Sofa Designs in Pakistan

A sofa is among the most essential pieces of furniture in our homes as it is associated with the aesthetics of interior design. It is also our companion when watching movies. Many people don’t know that there are different types of sofa designs in Pakistan. You can easily get confused which one to buy or may see a more suitable type after you have already purchased one.

So, we are here with the different types of sofa designs that are popular in Pakistan. We will also discuss the popular fabric types for sofas here.

Let’s start with the types of sofa designs.

1. Victorian Sofa Design

Victorian sofa design has roots back in the 1800s in the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1890). At that time, it was only used by the Royal family. In the early 1900s, companies began to mass produce Victorian style sofa and other furniture.

This style has special elements which are ornate carvings and impressive craftsmanship. The modern sofas are criticized for the lack of craftsmanship and cheap materials, while Victorian sofas are still popular today. You can get them in 3, 5, or even 7 seater form.

Click to buy Victorian sofa in Pakistan. Their prices vary a lot depending upon their quality, craft work, etc.

2. Settee Sofa Design

Settee sofa style is among the most classical ones that still exist in Pakistan. You may not find most of the modern brands manufacturing these sofas. Settee is just like a long bench with a back (mostly cushioned nowadays).

These sofas are less comfortable due to their classical structure. The legs of these sofas are always visible and it is a bit higher as compared to the others. Due to this, they seem pretty lightweight.

You can get it in 3 / 5 / 7 seater forms. Also, most of them are available with a table.

Click to buy Settee sofa in Pakistan. Its price varies depending upon number of seats, quality, table design, poshish, etc.

3. Divan Sofa Design in Pakistan

Divan sofa is literally without back and sides but nowadays, its many variations are available. Some have sides and some have partial backs these days. They are mostly placed in the corners, against the walls, etc. People like them due to their compact size and design as they can be placed in tiny rooms without taking much space. They come in single units and mostly without a table.

Click to buy a divan sofa in Pakistan. The prices of divan vary depending upon its quality, size, and many other elements.

4. Sofa Cum Bed Design / Convertible Sofa / Sleeper Sofa

Sofa cum bed also known as convertible or sleeper sofa is becoming highly popular in Pakistan. Especially in major cities where people have less space to live. As the name suggests, you can convert this sofa into a bed with the extension under them. The convertible designs differ a lot and these types of sofas are still evolving. These sofas can be comfortable and portable at the same time they can be less comfortable and less portable.

Click to buy sofa cum bed in Pakistan. Its price varies depending upon the technology, comfort, quality, and other factors used in their making.

5. Recliner Sofa Design

Recliner sofa design is relatively new and modernistic due to its features and shape. It comes with the option to tilt its back and raise its footrest. Most of them have electronic controls while others are controlled manually. This sofa design might not be the best suit to be placed in a living room but it is an excellent choice for bedrooms, TV lounges, etc.

Some recliner sofas also come with builtin massagers that can give a full body massage. You can get them in single, double, or even triple sofa styles. Recliner sofa sets with tables are also available. But the price of these types of sofa designs is too high.

Click to buy a recliner sofa in Pakistan. Their price starts from Rs.50-60 thousand and it can jump massively when you search for a good brand.

6. Sectional Sofa Design

Sectional sofa comes in pieces without armrests so people can put together the pieces to create the most suitable sofa seating arrangement as per their requirements. It is more suitable for larger families.

This type of sofa offers flexibility as you can easily increase seating space for extra guests or reduce it when you want a spacious room. As they come in pieces, you can get as many of them as you need. These are the reason why the sectional one is among the most popular sofa designs in Pakistan.

The price of a sectional sofa varies depending upon multiple factors.

7. Corner Sofa Design

A corner sofa is just like the sectional divan and sectional sofa but it comes without armrests and backrests. As the name suggests, it is positioned in the corners against the wall which act as the backrest. It is the ultimate choice of people who have small living room space. Most people place cushions against the wall to make the seating arrangement more comfortable.

Nowadays, some of them come with backrests and armrests (on the outer sides). Multiple options are available as you can get them with as many seating capacity as you need at home.

Click to buy a corner sofa in Pakistan. They can be cheap or expensive depending upon quality, brand, and size.

8. Chesterfield Sofa Design

Chesterfield sofa is among the classical sofa styles (originated in 18th century) that still exist. You can easily identify them with their quilted or tufted style and armrests (equal to backrest). Most of them have rolled armrests but you will also find some new designers making the armrests in other designs as well. That is the reason why it is among the most popular types of sofa designs in Pakistan.

Click to buy Chesterfield sofa in Pakistan.

9. Curved / Conversation / Crescent Sofa Design

Many of us have seen the images of curved shaped sofas, right? They are also known as crescent or conversation sofas. This sofa style is not suitable for homes with limited space. They can come in multiple designs and styles but the thing that makes them unique is their curved shape. They mostly come in pieces. Most of them have backrests but come without armrests.

Their prices vary a lot depending upon different factors.

10. Chinioti Sofa Design in Pakistan

Well! Who doesn’t know about the Chinioti sofa style? It isn’t a specific type of sofa but the locals have made it. Actually, these sofas are made in Chiniot and have similarities with the Victorian style sofas. However, the craft work is different (localized). Most of them have crowns or artwork on the back and rolled armrests.

Click to buy Chinioti sofa in Pakistan. Their prices also vary depending upon different factors.

Sofa Sizes

Apart from the sofa designs, you need to know that they are also categorized according to their sizes. You can get a sofa in 1, 2, 3, 4 and even 5 seater sizes. Also, sofa sets come in multiple variations.

Sofa Poshish Designs in Pakistan

There are different types of sofa poshish designs. Many people confuse poshish fabric with the sofa type. Some of them even ask for velvet, leather, or a jute sofa when buying one. These are not types but the poshish fabrics.

Let’s discuss them here!

1. Velvet Sofa

Velvet fabric is among the popular sofa poshish materials in Pakistan. No matter if a person is buying a new sofa or getting it redesigned, velvet is mostly among the top 2 options.

People mostly consider this fabric due to the following reasons.

Aesthetically appealing
Durability
Comfortable & soft touch

Click to buy a velvet sofa in Pakistan.

2. Leather Sofa

Leather is another popular material for the sofa. Genuine leather comes at a higher price but many synthetic leather sofas are available at a cheaper price. It is important to remember that you won’t get all the benefits if you choose a synthetic leather sofa.

Let’s see the reasons why people choose leather sofas.

Premium feel
Hypoallergenic (don’t absorb dust and other allergens)
Stain-resistance
Easy to maintain
Durable

Click to buy a leather sofa in Pakistan.

3. Jute Fabric for Sofa

Jute fabric sofas are also popular but less than the 2 mentioned above. It is among the most durable fabrics for a sofa. You can get a jute sofa at a cheaper price than the high-quality velvet and genuine leather sofa.

The following are some reasons why people buy jute sofas.

High tensile strength (stretches a lot before tearing)
Inexpensive
Eco-friendly
Breathable material

Click to buy a jute sofa in Pakistan.

Selecting the right type of sofa design for your home can be a challenging task. We have tried to make it easier for you by explaining the most popular types of sofa designs in Pakistan.

Which sofa design do you like the most? Tell us in the comment section below.

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