Bean Bags: A Surprising Answer for Chic Comfort
Sink into a new generation of squishy, go-anywhere seating
Searching for a comfortable way to spice up a seating area? Look no further than the playroom; it’s highly possible your children are lounging on the solution. Turns out today’s bean bags aren’t just for the kids; available in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles, they can prove a great addition to a space in need of seating. In certain instances, even the traditional style may be able to add a dose of chic to an otherwise drab setting. Read on to collect a few new ideas on how to adapt bean bags throughout the home, and you’ll instantly be lounging in high style and complete comfort.
Word to the wise: This is no longer the generation of style-less bean bags. Just like shoes and purses, bean bags are popping up under designer labels, such as this recliner style from Ambient Lounge. Not a bad way to kick back by the fire after a long day, if you ask me.
If I walked into this room, I know exactly which chair I’d gun for. I love that this bean bag structurally represents a typical chair and provides a back for support. Plus, its softness adds a unique visual complement against the harder lines of its fellow coffee table and chair.
Black velvet + bean bag + chaise-like style = the epitome of sophisticated comfort. All this girl needs is a glass of wine and she’ll be soaking in the view all night.
Here’s an instance where a bean bag was cleverly used outside of the playroom. By adding a standing lamp, colorful throw pillows and baskets stacked with magazines, the designer transformed this corner into an inviting reading nook. Choosing a corner with large windows affords great natural light for getting lost in a novel during the day.
Plastic beach chairs everywhere are fearing their extinction at the arrival of these outdoor bean bags. Warning: Do not forget your sunscreen when these are in your future. You will likely be here awhile.
Here’s a unique way to add a sculptural, colorful element to your living room. Without these bean bags, this neutral space would have felt lackluster. The addition of bean bags in different sizes adds a playful edge that works well against the structural lines of the sofa, plus it offers more seating.
The designer could have easily left the space on the right empty, but the bean bag actually helps balance the overall scheme. Adding a chic throw pillow to the bean bag instantly ups its style appeal.
More delightful bean bag recliner chairs from Ambient Lounge. I could see this becoming my Sunday morning go-to spot.
These bean bags triple as sculptural elements, additional seating, and foot rests. The circular shape is a nice complement to the lighting fixtures, and they work to pull in the blue theme from the walls, throw pillows and artwork.
You simply cannot beat bean bags that this closely resemble chairs. They’ll offer more support than other options, so they function well in a more traditional seating arrangement.
Bean bags are light and easy to move, so any seating arrangement can be created for guests in this sunroom. Tenting a space is a great way to make it feel super cozy – just imagine a candlelit evening in this room. Super chic!
If you want the bean bag look but not necessarily the bean bag consistency, this “Pumpkin” chair from Ligne Roset is a great solution. It still provides that playful feel of a bean bag chair but in a sturdier structure.
Hello, evening by the mountains in ultimate comfort! This view is breathtaking however you choose to enjoy it, but you won’t hear me complaining when I can count shooting stars from one of these deluxe bean bags.
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