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Sometimes, less is more!
Downsizing to a condo or apartment comes with perks like city living, scenic views, and low maintenance. While space may be limited, comfort shouldn’t be.
A sofa is the heart of any living room, but finding one that fits without overwhelming your space is key. Thankfully, there are apartment-sized sofas that offer big comfort in a compact design.
At La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau & Kingston, many customers ask about sofas designed for smaller living areas. In this article, we’ll cover our top La-Z-Boy picks for small spaces from our stationary and reclining furniture pieces.
If you’re interested in learning more about How to Maximize Small Space Design in Your Home, take a look at this article.
Key Takeaways:
- A curated mix of stationary and reclining sofas to suit different lifestyles and room configurations.
- All options are customizable, with various fabrics, leathers, and configurations.
- La-Z-Boy’s Duo Collection seamlessly blends stationary elegance with hidden reclining features.
- Each sofa is crafted with La-Z-Boy’s high-quality materials for durability and lasting comfort.
- Experience these sofas firsthand at our Ottawa, Gatineau & Kingston showrooms for a sit test.
In This Article…
- The Bexley Stationary Sofa
- The Wilmette Stationary Sofa
- The Kennedy Stationary Sofa
- The Piper Stationary Sofa
- The Finley Reclining Sofa
- The Colby Duo Reclining Sofa
- The Pinnacle Reclining Sofa
- The Brooks Reclining Sofa
*PLEASE NOTE: Some furniture styles mentioned in this video are discontinued.*
Stationary Sofas for Small Spaces
1. The Bexley Sofa
The Bexley Sofa is designed for easy mix- and match-ability. Whether you’re designing a whole new room, or adding a sofa to existing pieces, Bexley blends right in, with its clean, tailored lines and welt trim detailing. Slightly flared, key-shaped arms frame its three roomy seats for a unique, yet uncomplicated silhouette.
The Bexley is also made with patented ComfortCore® cushions provide just the right amount of support for a long or short sit. Includes two 18” accent pillows.
Bexley Sofa Dimensions (Inches):
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Body Depth: 35.5 Body Height: 37 Body Width: 78.5 |
Seat Depth: 20.5 Seat Height: 21 Seat Width: 67 |
The Bexley is also available as a loveseat and a queen sleep sofa. For more detailed information, take a look at the in-depth Review of the Bexley Furniture Family.
2. The Wilmette Sofa
The latest addition to the La-Z-Boy family is the Wilmette Sofa. The Wilmette is a simple, modern design that elevates the decor of any room. It is also the perfect sofa for any small apartment or condo.
What's more, the Wilmette includes semi-attached box-border chambered blown-fiber backs, with slender track arms and loose kidney pillows. This creates a clean, elegant design, perfect for any small space.
Wilmette Sofa Dimensions (Inches):
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Body Depth: 36 Body Height: 37 Body Width: 75.5 |
Seat Depth: 20.5 Seat Height: 20 Seat Width: 67 |
The Wilmette is also available as a chair & a half. To learn more about the Wilmette Furniture Family, take a look at this article.
3. The Kennedy Apartment Sized Sofa
The Kennedy Apartment Sized Sofa features the same style and comfort as the standard sized Kennedy, but on a narrower scale. It’s sandwiched between the sofa and the loveseat and may be just the right size at 8” smaller than the sofa and 14.5” wider than the loveseat.
A combination of clean lines, narrow track arms, welt trim, and decorative legs give it a classic, understated style that blends easily with any decor. Alike other stationary La-Z-Boy sofas, the Kennedy is crafted with Premier Construction.
The Kennedy is constructed with ComfortCore® seat cushions. These cushions consist of 7-layer zoned cushion technology with a mix of 1.8 and 2.5 density foam offering added support for the spine, hips and behind the knees.
Kennedy Apartment-Sized Sofa Dimensions (Inches):
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Body Depth: 38 Body Height: 39 Body Width: 69 |
Seat Depth: 20.5 Seat Height: 21.5 Seat Width: 59 |
The Kennedy is also available in a chair, a loveseat, a regular-sized sofa, a full sleeper and queen sleeper sofa, and a matching ottoman. To learn more about the Kennedy Furniture Family, take a look at this article.
4. The Piper Sofa
The Piper Sofa is crafted with a sleek, streamlined style that fits in with just about any decor from ultra-modern to comfortably casual. Simple, smooth Premier standard seats offer long-lasting comfort and support while the elegant, modern arms and decorative wood legs bring just a touch of an upscale vibe.
The Piper is constructed with ComfortCore® seat cushions. These cushions consist of 7-layer zoned cushion technology with a mix of 1.8 and 2.5 density foam offering added support for the spine, hips and behind the knees.
Piper Sofa Dimensions (Inches):
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Body Depth: 37 Body Height: 37.5 Body Width: 82 |
Seat Depth: 22.5 Seat Height: 21 Seat Width: 67.5 |
The Piper is available as a loveseat, a queen sleeper sofa, and a sofa with a chaise. For more detailed information, read a detailed Review of the Piper Furniture Family.
Reclining Sofas for Small Spaces
5. The Finley Power Wall Reclining Sofa
The Finley Power Wall Reclining Sofa fits the bill with modern lines, sleek track arms, and a tall foam back that gives it a neat and structured look. The ultra-plush chaise seat and leg rest cradle the body in a continuous zone of comfort. Simply use the convenient 4 button controls on the outside arms to raise the leg rests.
As a wall reclining sofa, the Finley can recline mere inches away from the wall making it ideal for small spaces.
The Finley has foam backs, ultra-plush chaise seats (a softer seat is achieved by adding an extra layer of 12 lb polyurethane foam on top of the foam core) and footrests.
Finley Sofa Dimensions (Inches):
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Body Depth: 38 Body Height: 43 Body Width: 80 |
Seat Depth: 21.5 Seat Height: 19.5 Seat Width: 70.5 |
The Finley is also available as a rocker recliner, a wall recliner, a gliding recliner, and a wall reclining loveseat. For more information, take a look at the Review of the Finley Furniture Family.
6. The Colby Duo Reclining Sofa
Take a close look at the Colby duo® Reclining Sofa and you’ll find this easygoing favourite has the unexpected power to recline. Part of our award-winning duo series, Colby features graceful rolled arms, decorative wood legs, padded outer arms and a padded outer back.
Colby’s versatile frame can be dressed up for a formal setting or dressed more casually for a family room. Dual controllers on the outside arms let you recline and raise the legrests with ease, while built-in USB ports charge your devices. Patented ComfortCore® seat cushions provide optimum support for reading, relaxing or watching TV.
Colby Duo Sofa Dimensions (Inches):
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Body Depth: 37 Body Height: 41 Body Width: 85 |
Seat Depth: 20 Seat Height: 22 Seat Width: 71.5 |
The Colby is also available as a reclining chair and a loveseat. You can learn more about the Colby Duo Furniture Family with this review article.
7. The Pinnacle Wall Reclining Sofa
The Pinnacle Wall Reclining Sofa has an easygoing style. Sink in and enjoy its plushy pillowed back and padded rolled arms. The chaise seats and leg rest cradle your body in a continuous zone of comfort. Depending on your preference, the Pinnacle sofa is available in stationary and power.
Moreover, the Pinnacle sofa is also a wall recliner allowing it to recline mere inches from the wall.
Pinnacle Sofa Dimensions (Inches):
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Body Depth: 38 Body Height: 41 Body Width: 81.5 |
Seat Depth: 20 Seat Height: 20 Seat Width: 68.5 |
The Pinnacle is available as a rocker recliner, a wall recliner, a gliding recliner, a lift chair, and a wall reclining loveseat. For more information on the Pinnacle features, take a look at the Review of the Pinnacle Recliner.
8. The Brooks Reclining Sofa
The Brooks Reclining Sofa offers a casual blend of comfort and function, with an updated look that’s cleaner and less overstuffed than you’d expect.
Convenient latch releases on the outside arms allow you to easily adjust the left and right backs and legrests for personalized reclining comfort, or you can recline without raising the legrests for even more comfort options.
A thinner back and smaller arm posts give Brooks a modern, tailored silhouette that blends well with a variety of room styles.
Brooks Sofa Dimensions (Inches):
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Body Depth: 40 Body Height: 41 Body Width: 84 |
Seat Depth: 21 Seat Height: 21.5 Seat Width: 66 |
The Brooks is also available as a rocker recliner, a wall recliner, and a reclining loveseat. For more information, check out a Review of the Brooks Furniture Family.
What's Next?
With characteristics to look for, tips on how to take measurements, and some excellent options to choose from at La-Z-Boy, you are now well equipped to find the perfect sofa for your small space.
As you shop for your new sofa, keep in mind that it is also important that your sofa fits YOU! Our consultants at La-Z-Boy will not only help you find a small sofa that meets your needs and preferences, but they will also fit you for a sofa that is best for your unique body shape.
Suppose you are looking at incorporating your new small recliner into an existing space or are redecorating an entire room. In that case, you may also consider taking advantage of our complimentary design services. Our skilled interior designers will ensure that the recliner you choose suits the style and size of your space.
Visit us at a local Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston location to get started today. If you prefer to plan in advance, schedule an appointment online. If you’re interested in learning more about La-Z-Boy sofas, check out our comprehensive guide.
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