Modular Sofas & Sectional Lounges

A modular sofa is made from separate seating sections that combine to create a larger lounge. Depending on the design, modules can form straight, corner, chaise or U-shaped configurations. This makes modular seating useful when you want a lounge that suits a particular room shape or seating requirement.

The terms are often used interchangeably, but 'modular' usually emphasises individual components that can be combined in different ways. A sectional sofa is also made from multiple sections, although some designs have fixed left- and right-facing pieces that limit how they can be rearranged.

They can be, provided you choose a compact configuration. Modular furniture lets you select the number and type of sections you need, but deep-seat or oversized modules can still dominate a small room. Measure the completed configuration rather than judging each module separately.

Start with the room shape, then decide whether a straight sofa, corner return, single chaise or double chaise works best. Mark the full assembled footprint on the floor and check walking paths, door openings, coffee-table clearance and the position of the television before ordering.

Some modular sofas can be reconfigured easily, while others use connectors or directional modules that limit the available layouts. Check the individual product specification before buying if future rearrangement is important to you.

Yes. Larger modular lounges can provide generous shared seating without needing several separate sofas. They are particularly useful in open-plan living areas, but the full footprint can be substantial, so measure the room and access points carefully before ordering.

Marco Furniture provides a 5-year warranty on the internal frame of modular sofas. Upholstery, foam, stitching, springs, legs, moving mechanisms and electronic components are covered for 12 months.

Marco Furniture offers modular, sectional and corner lounges online and from its Fyshwick showroom. Call (02) 6189 1242 before visiting if you want to confirm whether a particular configuration or upholstery is available to see in person.