What Is a Sectional Sofa?

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Dive into the world of sectional sofas, which redefine seating dynamics with their modular configurations, allowing for tailored arrangements that perfectly suit your living space.

What Is a Sectional Sofa?

At Neighbor, we’re dedicated to designing outdoor furniture that fosters connection, creating spaces where friends and family can gather and make lasting memories. In this blog, we’re focusing on sectional sofas, a piece of furniture that has transformed outdoor living room and family room seating dynamics.

Sectional Sofas: Not Just Another Traditional Sofa‌

Sectional sofas are not your run-of-the-mill seating option. They stand out from common types of sofas like loveseats and other traditional sofas. What sets them apart are their versatile configurations. You’ll find L-shaped sectionals, U-shaped sectionals, and modular sectionals, each offering unique aesthetics.

Outdoor sectional sofa

Dive into the Anatomy of a Sectional Sofa

Sectional sofas consist of separate pieces like chaises, armless sections, and corner wedges, allowing you to arrange them to suit your space. The charm of the chaise lounge in a chaise sectional cannot be overlooked, bringing both comfort and a touch of relaxation to your seating area. Additionally, specialized sectional pieces, like reclining sections or sleeper sofa features, can enhance your seating arrangement’s functionality, catering to specific needs for added comfort and versatility in your living area.

Furthermore, upholstery choices play a pivotal role in shaping the aesthetic of your living space. The selection of fabrics, colors, and textures can greatly influence the overall look and feel of your sectional, ensuring it harmonizes with your decor style. When it comes to choosing the right sectional, the decision between a right arm and left arm configuration is pivotal to ensure a seamless fit within your room’s layout and architecture. This choice affects the orientation and flow of the sectional in your living space, influencing both aesthetics and functionality.

Examples of Neighbor's shared-leg system

Most sectionals take seating components and “push them together leg-to-leg.” What truly distinguishes Neighbor’s sectional sofas is our patented modular system, where all pieces share the same leg. This innovation makes the sectional feel more unified and intentional, ensuring the perfect fit for your room’s architecture.

Advantages and Flexibility of Owning a Sectional

Sectional sofas offer distinct advantages making them a preferred choice for many homeowners. These advantages include:

Outdoor sectional on patio

Space and Layout: Modular sectionals offer limitless possibilities for outdoor seating arrangements. You can create a snug L-shaped layout for intimate gatherings on your cozy patio or opt for a generous U-shaped setup in larger outdoor areas to provide ample seating space for entertaining guests. This adaptability ensures you can create a stylish and functional outdoor seating area that perfectly suits your needs.

Outdoor sectional on backyard deck

Versatility: Sectional sofas offer numerous configurations to cater to various needs. They can be configured as simple two-piece setups for intimate gatherings or extended to provide extensive seating options for larger gatherings, making them adaptable to a wide range of social and family activities.

Teak table attached to outdoor sectional sofa

Functional Add-ons: Sectional sofas often come with a range of added benefits that enhance their functionality. These include convenient storage space under seat cushions, table surfaces that fit into them, and armrests with wider surface area for drinks, providing convenience and versatility in your seating area.

Woman lying on outdoor sectional sofa

Design Dynamics: A sectional couch can serve as the centerpiece of your living space, and its design allows for creative pairing with accent chairs, coffee tables, and other furniture. By selecting complementary pieces, you can create a cohesive and visually appealing room that reflects your personal style and enhances the overall ambiance of your home inside and out.

Concluding Thoughts on Finding the Perfect Sectional

In your quest for the perfect sectional, remember to evaluate your space carefully and choose pieces that enhance both functionality and design. At Neighbor, we’re committed to ensuring each modular sectional sofa complements the outdoor ambience while promising durability that lasts through countless gatherings and seasons.

Explore Neighbor’s range of outdoor lounge furniture to create spaces that foster connection and relaxation, and make memories that will last a lifetime.


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