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Sofa with an ottoman or a chaise: which should you choose?

A separate ottoman and a chaise can both provide space to stretch your legs, but they use the room differently. An ottoman can move if its design allows, while a chaise creates a defined sofa footprint. Your choice depends on lounging habits and free floor space.

Compare lounging with rearrangement

If you often move furniture, consider the benefits of a separate piece and where it will go when unused. For a permanent long seat, try the chaise length. The straight AGON below is a shape example; compatible ottoman availability needs confirming and an ottoman is not automatically included.

A practical check before choosing

  • Compare the ottoman’s height and surface feel with the actual seat.
  • Mark both layouts and the everyday walking routes.
  • If you need a bed, check for a purpose-designed sleeping mechanism separately.

Specific examples from our catalogue

AGON 3

AGON 3 — Model photograph from the Skandi Mēbeles catalogue
AGON 3 — Model photograph from the Skandi Mēbeles catalogue

The three-seat AGON configuration lists a width of 232 cm and depth of 98 cm. It is an example of a straight modular sofa. Compare its price and components against the order plan; “three-seater” does not specify the usable width of each seat.

View the model and its options: AGON 3

Copenhagen Sleeping Chaiselongue

Copenhagen Sleeping Chaiselongue — Model photograph from the Skandi Mēbeles catalogue
Copenhagen Sleeping Chaiselongue — Model photograph from the Skandi Mēbeles catalogue

Copenhagen Sleeping Chaiselongue is listed at 257 cm overall width, 157 cm chaise length and 91 cm height. It has a pull-out sleeping function. These overall dimensions do not describe the space needed by the open mechanism or the size of a packaged module.

View the model and its options: Copenhagen Sleeping Chaiselongue

A common buying question

Does pushing an ottoman against a sofa create a proper bed?

Do not assume so. Connections, surface heights and intended use need assessing. A footrest does not replace a confirmed sleeping-surface design.

Your next step

Compare the models and save the configurations that suit your room. Send a floor plan and your intended use to our adviser to clarify dimensions, fabric and exactly what your order includes.

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Photographs show example configurations; select the fabric, corner orientation and components on the product page. Check the current price, availability and delivery time for your particular order.