5 Creative Ways to Add More Seating to Your Living Room

Your living room is one of your home's most critical areas as it sets the scene for many gatherings of friends and family. Whether you are hosting a seasonal party with all your relatives or settling in for a relaxing movie night with the kids, having a comfortable living room is the key.

If you are remodeling your living room or just looking to switch things up, you need to start with your seating options. If you only have a sofa, you may be limited to the number of people that can gather in your living room. Sofas are a great seating option, but they can only comfortably seat two or three people. To increase your seating options, you can go beyond simply adding another couch that takes up a lot of the space in your living room.

The key to adding more seating to your living room is paying attention to convenience, comfort, and flexibility. Using chairs, ottomans, and convertible furnishings can help provide you with good options for all of your family members and guests. Whether you compliment your decor with a U-shaped sectional or a few cheeky bean bag chairs on the floor, there are many options to choose from. Let's take a look at a few stylish ways to add more seating to your living room.

Ottomans

Ottomans are a diverse furniture addition for your living room. Modern couch sets often come with an oversized cushioned ottoman that can serve as a unique coffee table or as extra seating for more than one guest. The classic ottoman was designed to help multiple purposes, including being used as a therapeutic footrest and as a stool for additional seating. Stylish ottomans come in all shapes and sizes to fit any room. Use your ottomans to enhance your decor by choosing accent colors that give your room a pop of the unexpected. 

Sectional Sofa

The three-seat sofa is undoubtedly a classic living room feature, but it doesn't allow guests seating options. If you have space, a sectional sofa in the "L" or "U" design can give you more space for seating. Some of the end chairs are equipped with reclining seats in many designs to make you and your guests comfortable and relaxed. For functionality, choose a sectional sofa that comes equipped with a pullout bed to create a cozy sleeping place for your overnight guests.

Floor Cushions

If you love to host family gatherings with all your most cherished relatives, you know it can be challenging to find a place for everyone to sit in your living room. For kids and younger adults, you can take advantage of the empty corners of your floor with a variety of plush cushions. For those that traditionally sit at the "kids table," floor cushions are a great alternative. Cushions can add a pop of color and comfort and can be easily stowed away under the couch or in a closet when they aren't being used.

Window Seats

When considering your living room and creating extra seating, you need to investigate your negative spaces. If you have a broad window, you may be able to use that space for seating some of your guests. A simple window box with a cushioned top could be the perfect place to sit and relax with a beautiful view.

Stools

For occasional seating, investing in some stools is a great choice. Tall or short, a stool is a perfect option to open up your living room seating options. When not in use, your stools can be stored in a corner or used to hold decor items like beloved books, candles, or picture frames. 

Adding more seating to your living room doesn't mean that you have to fill your space with large and awkward furniture. Try some of these seating options to help you provide a comfortable space for you and your family and friends to gather.