Soft Seating

Although these terms get used interchangeably, they do have different origins. ‘Couch’ is of French origin and refers to an object with no arms that is used for lying on, or lounging about. ‘Sofa’ on the other hand is more formal, referring to that which we sit upon, with arms and a backrest. It’s worth mentioning that ottomans also feature in a similar way to a couch, however, they will usually have no back or arms whatsoever.

Couches and sofas for offices need to be hard-wearing, hygienic and work well with the sleek, modern design often found in commercial spaces. The first thing to look at is how this office sofa will be used, will it be a waiting space or used for impromptu meetings? For seating where people chat it can be useful to consider modular seating, this can be rearranged to create L shapes and other structures which encourage connection. Secondly, hard-wearing and cleanable upholstery will maintain the look and hygiene of furniture that is used by many people day in and day out. Choosing a commercial seating provider like Buro ensures all these bases are covered, over 25 years of experience means we know what works and what doesn’t in the realm of office couches and soft seating.