Living Room Chairs: Your Guide to Buying, Coordinating, and Arranging

front view of a modern living room with a matching sofa, loveseat, and chair

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How to Coordinate a Living Room Chair

A living room that flows with the rest of your home is an important part of a modern aesthetic. Buying, coordinating, and arranging chairs for living rooms can determine the tone of your whole home.

Today, we will go over the basics of incorporating modern living room chairs into your living room space, how to do so with a keen sense of style, and how to make your space work well for your lifestyle and family function. As you shop living room chairs, let this be your guide to buying the perfect piece to suit your needs and design preferences.

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How to Choose a Living Room Chair

Living room chairs can make a statement regarding your style and make your room feel nice and cozy. What do you look for in living room chairs? As you choose a chair you should make sure it is a piece that represents your liking and fits in with the furniture you already have in your room.

front view of a round oversized accent chair in a contemporary living room corner

Here are our steps to purchasing a living room chair to suit your home:

Assess Your Space: Measure the available space in your living room to determine the size constraints for your chair. Think about standard furniture measurements and consider the existing furniture and layout to ensure the new chair complements the aesthetic and fits seamlessly into the space.
Define Your Style: Determine the style and design preferences you want for your living room chair. Whether it's a classic wingback chair, a modern lounge chair, or a cozy recliner, choose a style that aligns with your personal taste and existing decor.
Consider Comfort: Prioritize comfort when selecting a living room chair. Test out different options to find one with adequate padding, proper lumbar support, and a comfortable seat depth and width. Furthermore, it is important to look at features such as reclining, swivel bases, rounded backs, or straight backs. Chairs are also made in styles that will tilt forward or backward.
Select the Right Material: Once the style and comfort of the chair has been chosen, the material, color, and possible patterns are what you will need to look at next. Choose a durable and easy-to-clean material that suits your lifestyle. Options range from luxurious leather and cozy fabrics to sleek metal and wood finishes.
Set a Budget: Determine your budget for the living room chair and stick to it. Consider factors like quality, brand, and features when setting your budget to ensure you get the best value for your money.
Research and Compare: Explore various retailers and brands to compare styles, prices, and reviews. Look for promotions, discounts, and sales to maximize savings on your purchase.
Test Before Buying: Whenever possible, test out the chair in person to ensure it meets your comfort and quality standards. Sit in it for an extended period to gauge its comfort level and durability.

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How to Coordinate a Living Room Chair

Fortunately, living room chairs do not have to be an exact match to your couch, rug, storage, wall decor, or other chairs you already have in your living room. Patterns can be mixed with solid colors and plaid prints can be found in combination with a multitude of colors.

front view of a brown recliner in a modern living room with thoughtfully coordinated colors

Remember, as you pick out your colors and patterns, keep in mind pairings like dark with light colors for a nice transition, or neutral tones to create an earthly, moody feel. Swatches of color are a great way to figure out the colors and fabrics to use on accent chairs. Accent chairs for living rooms can make a big statement based on the type of material you choose. Materials like leather, fabric, polyester, faux leather, and more, can make or break the vibe of the room. Be sure to pick a material that compliments your current furniture and decor.

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How to Arrange Living Room Chairs

Now that you have decided on the style, color, and material of your living room chair it is time to arrange your room to make the statement you are looking for.

A popular living room arrangement is symmetrical, which coordinates a couch with an accent chair on both sides will to give an even arrangement on each side. Ideally, symmetrical arrangements should be set up so the seating options face the focal point of your living room.

front view ofmodern living room with a matching sofa, loveseat, and chair

Another popular option is face-to-face seating where a couch is on one side of the room and one or two accent chairs are on the opposite facing the couch. The chairs do not have to be the same style or color.

A final thing to consider in placement is if your chair has room to operate in the way it is designed. Room to recline or swivel is a must for your chair to be utilized to the max.

Chairs for living rooms have endless possibilities and many great ways to broaden the design appeal in your home. When arranging side chairs for living rooms, be sure to think practically about the foot traffic through that area, ensuring your chair is not in the way of daily ins and outs in your living room.

7 Featured Living Room Chairs

Now, let’s take a look at some handpicked living room chairs for your home.

England Furniture Ezra Swivel Chair

front view of the England Furniture Ezra Swivel Chair

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Looking for swivel chairs for living rooms? Look no further than the Ezra Swivel Chair by England Furniture. With a mid-century modern flair, this Ezra swivel chair is sure to be the perfect new addition to an array of living room designs. Versatility is the name of the game with the Ezra swivel chair, with endless styling options, such as an accent chair, focal point chair, room divider, or even the perfect piece to add to a conversation nook. Compliment with wood furniture to match the dark brown legs or add more dimension with mosaic throw pillows or rugs.

Model: 4610-69
Dimensions: 39” H x 29” W x 25” D
Design Style: Mid-Century Modern

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Stressless® by Ekornes® Max Large Moon Wood Base Power Recliner

front view of the Stressless® by Ekornes® Max Large Moon Wood Base Power Recliner

Shop this Stressless® by Ekornes® Living Room Chair

This rocker recliner living room chair offers a high-quality sitting option which allows the individual to make adjustments with the touch of a button. This upholstered chair comes in a variety of colors so you can create transitions within your living space. This Ekornes Max Large Moon Wood Base Power Recliner is versatile and can be paired with wood upholstered furniture or even become the focal point of your room.

Model: 1371720
Dimensions: 42.25” H x 37.5” W x 37” D
Design Style: Modern

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Best® Home Furnishings Attica Swivel Chair

front view of the Best® Home Furnishings Attica Swivel Chair

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Looking for accent chairs for living rooms that bring a touch of sophistication to your living space? Look no further than the Attica Swivel Chair, which combines soft comfort with a look of class that would pair nicely with any living room layout. Consider using them as complimentary side chairs and add a soft throw across them to create the inviting space you are looking for. The base has a dark brown finish and allows the chair to swivel a complete 360 degrees. With a multitude of colors and fabrics to choose from you can pair this chair with dark colors, earth tones, and more. Choose comfort without giving up the look of sophistication.

Model: 2958E
Dimensions: 32” H x 32” W x 30” D
Design Style: Contemporary

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Leather Italia™ Destin Grey Power Reclining Chair

front view of the Leather Italia™ Destin Grey Power Reclining Chair

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This beautiful gray faux leather recliner will make the perfect chair for any living room with its one-button touch reclining options and padded arms, backrest and seat. Elegance and comfort wrapped up in one phenomenal chair. This Destin Grey Power Reclining Chair would make a great compliment piece to a leather couch or even become the focal point of the room. Enhance your living space with a recliner that fits all your needs.

Model: 1712-EHZ2314-017138LV
Dimensions: 41.5” H x 43.5” W x 39” D
Design Style: Casual

Signature Design by Ashley® Larkinhurst Earth Rocker Recliner

front view of the Signature Design by Ashley® Larkinhurst Earth Rocker Recliner

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The search for lounge chairs for living rooms just got easier, thanks to the Larkinhurst Earth Rocker Recliner. This chair offers the ultimate in rocking comfort with rolled arms and a loose cushioned seat. A manual reclining release allows you to put up your feet and relax. This brown-colored recliner would be an excellent accent piece for an earth-tone-designed living space. Add some plaid earth-tone pillows and throws and you are ready to spend the evening reading, scrolling, or streaming.

Model: 3190125
Dimensions: 40” H, 43” W x 40” D
Design Style: Traditional

Signature Design by Ashley® Lombardia Tumbleweed Oversized Chair

front view of the Signature Design by Ashley® Lombardia Tumbleweed Oversized Chair

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Looking for an oversized chair to add to your living room collection? Look no further. The Lombardia Tumbleweed Oversized Chair is made for comfort and is ready for you to curl up in it. The brown leather material makes this chair an easy match for a multitude of decors. The faux wood-finished feet make this piece the perfect accent chair for wood furniture. Place this chair opposite a couch and make a seating area ready for conversation. The possibilities are endless with this versatile chair.

Model: 5730223
Dimensions: 34” H x 51”W x 41” D
Design Style: Contemporary

Homelegance Living Room Push Back Berenson Reclining Chair

front view of the Homelegance Living Room Push Back Berenson Reclining Chair

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The Homelegance Living Room Push Back Berenson Reclining Chair brings out the best features of any space, making it an ideal option for arm chairs for living rooms. The solid wood frame makes this a durable chair with all the comforts of home. The black-finished feet make this piece a great companion for contemporary living room couches. Add colorful pillows to the gray finish and you have created the perfect sitting space in your living room. This chair is perfect for a contrasting piece to use in an empty corner of your room or to showcase as the main attraction in your modern living room.

Model: 8504GRY-1
Dimensions: 30” W x 39” H x 38” D
Design Style: Modern

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FAQs: Living Room Furniture

Do chairs have to match in living room?

Matching or not is entirely up to the individual setting up the living room. It is not necessary to have matching chairs in a living room but many individuals prefer matching. A mix of colors, patterns, and textures in a larger room is often preferred to doing the same in a smaller area.

How many accent chairs in living room?

The number of chairs in a living room is very much dependent upon the size of the room. If you have a larger living room area, it is possible to have multiple conversation areas set up, which would call for several chairs. The number of seats you would like to have available in a living room also determines the number of chairs.

How to place accent chairs in living room?

Accent chairs are often placed on either or both sides of a couch. They can also fill in empty corners or spaces throughout a living room. Many like to use accent chairs with small tables or end tables to create a small area of comfort within living spaces.

Where to buy an accent chair near me?

If your search for accent chairs has come up short, consider the wide selection of living room chairs at BlvdHome. An immense amount of options will ensure you find a piece that fits perfectly with your budget, aesthetic, and sitting needs. Located conveniently in Las Vegas and Mesquite, NV as well as St. George and Cedar City, UT, you’re just one visit away from all your accent chair needs.

Why Trust BlvdHome?

The roots of this family business began as early as the pioneer settlement of Southern Utah. One descendant of those 1861 pioneers was Lester Wittwer. In 1928, he started a trucking business with other family members, delivering homegrown fruits and vegetables to many outlying areas. The story of BlvdHome began in 1974 when Lester’s son Tony decided to venture off into the furniture world - with two full-time employees and a small showroom of only 8,000 square feet. Today, BlvdHome has 5 retail locations with over 160,000 sq. ft. of showroom space, located in St. George, Utah, Hurricane, Utah, Cedar City, Utah, Mesquite, Nevada, and a new Las Vegas location. With over 230 amazing team members, BlvdHome continues to deliver on a commitment to customer service that started over 90 years ago.

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At BlvdHome, we provide quality name-brand appliances, furniture, and mattresses for great prices. Shop living room chairs online or visit us today at one of our locations in Utah or Nevada. In the meantime, browse our website to shop BlvdHome Bargain Barn and check out our flooring selections to increase your home value. More available than ever, our experts at BlvdHome are always happy to help you choose a living room chair, whether you call us or use our online chat feature. Contact us today!

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