ARMCHAIRS

A fabulous armchair can make all the difference to a living room. From club styles and swivel chairs to recliners, a statement armchair injects colour and character and, of course, extra seating.

“Armchairs are like art in a room,” says interior designer Nickolas Gurtler. “They can be bolder in shape than a sofa and allow you to be more playful or more adventurous in terms of colour and pattern.” They’re versatile too, adds Emma Mackie, interior decorator and principal at M Interiors. “Simply re-covering an old armchair can change the look of a room; alternatively, move it to another spot in the house to give the chair – and the space – a fresh feel.”

Well-made armchairs range in price from about $500 up to about $5000