Today we will talk about a fashionable and stylish accessory in interior design - a red sofa. Today, such sofas are more popular and in demand than ever, and all because, using them in your own, you can make a very bright and bold design statement. Check it out, this application will be as sensually effective and ambiguous as the result, for example, of a beautiful woman applying red lipstick to her lips.
But, as with bright, sensual red lipstick, you need to be careful and even careful with a red sofa. Red is the color of passion and love; it initially carries a positive message. Red color is always the main color, it dominates the interior, even if there is very little of it, even if it loses to other colors in quantitative terms.
But, at the same time, red is the color of danger and anxiety, it is the color of blood. Red is never silent, he doesn’t even whisper, he doesn’t speak calmly - after all, his true credo is “loudness,” a statement, a solo!
All these characteristics lead to a not very good quality - it quickly tires the eye, and sometimes causes irritation. Therefore, the introduction of any red object into the interior, especially something as large as a sofa, must be carefully thought out and the details verified.
We will talk about the details and subtleties and nuances of placing red in our article.
Red sofa in the interior - layout diagrams
A red sofa can be part of one of the three most common schemes.
- The red sofa is the main color of the interior palette;
- A red sofa in the interior is an accent one, and for this scheme the sofa is usually installed in large sizes;
- The third palette in which a red sofa can find its place is an interior created from various shades of red or shades close to it; We can call this color scheme monochrome. In it, the red sofa looks like a bright spot, not as a dominant thing, but as a harmonious detail, part of the whole.
Color schemes - details...
1. Red is the main color in the interior
Typically, this color scheme is used to create luxurious, royal historical styles, and is also used in some modern ones, which represent a laconic, stylish minimalism.
As a rule, in modern, laconic interiors, made in a minimalist style, red is combined, and, very successfully, with white and some neutral dark color - gray, black and even chocolate. The red color against the background of all the listed colors - white, brown, black - becomes even brighter,
even more saturated, but this is its main role in this color scheme.
In addition to the red sofa, in the interior built according to this scheme, the presence of other pieces of furniture of this bright color is allowed - these can be cabinets, tables, bedside tables, ottomans, tables made in a futuristic manner and even red household appliances.
Very often, red color is present even in the decoration of the room. The red sofa fits harmoniously into this interior and does not particularly stand out from the overall concept. At the same time, as a rule, sofas have original futuristic shapes and at the same time laconic. The upholstery of the sofa is usually smooth: made of excellent quality red leather or synthetic leather.
In luxurious and lush historical interiors - Empire, Baroque - red color is combined with the colors of noble finishing materials: natural stone, valuable wood, gold and bronze.
And in addition to red sofas, there are red carpets and luxurious heavy curtains, banquettes and poufs. The shape of sofas for historical styles is chosen in antique style - streamlined, classic.
2. Red is like the brightest accent!
A red sofa, regardless of its shape and design, in any interior can act as one of several (few) accent design items or be a single one, one that stands out as a bright element. In the second case, the resulting interior picture is brighter, more effective, and the result is simply impressive. In such an interior, even the most gray and inconspicuous one at first glance, the red sofa plays the main role; in a second it transforms the interior, making it interesting, becoming the center, the “leader” of the entire environment. With the help of such a small thing as a bright sofa, the interior turns out to be heterogeneous and very bright, as they like to say in the design circle - with a “spice.” Modern designers most often use a reception with a sofa in modern home laconic interiors, where the design and decor are carefully thought out. The main colors in such interiors, as a rule, are quite light colors, most often pastel, mostly neutral. Sofas are often leather and minimalist in design.
The second option involves supporting the red sofa with other red interior items. But, they should be presented in very limited numbers and small sizes. They are distributed evenly throughout the room. These red interior details can be original lamps and vases, decorative red pillows and even candles.
Red is the perfect accent color. We can safely say that it fits perfectly into the interior of any color, including green and blue, yellow and even orange. But, nevertheless, one rule should be observed - the shades of these colors should be quite restrained and calm. Saturated bright colors are self-sufficient in themselves, and therefore they do not really need bright rich accents.
By the way, a red sofa in the interior does not have to be supported with red decorative elements. This bright color can be present in very limited quantities in ornaments and designs of decorative elements. For example, a bright red accent sofa can be easily complemented with small pillows or a rug in a red-yellow flower or red-white stripe.
It is this kind of emphasis that has its advantages - because in addition to introducing additional shades into the interior, patterns and ornaments bring dynamics and energy to the interior and create a certain mood.
3. Monochrome interior in shades and halftones of red
As we have already said, a red sofa can support the overall color concept in the interior. The walls in the interior can be pink, laminate flooring in mahogany color, light burgundy curtains, a red sofa and several accessories of the same red color.
In such an interior with exactly this color scheme, the red sofa is not an aggressive dominant feature; it fits harmoniously into the overall mood of the interior.
At the same time, it can have very different upholstery and shape, it all depends on the style of the interior and the prevailing textures and materials in it.
Such schemes, made in monochrome tones, fit perfectly in almost all stylistic directions - from luxurious historical empire style to modern minimalist high-tech.
We can get creative - mix colors
What color should you choose as a background color if you want to decorate the interior with a red sofa? Since red is a strong, bright, assertive and even aggressive color, showing a clear dominant force, the ideal background for it will be neutral colors and shades that will perfectly set it off and balance it out a little: cream and beige, the colors of baked milk and light brown. Interior designers recommend choosing beige and cream shades, abandoning snow-white. And all because against the background of snow-white color, red becomes even brighter, more aggressive, richer and more active, while against the background of neutral light shades it slightly slows down, because they extinguish its ardor.
If you are busy decorating your living space, and you like the color red and you decide to use it in your interior, then you need to do this with great care.
Since in the subconscious we perceive him as very aggressive, overly annoying and attracting a lot of attention to himself.
But on the other hand, it is the color of power and grandeur; it shows the depth of the owner’s status and material wealth.
But you also need to use it correctly, since furniture in red will not suit any interior or style. In this article we will look at all the nuances of using it.
Interior with a red sofa.
A sofa of this color is often used as a bright accent in the kitchen, living room or any other room. As for the stylistic direction, a sofa in red will decorate any of the existing styles, baroque minimalism or high-tech.
For people who love tranquility and lead a peaceful way of life, this furniture option is not acceptable. And for active people this is just one of the best options.
For these reasons, first think carefully about the style in which the interior of the room where you would like to place the sofa will be decorated. After all, it is considered a rather bold accent.
If he is in a room with bright walls, ceiling and other rich accessories, then it will be quite difficult to perceive such a picture.
So it’s better if a sofa in red shades is combined with calmer and neutral tones, such as white, beige, gray or gold.
Where to put the red sofa?
There are the following options for placing a sofa of this color:
Living room. Since a lot of family time is spent in this room, or guests are received in it, it is decorated in neutral shades. And a red sofa in combination with other bright accents, such as a photo frame, flower pots of the same color, will look very harmonious and original. And surprise everyone who sees the created picture.
Kitchen or dining room. A piece of furniture such as a red sofa will add creativity to the interior. And here you don't need to mix a lot of colors. Just choose beige, milky or snow-white as your main tone, and that will be enough.
Office for work. It is better not to use bright colors in this room. Since they distract and reduce concentration if it is mental work. But the sofa in red tones is made of leather - this is a great option for such a place.
Combination of a red sofa with other shades
A sofa of this color is so bright and noticeable in the interior that it is impossible not to pay attention to it. And it’s even more difficult to choose other furniture to complement it.
Let's look at the most popular color combinations.
Red with beige. If the interior design is done in a classic style, then it is enough to place one red sofa in the room without additional elements. And the walls, ceiling or floor are best done in beige, silver or golden colors.
Red and brown are one of the good interior design options.
Green-red gamma. This is the brightest version of the combination of shades, which reveals their depth. Not everyone will be able to use them in the interior, but if they decide to do so, they will get a very interesting and unique interior.
You can also play with shades of red itself. For example:
- The dark red sofa, close to burgundy, will appeal to fans of the classic style.
- Expensive materials such as silk curtains, velvet curtains, genuine leather should be matched with furniture of the same level. Made from heavy dark solid wood, giving off a reddish look.
Bright red tones. To soften the flashy red color, you need to add an equally rich shade to the room. But the main thing here is balance, so as not to suffer a fiasco.
It can be chocolate color, dark purple, rich gray. The walls can be painted in such shades, or the floor or ceiling can be the same. And you can complete everything with the same accessories.
An extraordinary solution is to purchase a red sofa. If you have doubts, you can choose a sofa in neutral shades and lay a red blanket on it.
And with this you will add color to the interior. And depending on your mood, you can change the color of the blanket, and thus transform the room to suit any mood.
Photo of a red sofa in the interior
The house definitely needs to be renovated not only taking into account comfort and coziness, but also taking into account all fashion trends. It is imperative to carefully think through the interior down to the smallest detail. Pay special attention to the color content of the room. After all, the prevailing shade determines what mood the interior will set.
The color red, even if it is present in very small quantities in the design, is gorgeous. It cannot help but evoke emotions among family members and friends. A red sofa looks incredible in the living room. This furniture is the main one in any room. Depending on the size of the room and the sofas, there may even be more than two in one room.
If the room is decorated with light wall coverings, a red sofa will stand out against a pale background. In addition to the scarlet sofa, add a few bright “spots” to the living room: a flower pot, a floor lamp, a photo frame – whatever. It largely depends on your imagination.
Once you've chosen one bright color to decorate your living room, don't stop there. A red sofa with a pillow in a different bright, maybe even acidic shade will look unique. This hall design is especially good for youth interiors.
An interior made up of contrasting tones will be a little bold, but no less attractive. All guests will be surprised when you invite them into the living room with such an unusual “screaming” piece of furniture. Be unique, and let your cheerful mood be in tune with the renovation of your apartment.
Living room with red sofa. Photo
People have an ambiguous attitude towards this color; it symbolizes the strongest feelings and events - passion, courage, revolution, blood, flame, vice. An excess of red in the interior leads to nervous disorders, but a deficiency of warm shades is also undesirable. In reasonable doses, they inspire, energize, bring positivity, and warm.
Room interior in red colors
White, black and red make up a delightful and elegant “royal” troika, which reigns in the apartments of the nobility, concert halls, and recreation areas. If you want a fresh and stylish environment, then this win-win combination is extremely difficult to do without. Red in the interior of a living room, bedroom, kitchen, other room is the dream of brave and business people who strive for luxury, who adore original design and perfection.
Monochrome red halls are rare; they look catchy and majestic, perfect for implementing projects in the spirit of aristocratic baroque and empire style. To recreate a simple and less regal living room interior in red tones, it is better to use a neutral background, skillfully diluting it with brightly colored objects and accessories. Scarlet, a sofa with crimson upholstery or rich purple curtains will go well with white walls. The result is an elegant-ceremonial combination that looks more natural.
With the spread, the option of walls made of red unplastered brick or its imitation in the interior is widely used. Finishing in dark, deep shades together with snow-white windows, pieces of furniture, and decor painted in rich colors can work wonders. A warm-looking living room is instantly filled with a festive mood, wonderful contrast and dynamism.
An excess of passionate shades in the bedchamber will appeal to few people with a stable psyche. It is advisable to use bright and aggressive colors in their pure form with caution in the room where the family bed is installed. The red interior of the bedroom with the predominance of this color on the surface of the walls will be slightly smoothed out by light accessories, textiles and furniture. It’s even better to paint exclusively the space at the headboard in these tones, then the remaining white walls will create a magical effect of expanding space in the room.
This color is not a random guest in the kitchen; it is repeated in the color of ripe tomatoes, peppers, cherries, strawberries, many delicious foods and dessert wine. In the kitchen, a red interior is appropriate; the design of the dining room in rich, stimulating colors stimulates the appetite, invigorates, and moderately increases blood circulation. It is advisable to purchase furniture not with bright bloody facades, but to use red cabinets in the interior, painted in calm, pleasant shades. Furniture in carrot, raspberry, terracotta, amaranth, and coral colors is suitable.
Bathrooms and showers in white and blue colors are considered classics, but sometimes the sterile environment gets boring and makes one think of hospital wards. The introduction of bright accents will bring aesthetic pleasure and dynamics. The interior of a house in red looks chic, but requires caution and moderation. In the bathroom, you can use light walls in parallel with scarlet countertops, rugs, towels, curtains, and bright partitions in the shower stall.
The dark and deep color of the furniture looks appropriate and sophisticated in this room, pairing perfectly with the white ceramic tiles and sanitary ware. To avoid creating clutter and a feeling of chaos, one calm color should predominate in the bathroom. Red ceramics are used to lay out patterns with transitions in the room on the floor and walls. The industrial style uses a brick wall technique. In bathtubs, it is advisable to apply this finish to a limited part of the wall, covering the rest of the surface with panels or tiles. 
Shades of red in the interior
Bright and rich shades that dominate the environment push a person to action, change, and active work. You can choose red as the main color for the walls in the interior of your office or living room. The presence of purple accents in the bedroom decoration will help increase sexuality and push feelings to a new level. In some cases, an insignificant inclusion of this color leads to dramatic results, and sometimes you have to paint the huge surface of walls, floors, and the facades of most pieces of furniture with rich colors.
Red furniture in the interior
In a monochrome room, bright objects immediately catch the eye. A red sofa in the interior or a chandelier against the background of light walls will look like the center of the galaxy in the scale of your room. When purchasing things for your home, you don’t have to choose facades made of painted wood and polymers; there are many species with chic natural textures and colors. Items made of cherry, sandalwood, alder, and exotic mahogany will fit well into English, oriental, and classic styles. Combining red and light elements will relieve irritation and add a touch of solemnity and originality.
Red stretch ceiling in the interior
In kitchens, red ceilings are often installed; here they are appropriate and create the necessary invigorating mood. In bedrooms, flame-colored finishes enhance sexual energy and are suitable for young couples. It looks great in a black and white setting, mixed with a few bright details. In the bathroom, the interior of the room in red will look complete if mosaics and tiles of similar bright colors are used partially in the patterns. For the living room, choose a material of a rich crimson shade; it looks more expensive and aristocratic.
Richly colored flooring can be safely used in rooms that are rarely visited - corridors, hallways, gyms. In other rooms, it will be unusual to observe blood-scarlet floors under your feet; these experiments require serious selection of partner colors. Black inserts will add a touch of creativity to the image, but you can’t use too many of them, otherwise your red laminate in the interior will make the room gloomy. To prevent the bright atmosphere from being depressing, decorate the walls in white or beige colors, and place large light objects nearby for a chic contrast.
It is better to decorate the hallway and corridors with a light coating; rich bloody colors will visually narrow the space. Red wallpaper in the interior is skillfully used to decorate women's boudoir when there is a desire to create a corner of love and passion. In the nursery, this option is applicable exclusively for play areas. Red wallpaper in muted shades will fit into the classic style of the living room, and bright, glossy materials will fit into the modern decor of a stylish room. In kitchens, material with rich large patterns is used in the dining area to stimulate appetite.
Experts advise melancholic and phlegmatic people to experiment with pure red curtains; they can save a person from frequent depression, encouraging them to be active. For choleric people who often get irritated, it is better to choose textiles in soft, delicate shades. Red and white curtains, in which there are slightly fewer scarlet colors, are considered ideal. The interior of a red room with yellow-red curtains will evoke the feeling of the approaching spring time; this option is recommended for arranging a nursery and living room.
With the help of an elegant floor carpet you can break up a monotonous minimalist apartment, effectively enlivening the atmosphere. In a house whose owners adore oriental interior design, a red carpet with intricate patterns becomes the center of an exotic setting. A long scarlet carpet will perfectly decorate a narrow corridor or hallway. It can be with borders around the edges or monochrome, reminiscent of a Hollywood red carpet. The bright design will be balanced by finishing in a calm color and pieces of furniture in a neutral color.
The combination of red in the interior
The most winning combinations of red can rightfully be called:
- White. The red and white setting looks the most calm and elegant, while the classic and spectacular red and black version requires neutral dilutions.
- Brown. The red-brown kitchen is soft and beautiful.
- Turquoise. A combination of red and turquoise will refresh the room.
- Pink. If you want to create a pink-red kitchen or other room, then use wine tones for a moderate contrast.
- Grey. A gray background with red cabinets, sofas, armchairs, and other furniture can neutralize excess energy.
- Blue. Interesting interiors are obtained by unexpectedly using blue walls in a residential setting in parallel with bright elements. A red blanket or bedspread will make the rest room warmer, and a bright furniture set will bring dynamics to the kitchen space.
- Yellow. The red and yellow combination looks like a real holiday parade; it will suit a cheerful nursery or kitchen. The red and gold atmosphere looks aristocratic and is loved by connoisseurs of Rococo and Baroque.
Having a good understanding of what colors red goes with in the interior, the owners of the house will be able to stylishly enliven and transform their apartments, while maintaining coziness and a comfortable atmosphere.
Indoors, the scarlet color looks expressive and incendiary, but not at all poisonous. It all depends on the skillful design and taste of the person involved in home improvement. Red photo wallpaper, wallpaper or plaster in the interior can make dull walls bright and the atmosphere of the house cheerful and warm. Textiles, flooring or furniture with flame-colored facades and upholstery have similar qualities. Flame finishes and items fit into any style with skillful approach, turning into the center of a composition or a chic accent detail of a living space.
Having decided on the style of the room in which you are choosing a sofa, you need to decide on the color. And so, the color is red. There are a large number of photos of red sofas on the Internet, you can easily make a choice. Red sofas can change the atmosphere of a room beyond recognition. In some cases, this color gives good energy and makes you move forward, but at the same time it can do harm.
Using red in the interior can be dangerous for some people, as you can quickly get tired of it and this can lead to depression and emotional suppression.
Red color of the sofa in the interior
Many designers love red in the interior. And with its help, they can turn the most dull and dark room into a bright and cheerful room that will carry a holiday and joyful notes of mood.
If you have chosen a red sofa, keep in mind that it must be correctly combined with other colors in your interior. There are several types of red:
Brick red. This shade will help create comfort and coziness in the room. It goes well with shades of brown.
Scarlet. This is a very dangerous color, one incorrectly added shade and the room can become completely tasteless. To avoid this, install a sofa with this color against the background of a brightly painted wall, purple or chocolate color, leave the rest of the style restrained and not flashy.
Crimson. A cool shade, its combination will look good with flowers. Such as ivory, marble. If you have a high-tech style, then a steel, dark gray shade will work well.
Pomegranate. It will have a stunning effect if used against a neutral background.
Red sofa upholstery
You still decided to opt for a red sofa, then keep in mind that the rest of the decor will depend only on the upholstery of your sofa, because it will become the center of attention of your particular room.
Since today there is a very large selection of sofas, you should choose its upholstery based on the chosen style of your room.
Types of red sofa upholstery:
Red leather sofa. This material is not always convenient to use, but it gives significant solidity to the owners of the house. And it can serve you for many years.
Scarlet sofa with cotton or synthetic upholstery. Such furniture is usually treated with special agents to repel dirt. But burgundy color, for such upholstery, is still more practical.
Red sofa with patterns. This is a whole work of art and will not fit into any interior.
Combined red. Combining red will help not only dilute its tackiness, but also add original accents to the design of the room.
Red is partially used. For example, some ornaments are added against the background of a boring primary color.
Red without additives. This red color of the sofa is more often used in modern and high-tech styles.
Red velvet and corduroy. Such a sofa is well suited for royal interiors, not only living rooms, but also corresponding work rooms.
Types of sofas in the interior
There is far more than one type of sofa, but the first thing you pay attention to when choosing furniture is its design. Sofas are:
Straight sofa. A straight sofa is good to place in the interior of small living rooms that have a restrained style. If you choose a classic, keep in mind that it already implies a straight sofa.
Corner sofa. A corner sofa is good to use in the interior of a living room that has more space. As a rule, the corner of such a sofa is equipped with space for storing books and magazines or a mini bar.
Oval, semicircular sofas. They are good to place in living rooms that have a bay window. This will make the place to relax quite cozy and comfortable.
If you spend most of your time watching TV on the sofa, then opt for a softer sofa so that you can rest as comfortably as possible.
You need to start choosing a sofa even before you come to the salon or store to buy it. The comfort and mood of you and your guests directly depends on how correctly you approached the choice of a sofa, because it will be the center of the living room or any other room.
Photo of a red sofa
