Loft style furniture: how to choose the sofa and furnish the space
Loft style furniture means a few simple, solid pieces: a low, deep sofa, metal, wood and textured fabrics against brick or concrete. What matters is open space and comfort — not turning your home into a warehouse. Here is how to choose the furniture, especially the sofa.
What is loft style
The loft style was born in mid-20th-century New York, when artists moved into old factory buildings. Hence exposed brick, concrete, visible beams and pipes, large windows and high ceilings. Today it works just as well in an ordinary flat in Lisbon or Cascais, as long as the space can breathe.
Principles of furnishing a loft
- Open space. Kitchen, living and work areas in one volume, divided by furniture, light and rugs.
- Fewer, larger pieces. The sofa is the centre of the room.
- Function. Modular systems, shelving, discreet storage.
- Old and new. A vintage table next to a contemporary sofa is classic loft.
- Comfort first. Raw walls and metal feel cold — soft upholstery and textiles balance them.
Which sofa to choose for a loft
- Shape. Low, wide, simple lines. A corner sofa or modular sofa also divides an open-plan space.
- Depth. In a large room a deep sofa looks in proportion and is more comfortable. For us a deep sofa starts at 80 cm of seat depth — see how to choose a deep sofa.
- Fabric. Texture matters more than colour: bouclé, chenille, velvet, linen. For daily use choose from ~20,000 Martindale cycles — see which fabric to choose.
- Colour. Grey, graphite, cognac, olive, sand. A bold colour — only as an accent.
INTERIA sofas for a loft
- Low and solid: Topchan, Tahta.
- Simple lines: Jagger, Harvard.
- Deep and very soft: Solar, Solar Small, Monomakh, Hermes, Prostir.
- For sleeping every night: Big Place with the 2Sleep system — a base with wooden slats, like a bed.
Made to order in 25–44 working days (how to order); in-stock versions delivered in 3 working days. Free delivery and assembly in Greater Lisbon. 3-year guarantee.
Other furniture and details
- Table and chairs — wood, metal, glass.
- Storage — open shelving; in the sleeping area, a bed with storage.
- Lighting — pendants, track lights, floor lamps; several sources instead of one chandelier.
- Textiles and decor — a large rug, throws, plants, art (accessories).
Mistakes to avoid
- Filling the space with “industrial” decor — a loft lives on air.
- A sofa too small for the room — it gets lost. Mark the outline on the floor with tape before ordering.
- Sacrificing comfort for looks.
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Frequently asked questions
What furniture suits a loft style?
Simple, solid shapes, low wide sofas, modular systems, metal, wood and textured fabrics. Few pieces, each with a purpose.
What sofa should I choose for a loft?
Low, deep and simple — straight, corner or modular. Textured fabrics such as bouclé, chenille or velvet work better than loud colours.
How do I divide an open-plan space?
With the sofa itself: a corner or modular sofa with its back to the kitchen creates a living zone without walls. Rugs, lighting and shelving help.
Can I order a made-to-measure loft sofa in Portugal?
Yes. INTERIA makes sofas to order in 25–44 working days — length, depth, configuration and fabric. In-stock versions are delivered in 3 working days.
