Selecting the perfect sofa is about more than just aesthetics. The right sofa should complement your physical proportions, support your lifestyle, and enhance your interior design. At Olta, we believe that furniture should be made for you, not the other way around. This guide offers practical advice to ensure your sofa becomes an investment in comfort that truly fits your life.
Finding your perfect seat height and depth
Your physical proportions should directly influence your sofa choice. The right dimensions ensure proper support and circulation while preventing strain.
| Height range | Ideal seat height | Recommended seat depth | Olta collections to consider |
| Under 165 cm | 40-43 cm | 55-60 cm | Amalfi, Calypso, Reverso |
| 165-180 cm | 43-45 cm | 60-65 cm | Avant, MAxwell, Oxygen |
| Over 180 cm | 45-48 cm | 65-75 cm | 3: Mistral, Onyx, Stone |
Quick Test: When seated, your feet should rest comfortably on the floor with knees at a 90° angle. The sofa depth should allow 5-8 cm of space between the edge of the seat and the back of your knees when sitting fully back.
Matching your daily lifestyle
Your daily activities and household composition should guide your sofa selection.
Lifestyle checklist
- Family with children: Choose stain-resistant fabrics and modular designs that can be reconfigured as your family grows (Consider: Stone, Reverso)
- Pet owners: Select fabrics resistant to scratching and hair; avoid delicate materials (Consider: durable weaves with high rub count)
- Entertaining frequently: Look for sectional arrangements that accommodate multiple guests (Consider: Goya L-shape configurations)
- Movie enthusiasts: Prioritize deep seats and headrests for extended comfort (Consider: Avant, Goya)
- Small space living: Select compact designs with built-in storage options (Consider: calypso, reverso i stone)
- Home office hybrid: Consider models with adjustable components for varied seating positions (Consider: Reverso, Horizon)
Interior harmony guide
Creating visual balance between your sofa and space ensures a cohesive design.
Room size proportions
| Room size | Sofa size recommendation | Spacing requirements |
| Small (<20 m²) | 2-seater or compact L-shape | 45 cm minimum pathway around sofa |
| Medium (20-30 m²) | 3-seater or medium sectional | 60 cm around for comfortable movement |
| Large (>30 m²) | Expansive sectional or multiple sofas | 75+ cm around to maintain proportion |
Material and color integration
Material matching formula:
- Match 2 existing textures in your room + introduce 1 complementary texture through your sofa
- For contemporary spaces: Minimal, clean lines (Avant, Maxwell)
- For traditional spaces: Softer profiles with subtle detailing (Goya, Ritz)
- For transitional spaces: Balanced forms with understated elegance (Hudson, Amalfi)
Your sofa selection checklist
Measure twice: Room dimensions, doorways, hallways, and stairwells
Test the sit: Spend at least 10 minutes seated in your potential sofa
Consider adaptability: How will this sofa work if you move or your family changes?
Check construction: Look for hardwood frames and high-resilience foam (at least 30 kg/m³)
Evaluate fabric durability: For daily use, choose fabrics with 25,000+ Martindale rub count
Assess maintenance needs: Request care instructions before purchasing
Think long-term: Will this design still appeal to you in 7-10 years?
Personalization possibilities
Remember that many Olta collections offer customization options. Consider:
- Fabric or leather upholstery choices
- Module configurations for sectional arrangements
- Cushion firmness preferences
- Optional features (integrated tables, storage, etc.)
Finding the perfect sofa means balancing practical considerations with personal preferences. By matching your sofa to your physical proportions, lifestyle needs, and interior design, you create more than just a beautiful space, you craft an environment that truly supports and enhances your daily life. Necessary information regarding technical specifications is in the technical data sheets or in the catalog, which can be downloaded from the product subpages at https://olta.eu/products/collection/goya/”
