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When a client recently asked me to create a whole new living room, the only piece of furniture
she wanted to keep was her beloved chaise. The name "chaise lounge" comes from "chaise
longue" or "long chair" in French. It has been an icon of residential furniture since antiquity
and became especially popular in 19th century Europe from where it came to the United States.
In today's home decor, the chaise is a staple in most rooms...it's not just for the bedroom anymore.
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The intimate bedroom spaces in the two photos above feature romantic French design with
a feminine style chaise in soft colors. The scene creates a very relaxing ambiance for reading
and repose. In the two bedrooms below, each room features a chaise in a more masculine style.
One is a traditional upholstered piece and the other is contemporary in leather and metal.
Both speak to the homeowner's desire for comfort and versatility in the bedroom spaces.
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My client's chaise fills a corner by a sunny window in her living room which creates her favorite
area to read books. In the following photo, a chaise appears in a home's library and is well situated
to provide hours of restful reading.
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When purchasing a new sofa or sectional , many clients request a chaise extension for lounging
while watching television or visiting with friends. The two rooms below offer two examples of
this current trend which blends the chaise with the largest piece of seating in the room.
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Another option is to highlight a chaise by making it contrast with the overall color scheme of a room.
The following photos feature a chaise with a pop of color or fabric to brighten and add personality to the space.
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In a small den or apartment living area, the homeowner does not have to sacrifice comfort where
the placement of a larger sofa might not be possible. In the rooms below, an open-sided chaise adds more seating and spaciousness.
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Finally, you can't have too much of a good thing when it comes to using a chaise in the design
scheme. A popular trend is to place a pair of chaises flanking a fireplace in the living area or in a bedroom. They create an ambiance that invites lounging which suits our increasingly casual culture...and also provide extra sleeping surfaces for overnight guests.
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Aesthetically appealing and practical when used throughout the home, the restful chaise will continue
to be a favorite piece of furniture for ages to come.
