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Suelo Modern Outdoor Sofa
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo modern outdoor sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This sofa
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Suelo Modern Outdoor Sofa
Suelo Modern Outdoor Sofa
H 31.5 in W 92.5 in D 31 in
Modern Outdoor Sofa Folding Daybed Upholstered Blue Bouclé White Details
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Foil Daybed is a luxury daybed. Are you looking for a modern sofa whose design won’t perish over
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Modern Outdoor Sofa Folding Daybed Upholstered in Outdoor Blue Striped Fabric
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Foil Daybed is a luxury daybed. Are you looking for a modern sofa whose design won’t perish over
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Modern Outdoor Sofa Folding White Daybed Upholstered in Sand Outdoor Fabric
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Foil Daybed is a luxury daybed. Are you looking for a modern sofa whose design won’t perish over
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Modern Outdoor Sofa in Stainless Steel with Waterproof Design
By Myface
Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, PT
Saccu - Outdoor sofa Modern outdoor armchair made with structure: white matte lacquered aluminum
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Outdoor Sofa with Shell Form in White and Navy Blue Fabrics
By Myface
Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, PT
Pearl, outdoor sofa Luxurious outdoor sofa made with structure: white matte fiberglass structure
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Bamboo Design Green Wrought Iron Sofa
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
Stylish and comfortable at the same time, this vintage-looking yet modern outdoor sofa is the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel, Metal

Bamboo Design Green Wrought Iron Sofa
H 33.47 in W 54.34 in D 26.78 in
Modern Patio Furniture, Suelo Sofa in Natural
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern outdoor sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Modern Patio Furniture, Suelo Sofa in Natural
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern Outdoor Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Ralph-Ash Outdoor Sofa by Snoc
By SNOC OUTDOOR FURNITURE
Located in Yukarıdudullu, 34
interpretation to your outdoor areas. By harmonizing the modern design approach with the new generation of
Category

2010s Asian Sofas

Materials

Rope, Teak

Ralph-Ash Outdoor Sofa by Snoc
Ralph-Ash Outdoor Sofa by Snoc
H 25.6 in W 91.34 in D 31.5 in
Ralph-Noche Outdoor Sofa by Snoc
By SNOC OUTDOOR FURNITURE
Located in Yukarıdudullu, 34
interpretation to your outdoor areas. By harmonizing the modern design approach with the new generation of
Category

2010s Asian Sofas

Materials

Rope, Teak

Ralph-Noche Outdoor Sofa by Snoc
Ralph-Noche Outdoor Sofa by Snoc
H 25.6 in W 91.34 in D 31.5 in
Ralph-Ash Outdoor Doube Sofa by Snoc
By SNOC OUTDOOR FURNITURE
Located in Yukarıdudullu, 34
interpretation to your outdoor areas. By harmonizing the modern design approach with the new generation of
Category

2010s Asian Sofas

Materials

Rope, Teak

Ralph-Ash Outdoor Doube Sofa by Snoc
Ralph-Ash Outdoor Doube Sofa by Snoc
H 25.6 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Bertu Outdoor Sofa, Outdoor Slatted Sofa, Large Sofa, Suelo
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Outdoor Sofa, Outdoor Slatted Sofa, Large Sofa, Suelo This Large Outdoor Slatted Suelo Sofa
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Molle Outdoor Sofa
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
Give the garden a fresh touch of Italian design with the Molle Outdoor bench. Perfect for casual
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Molle Outdoor Sofa
H 35.44 in W 80.71 in D 27.56 in
Suelo Outdoor Armless Sofa
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Outdoor Armless Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Suelo Outdoor Armless Sofa
Suelo Outdoor Armless Sofa
H 31.5 in Dm 84 in
Modern Outdoor or Indoor Metal and Cord Sofa, 21 Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Outdoor or Indoor Metal and Cord Sofa, 21 century Modern production sofa for outdoors or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Ralph-Noche Double Sofa by Snoc
By SNOC OUTDOOR FURNITURE
Located in Yukarıdudullu, 34
interpretation to your outdoor areas. By harmonizing the modern design approach with the new generation of
Category

2010s Sofas

Materials

Rope, Teak

Ralph-Noche Double Sofa by Snoc
Ralph-Noche Double Sofa by Snoc
H 25.6 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Outdoor Sofa, the Slatted Series
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
and side, and multiple orientations of sofas/sectionals for indoor or outdoor use. You can get any
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Outdoor Sofa, the Slatted Series
Outdoor Sofa, the Slatted Series
H 31.5 in W 72 in D 31 in
Gemma, Pike Double Sofa by Snoc
By SNOC OUTDOOR FURNITURE
Located in Yukarıdudullu, 34
Gemma-pike is a wicker and aluminium garden sofa.? The Gemma-pike Collection is a powerful
Category

2010s Turkish Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Gemma, Pike Double Sofa by Snoc
Gemma, Pike Double Sofa by Snoc
H 30.71 in W 70.87 in D 31.89 in
Modern Yellow Outdoor or Indoor Metal and Cord Sofa, 21 century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Yellow Outdoor or Indoor Metal and Cord Sofa, 21 century Modern production sofa for outdoor
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Intreccio Outdoor 2-Seater Sofa
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
A superb addition to a patio, pool area, or terrace, this two-seat sofa is the result of masterful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Intreccio Outdoor 2-Seater Sofa
Intreccio Outdoor 2-Seater Sofa
H 35.44 in W 49.22 in D 25.99 in
Florio Outdoor 2-Seat Sofa
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Florio Collection, this two-seat sofa will make a charming addition to a patio, veranda
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel, Metal

Florio Outdoor 2-Seat Sofa
Florio Outdoor 2-Seat Sofa
H 39.38 in W 49.22 in D 25.6 in
Gemma, Pike Single Sofa by Snoc
By SNOC OUTDOOR FURNITURE
Located in Yukarıdudullu, 34
breaking traditional and modern design perceptions with its form and structural features.? The Gemma-pike
Category

2010s Turkish Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Gemma, Pike Single Sofa by Snoc
Gemma, Pike Single Sofa by Snoc
H 30.71 in W 33.08 in D 31.89 in
Franco Albini Design Outdoor Sofa
By Franco Albini
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1950s design outdoor sofa Belladona model by Franco Albini composed of a white lacquer and tubular
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Franco Albini Design Outdoor Sofa
Franco Albini Design Outdoor Sofa
H 30.71 in W 76.78 in D 29.53 in
Contemporary Indoor Outdoor Sofa in Beige, Khaki & White Outdoor Fabric
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Lisola Sofa Khaki & White is a modern outdoor seating piece. A unique outdoor sofa created by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather

Modern Green Outdoor or Indoor Sofa in Metal and Rope, 21 Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Green Outdoor or Indoor Sofa in Metal and Cord, 21 century Modern production sofa for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Modern Grey Outdoor or Indoor Sofa in Metal and Cord, 21 Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Modern Grey Outdoor or Indoor Sofa in Metal and Cord, 21 century Modern production sofa for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Val Outdoor Sofa by Luca Nichetto
By Luca Nichetto
Located in Geneve, CH
Val outdoor sofa by Luca Nichetto Dimensions: W100 x D80 x H61 Materials: Rotomolded
Category

2010s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Other

Val Outdoor Sofa by Luca Nichetto
Val Outdoor Sofa by Luca Nichetto
H 24.02 in W 42.52 in D 31.5 in
Bamboo Outdoor Sofa by Pepe Albargues
By Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Bamboo outdoor sofa by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: W 200 x D 93 x H 83 cm Materials: Iron, Bench
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Bamboo Outdoor Sofa by Pepe Albargues
Bamboo Outdoor Sofa by Pepe Albargues
H 32.68 in W 78.75 in D 36.62 in
Outdoor Sunbrella Sage & Black Powdercoat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Outdoor Collection sofa was designed to be as comfortable as it is modern and durable. It can
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Sunbrella Sand & Marbled Rust Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Outdoor Collection Sofa was designed to be as comfortable as it is modern and durable. It can
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Indoor/Outdoor Steel-Framed DeMille Sofa in Modern Regency Style by Laun
By LAUN
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Powder coated stainless steel sofa frame with removable cushions upholstered in an outdoor fabric
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rombo Outdoor Green Wrought Iron Sofa
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
Marrying style and comfort, wrought iron furniture combines a vintage look with modern taste. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel, Metal

Rombo Outdoor Green Wrought Iron Sofa
H 35.44 in W 53.15 in D 26.78 in
Outdoor Matilda Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
By Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Outdoor Matilda sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Polyethelene. Aluminum. Also available in
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Outdoor Matilda Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Matilda Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
H 24.81 in W 90.56 in D 39.38 in
Outdoor Lolah Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
By Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Outdoor Lolah sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: Polyethelene, aluminum. Also available in other
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Outdoor Lolah Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Lolah Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
H 28.35 in W 94.49 in D 47.25 in
Bertu Sofa, Patio Sofa, Mahogany in Teal Outdoor Fabric
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
and side, and multiple orientations of sofas/sectionals for indoor or outdoor use. You can get any
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric

Roda Network 130 Outdoor Teak Sofa
By Rodolfo Dordoni, RODA
Located in Boston, MA
Roda Network 130 outdoor teak sofa made in solid teak wood and grey polyester belts. The brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Polyester, Teak

Roda Network 130 Outdoor Teak Sofa
Roda Network 130 Outdoor Teak Sofa
H 25.2 in W 114.97 in D 43.31 in
Nerthus Outdoor Sofa by Atra Design
By ATRA
Located in Geneve, CH
Nerthus outdoor sofa by Atra Design. Dimensions: D 434 x W 108.5 x H 71.1 cm. Materials: fabric
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Nerthus Outdoor Sofa by Atra Design
Nerthus Outdoor Sofa by Atra Design
H 28 in W 42.56 in D 170.87 in
Outdoor Hinterland Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Sofa is a deep lounging sofa with a powder coated solid steel frame with removable
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Croissant Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
By Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Croissant sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Polyethylene, steel. Dimensions: 95cm x 103 cm x H
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Croissant Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
Outdoor Croissant Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
H 31.3 in W 100.99 in D 40.56 in
Modern Pink & Green Outdoor Three-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Cutted Flowers
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Inspired by our silver award-winning collection "Lazy Day", the outdoor three-seater sofa "Let's Go
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel

Modern Lavender & Blue Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Cutted Flowers
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Inspired by our silver award-winning collection "Lazy Day", the outdoor two-seater sofa "Let's Go
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel

Modern Lavender & Blue Outdoor Three-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Cutted Flowers
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Inspired by our silver award-winning collection "Lazy Day", the outdoor three-seater sofa "Let's Go
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel

Modern Blue & Green Outdoor Three-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Cutted Flowers
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Inspired by our silver award-winning collection "Lazy Day", the outdoor three-seater sofa "Let's Go
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel

Modern Blue & Green Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Cutted Flowers
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Inspired by our silver award-winning collection "Lazy Day", the outdoor two-seater sofa "Let's Go
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel

Modern Camel & White Outdoor Three-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Cutted Flowers
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Inspired by our silver award-winning collection "Lazy Day", the outdoor three-seater sofa "Let's Go
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel, Metal

Modern Pink & Green Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Cutted Flowers
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Inspired by our silver award-winning collection "Lazy Day", the outdoor two-seater sofa "Let's Go
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel

Minimalist Sofa for Outdoor, Contemporary Brazilian Design
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This minimalist outdoor sofa is made in hardwood, metal and fabrics, two places sofa with arms, the
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Studio Curve Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Curve Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11 Dimensions: D 96 x W 125 x H 70 cm. SH 47 cm
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Curve Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Studio Curve Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
H 27.56 in W 49.22 in D 37.8 in
Studio Corner Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Corner Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11 Dimensions: D 96 x W 110 x H 70 cm. SH 47 cm
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Corner Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Studio Corner Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 37.8 in
Studio Small Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Small Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11 Dimensions: D 96 x W 60 x H 70 cm. SH 47 cm. Materials
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Small Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Studio Small Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 37.8 in
Studio Large Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Large Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11 Dimensions: D 96 x W 120 x H 70 cm. SH 47 cm
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Large Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Studio Large Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
H 27.56 in W 47.25 in D 37.8 in
Studio Medium Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Medium Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11 Dimensions: D 96 x W 80 x H 70 cm. SH 47 cm
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Medium Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Studio Medium Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 37.8 in
Roda Network 120 Outdoor Teak Sofa
By RODA, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Boston, MA
teak wood and grey polyester belts. Seat and back cushions in HD1 shore S21 white fabric. All cushions are made with Hydro Draining Technology: The upholstered collections have...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Polyester, Teak

Roda Network 120 Outdoor Teak Sofa
Roda Network 120 Outdoor Teak Sofa
H 25.2 in W 84.65 in D 43.31 in
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 2, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
STUDIO Sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Outdoor version Setup 2 (1x medium
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

'Studio' Sofa Outdoor by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 2, Coconut
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
STUDIO Sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Outdoor version Setup 2 (1x medium
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Curve Module, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
composition Textile outdoor: Coconut or whisper Introducing Studio, the newest sofa landscape in the NORR11
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Corner Module, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Outdoor textile: Savane (Whisper or Coconut) Introducing Studio, the newest sofa landscape in the NORR11
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 3, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
STUDIO Sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Outdoor Setup 3 (2x large,1x small
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

Patricia Urquiola ''Trampoline' Outdoor Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Outdoor sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Patricia
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

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Modern Outdoor Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the modern outdoor sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each modern outdoor sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and plastic. If you’re shopping for a modern outdoor sofa, we have 20 options in-stock, while there are 82 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect modern outdoor sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A modern outdoor sofa, designed in the Modern or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made modern outdoor sofa over the years, but those crafted by RODA, Rodolfo Dordoni and Myface are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Modern Outdoor Sofa?

Prices for a modern outdoor sofa start at $646 and top out at $47,700 with the average selling for $7,310.

Finding the Right Seating for You

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No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Modern Outdoor Sofa
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To make a floral sofa look modern, pair it with more minimalist pieces. Think coffee tables and accent chairs with simple, clean lines and lamps with globe shades. Place a solid-colored throw rug under the seating area or hang sleek frameless glass mirrors on the walls. Find a range of living room furniture on 1stDibs.