Sofas, sectionals, and the pieces around them
A low sofa with a wood base. A sectional with a chaise you can move. A reading chair with room to settle in. Find your starting point at DIGS in Ballard.
The seat you reach for first
Perhaps the sofa is too deep to sit upright, or the chaise lands exactly where everyone walks. Maybe the furniture still works, but the room needs a chair that feels good for a whole chapter. Those are useful places to start shopping.
Our contemporary living room furniture collections let you compare more than a look. A fixed upholstered back behaves differently from loose cushions; a movable chaise offers a different kind of flexibility from a separate armchair. The pieces below show a few of those choices, with links to explore each category.
Four pieces to get you started
Start with these Gus* Modern designs from the DIGS catalog, then browse the related collections for other options. Product pages show current finishes and ordering details.
A tailored shape with a wood base
The arms and back sit at the same height, giving Mulholland a defined outline. Tufted upholstery and an exposed ash base add detail without loose back cushions. At 86.5 inches wide and 34 inches deep, it is worth comparing both measurements with your current sofa.
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A chaise that can change sides
Jane 2 Loft measures 84 inches wide by 73 inches deep. Its chaise can sit on either side or separate from the sofa as a lounge. That gives you more ways to arrange the seating when you move or change the room.
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A taller back beside a lower sofa
Tallinn pairs a 41-inch-high silhouette with slim black metal legs. Its 34-by-34-inch footprint gives you a useful starting point for a reading corner. A matching ottoman is available separately if you want somewhere to put your feet up.
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Wood and woven texture at the center
Palma combines oak details with a perimeter wrapped in Danish cord. The round form introduces a different shape beside rectangular seating, while the woven surface adds texture to a room with plain upholstery.
Browse coffee tablesShopping for modern sofas in Seattle
Two sofas can occupy a similar amount of floor space and feel quite different. Bring these questions to your shortlist.
Seat depth affects whether you can sit back with your feet resting on the floor. If you mostly sit upright to read or talk, compare the usable seat depth rather than relying on the overall sofa dimensions.
Wide arms take up space that could otherwise be seating. Low arms can make stretching out easier; higher arms create a more enclosed seat. Look at the interior sitting area as well as the outside width.
Ask about cleaning instructions and available swatches for the fabric you are considering. Take a sample home if available so you can compare it with your rug, nearby wood, and the light in the room.
A closer look at sectional sofas
A sectional often looks compact in a photograph because the room around it is out of frame. At home, the projecting seat can be the difference between an easy route to the kitchen and a daily detour.
For a Seattle apartment or townhome, draw the path from the entry to the next room before marking out the furniture. In an open living area, decide whether the sectional should define the seating zone or leave it open to a dining space.
The Jane 2 Loft gives you a choice of chaise side. That flexibility is useful, but the arrangement still needs to leave the room accessible. Try the footprint in both directions before placing your order.
Compare sectional configurationsFinish the arrangement
Once you have chosen the seating, add the surfaces and storage you will actually use. A room can work well with fewer pieces when each one is in the right place.
Use an end table where a drink or book would otherwise end up on the floor. Check its height against the arm of the chair or sofa.
Before choosing a media cabinet, measure the devices going inside it and check the cable openings. Leave space for the doors to open.
A sleeper sofa can make the living room useful for overnight guests. Plan where the coffee table will go when the bed is open.
Carry one finish or color into the next space. Browse our Seattle modern furniture selection when the project extends beyond the living room.
Bring your shortlist to Ballard
A photograph can show the wood base and the outline of a chair. Judging a fabric texture or the feel of a seat takes a closer look. Call DIGS with the names of the pieces you are considering so we can confirm current displays and sample options before you travel.
Before you decide
Start with the piece you need
Browse sofas and sectionals, compare a favorite chair, or bring your shortlist to DIGS in Seattle.
