas or a sofa and accent chairs (as you mentioned). No one wants to sit like birds on a wire. I do have to say, those who like "marshmallow" sofas because they are comfortable and loungy likely won't like a chesterfield. While classic and beautiful, a chesterfield style sofa is not a lounging sofa as it has a low stiff back. I would recommend they replace the marshmallow with something like a bridgewater or lawson style sofa.
Thanks for your thoughts on sofas.
I am selling my five seater leather chaise and ottoman. I bought it because we have a narrow lounge room, and because the ottoman pushed in created a double bed for extra guests. But in effect it was a two seater or lounging chaise because you are right people do not sit side by side to talk.
I have ordered a two seater, two recliners and two occasional chairs. The are all modest in proportions and as you said easy to move and adapt to social situations. I will be able to seat six, one per sleeping position. I am looking see if I can get an accent chair on wheels that can do double duty as extra seating and office chair.
Very useful tips, thanks so much for sharing! Love your shirt, very nice cut!
Thanks Jenny!
Dave. Her opinion is obviously from a womans perspective. Look at the room she's in. A girls cave. Us men love the big comfortable sofas and recliners. And big tv's. Baiyina sweetheart you can do whatever makes you happy in every room in the house. Just give us our man cave and the rest is yours. You know, happy wife happy life. lol!
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Hi ,I love review on buying sofa,my family room is very small and so I have a sofa and matching love seat I'm shoping for a new set but find it difficult because neither are on the wall ,only 1 wall and the tv is on it.do you have any suggestions?
Dave I understand a man's need for comfort, believe me, you can be comfortable in less puffy furniture. Currently, I'm decorating a bachelor's newly renovated home. We collaborated on the renovations, all very basic and neutral. He wanted his old puffy sectional and recliner back in his newly renoed living space. The space was cramped, he was pleased. 2 weeks later I was back at his house as I knew I would be. For some reason that puffy furniture ate up all the space. Now he's very comfortable and happy w/ scaled down seating. Once again, leave it to the ladies, we know how to please men.
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Lol not sure how marshmallow sofas ever end up in a house but they are my biggest pet peeve. Your home is a representation of you, so basically you walk in and see the person is either lazy or has no clue. Looks like you’re straight up sitting on garbage bags lol
Courtney Koç ...oh fuck right off
Ha ha! I'm sorry
Five places to sit in my home is unreasonable. I have 6 in my family and they often have friends over. I also have a large room. We have had 2 full size couches and a loveseat all at once and still some had to sit on the floor. It’s time for new furniture so I’m looking for tips for large rooms and families. I agree about the overstuffed couches and sectionals, although I am considering a reclining type for movie watching, but don’t dislike matching couches with a different chair or two. Thanks for the ideas!
I agree with you on all those sofas being a thumbs down. I also don't like living room SETS. I have 2 similar sofas facing each other but my living room is huge. I love it.
Nice content, would love to see better video quality of yourself & the music was hard to listen to. New sub!
Mel.M. Leolahi thanks Mel! I’m working on this!! For 2018.
Stumbled across your channel looking to purchase a new sofa. I'm a very contemporary man have pretty good taste interested in buying an L shape sofa from CB2/ cool vid very upbeat personality. like the info perspective. I just hit like 👍🏽😊
South Standards thank you. I’m loving cb2 right now and really their sectionals
My living room was designed in the 90’s and is enormous!! I have two giant couches facing each other and 4 chairs! There’s two seating areas. It a nightmare. I’m moving to a newer house with a normal size living room and getting rid of a couch!
I didn't think I was going to like the video but I actually do. It's just that many of us are stuck with what we have. I'm using the dark blueish leather sofa and loveseat my husband bought before we got married. Not something I would have picked out but I made it work using a misture of throw pillows, chrome lamps, and I recovered an ottoman that added a modern/eclectic look. I also have a white puffy leather reclyner which is a must have for the hubby, and two black and white armless chairs that I adore. I use the love seat in another room with two soft, beige arm chairs because it was just too much furniture for the living room. I wish I could post photos here because I'm pleased with the look of both rooms JUST USING WHAT I HAD. YOU CAN MAKE IT WORK IF YOU PUT YOUR MIND TO IT.
Loved your video and found your comments valuable. I have modified marshmallows and they are driving me nuts. I've been looking for a sectional but for the very reasons you stated I don't think any sectional is going to work in my room. And I do not want the matchy-matchy look either. As for the extremely rude comments below, people are so incredibly insecure that they take your strong opinions as attacks on their personal style and choices. All designers have strong opinions -- both fashion and interior designers. They all talk like you, making strong statements about what's in or what's out, or whatever. You did clearly state that you know your sofa style is not for every one. Did people not hear that? I have seen several of your videos and you have never come off as pretentious to me. Artsy and opinionated, yes. Pretentious, no. There is some kind of strange and totally unjustified hating type of vibe going on in the comments below. Please ignore that stuff. You are a classy, beautiful, articulate and talented lady. If people don't want to hear from a designer they shouldn't watch your videos.
Shiva G thank you so much!!
I have # 1 and #3
I agree on the modular furniture. It's taken over the market. I'm shopping for a non-modular, leather 3-seater and my options feel so limited.
I'm a bachelor, this woman is so smart, and helped me out very much. Thanks!
The music reminds me of a Woody Allen movie.
Frances Ruggeri yes, it’s kind of silly lol. But love this woody Allen movies!
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Then you like gypsy jazz :) It’s been famous for about 100 years, and comes from Paris.
Frances I was think more of a Charlie Chaplain silent film.
@@deannacolegate4147 Yes the music tempo had me expecting a speeded up background clip of ten house guests pouring into the room, sitting on sofa, making disapproving Charlie Chaplin faces, then pouring out again, without her even knowing they'd been in there. 🤭
When I heard the presenter pronounce the term “chaise longue” as “chase lounge”, my attention switched from her intended message to her actual words, and I asked myself whether she even knows what she’s talking about here. A chaise longue has nothing to do with a dude named chase, and while it can be lounged in, the “longue” simply means “long”, not “lounge”. It is simply and quite literally a long chair.
I didn't know this. What is the proper pronunciation?
@@LettyB76, “shez long.”
Formal living room vs Family room. I agree with many of the comments below on both sides, but many are commenting on 2 completely different rooms and styles. Blending the 2 styles into one room is the tricky part and the reason for the comments below. When designing a room, try to consider as many different options as possible. Some rooms are limited on size and layout options, but many times smaller, more flexible furniture is a better choice. Also consider how often you plan to replace the furniture. Are you looking to replace 5, 10, or even 20 years? Do you plan on purchasing a different home in the near future? We were forced to let go an insanely expensive piece of furniture because it literally didn’t fit in our new home. We currently have a massive mirror sitting in our garage wrapped in bubble wrap and moving blankets because we can’t find a way to make it work in our new home either. Take your time, consider many styles. When in the showroom, don’t just jump from one piece to the other. Get settled in and see how the piece feels. It is likely a very expensive purchase and you certainly don’t watch to rush this decision. I would suggest keeping your large pieces neutral and accent with trendy rather than getting stuck with outdated furniture. We have owned many homes over the years and have been through this many times. As I write this, we are currently looking to redesign yet again. Hope this helps. Good luck everyone.
I loved the information & I agree with you. Please don’t play the music so loud, it’s annoying & disruptive to the great knowledge you present. With great respect.
The music in the video is so annoying and distracting ,I couldn’t continue watching !!!!
I agree. Can’t stand the music and actually the living room behind her isn’t that appealing. It’s too old fashioned
That background music is too loud and agitated. It's hard to concentrate on what you are saying.
I think your living room is lovely! I am currently furniture shopping at the moment and am in love with the idea of a chesterfeild sofa! I want something comfortable, but I HATE those awful marshmallow couches..I feel like you nailed it when you said it's hard to figure out just exactly what style they are. The problem I am having is choosing two pieces of comfortable furniture that go nicely together, and can also seat everyone in a comfy way. I don't want to do matchy matchy, but I need either 2 couches or 1 couch and a loveseat for my space. We currently have a large couch and a chair. When it comes time to all sit together and watch tv...no one wants the lone chair. Also my kids like to lay down on the couch and hog it, and sometimes so do I..so again no one wants the chair. I but'd really like to do a couch and decent length loveseat, but I'm not sure what to pair together without being matchy matchy..which I'm not a fan of, but also not look off together. Suggestions??
I want to follow your advice soooo bad it's killing me! My husband and I have serious back injuries and therefore need the reclining sofa. I wish we did not because I love interior design and have hated the look of every reclining sofa I've endlessly shopped for and own. It's simply a necessity for us. I personally worked so hard when I was younger I litterally blew out the disc in my back...my husband jumped out of one too many airplanes serving our country sooo now even though our home is gorgeous our sofa is truly a eyesore (hate hate hate the look of these monstrosities) however OMG what a relief to people like us who suffer from chronic pain! It's worth having a ugly couch when it actually provides some pain relief :) love you and your videos Baiyna! Just wanted you to know why some of us actually have no choice in this particular interior design topic.
I like my "marshmallow" couch. I'd much rather be comfortable then have a fancy looking living room. Maybe if you're rich and have 3 different living rooms you might style the main one but for normal people who like to lay back and relax those couches you recommended look sooo uncomfortable..
all this said while standing in front of a sofa and chair that probably never get sat in and if they did would be very uncomfortable
Jeff Vader Old comment, but Yes!!! I agree! While watching I was wondering if she ever even sits on hers or if it is just pretty to look at & film in front of. My other thought was she must not have a home full of children and pets. I have a living room with furniture that allows us to hang out as a family and enjoy our time comfortably. I absolutely refuse to buy furniture just because it is beautiful. I won't get anything just because it's beautiful if it is also impractical.
Jamie Winters That makes alotta sense 💖💖
So true!!
@@Jamie-zs2bl I see all these light colors or white sofas & think how will it look it a year? Not realistic colors for most IMO, but SIL got one recently. Guess I'll see how well it works with having a teenager.
@@cmi7439 it may end up looking beige.. Lol. I love white sofas. I think they're gorgeous. But even having light cream colored leather seats in my car is a hassle to keep clean. Jeans dye rubs off on it... Even my hair dye will rub off on it if I lean against the head rest. So I can't imagine a white sofa would fare any better. Especially with a teenager!
Not having it. I love my gigantic sectional. I worked hard for years and finally treated myself to one. It's absolutely beautiful and there's plenty of room for a coffee table. Gonna keep it.
Love your videos! I might add on the sofa suggestions: some of us need a sofa with non fabric covered arms and base- with cushions you can recover in time if needed. This is a must for cat owners and sometimes those with dogs and small children. Also, of course if you have any of those- white is a no go! Just a suggestion to consider in the future. Thanks for all your suggestions and decor help!!
Great tips! For sure the number #1 ugliest sofa IS 100% the "marshmallow sofa" hahahaha! Not sure when these were ever in style but yeah, usually when you see one it is in some outdated house with zero style and they always look squashed and sloppy. Not sure I agree with #2 and 3# though. I think it depends on the size and layout of your space. I have seen u-shaped and matching sets look great in larger rooms where they don't compete or look make the room look cramped.
I just got a new sofa and went with a boxy L-shaped sectional that has an ottoman, so it can become a u-shape or an L-shape. I went with a mid-century-modern shape that is really square with plain legs. It works well with a lot of looks and I am having fun with it. I am not into anything traditional, so I knew I couldn't go wrong with my choice. A sofa IS a huge commitment and these are great tips if you have a small space.
I would have added #4 ANY flowered sofa, to this list. It doesn't matter what decade the flowers are from, in 5 to 10 years it will be out of style. Today's trendy prints will become tomorrow's vomit green 70's prints, ugly pastel faux "Victorian" 80's prints and 90's mishmash prints. It is VERY rare that a flower print comes back into fashion and if it does, it usually looks ugly all over a sofa! So yeah...My advice is: Skip the prints on your sofa and instead, try prints on your pillows or side chairs. Those need to be replaced more often anyway and cost less than a sofa. For most spaces, these are really good tips. I give this video a big thumbs up!
PinkTiara ToyFairy great feedback and the tip on avoiding patterned / floral sofas really good!!!
Thanks so much! Love your channel!
Its just a matter of taste. And you have yours, but its not necessarily "the" taste. What if I dont wanna change anything, or just wanna be comfortable. I agree with the people who called you pretentious.
I’m here to share my advice and help other find their style! You can live your life anyway you please! Thanks for watching
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My eldest brother has a HUGE white marshmallow leather sectional sofa....and it's awesome! His wife bought very pretty pillows to keep it interesting and pretty. I love it. It is great for our big family to have a movie night.
A sofa does not always have to placed against the wall. Sometimes furniture placed against the wall looks like it's under arrest. Floating a sofa can be a nice placement. My sofa floats with a nice credenza behind it and room for walking between the two. (Floating means furniture not placed against walls. A term we use in interior design). Just a suggestion some of you may like to try!
People see the ginormous sectional and think “great! Now all of my four kids can be on the couch without touching each other and still be comfortable, and more importantly, not fighting” 🙋♀️
dont get things that dont match but also dont get things that match. got it.
Wow! Just came up on this. 2020, Im a Texan,and alot of us decorate our homes in brown leather sofas, cowprint chairs,Lone Stars, deer antlers, steer horns, and wood,lots of wood & iron. So, there are alot of different styles in this world....
You decorate your place the way you like it. This is just your opinion. Go with what you love.