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Irish interior designers’ top choice for quality, affordable sofas

We asked three interior designers to share which sofas from Finline Furniture they chose recently, or return to, for both style and practicality

Heidi three-seater sofa in Lovely Almond velvet, a reliable favourite for smaller spaces
Heidi three-seater sofa in Lovely Almond velvet, a reliable favourite for smaller spaces

A room is shaped by the pieces you choose to include.

Every Finline Furniture sofa and armchair is made-to-order in Finline’s Emo, Co Laois workshop, with hand-built frames, carefully designed cushions and hundreds of fabric options, from durable weaves to soft velvets. In Finline’s January sale, all sofas and armchairs, made to order, are available with 15 per cent off throughout the month.

Choosing a sofa for a smaller room is tricky. It needs to fit comfortably while offering thoughtful, stylish design. Deirdre O’Connell of DTale Interior Design used the Heidi three-seater sofa in a recent interior design project in Kildare.

“The Heidi sofa meets the brief on a number of levels. With sloped arms and lifted legs, it’s graceful and elegant, sitting proud in its compact form. We chose an easy-clean, hard-wearing cream fabric, with a subtle pattern and a dark leg to match the scheme. This room is busy with adults and kids enjoying it, but you wouldn’t know, as the sofa continues to look so well.” The Heidi three-seater is available in Finline’s January sale from €1,453.

Marco lounger in Lovely Jade, fabric sale price from €2,673, Finline Furniture. Interior by Flamingo Interior Design
Marco lounger in Lovely Jade, fabric sale price from €2,673, Finline Furniture. Interior by Flamingo Interior Design

Finline has a wide variety of corner sofa styles. Whether you are looking for a lounger, chaise or full corner sofa, every piece can be tailored to your space and lifestyle.

Cathy Angelini of Flamingo Interior Design highlights her use of the Marco Lounger in a fabric called Lovely Jade. The Marco lounger sofa, is a contemporary, Italian inspired design.

“I love using the Marco; this lounger format suited the room perfectly. It has a presence without overwhelming the room. It’s great for sitting up to talk, or lying down to relax. Its sleek profile, narrow arms and elevated legs create a light, contemporary feel even in compact rooms.”

The Marco lounger sofa is available in Finline’s January sale from €2,363.

Alice armchair in Antwerp Cream, a classic beauty
Alice armchair in Antwerp Cream, a classic beauty

Sometimes a single chair is all it takes to make a space feel complete. The Alice chair has a high back, deep seat and slim arms, offering a place to pause, read or relax. In this beautiful hallway in a period Irish home, interior designer Luigia Panfili of Studio Panfili, Galway, chose the Alice for its classic elegance.

“We took our cues from the beauty of classic, old-English country house design. The Alice fitted perfectly, both in size and look. I’ve used this chair in a number of rooms, in a number of ways – as a living room chair, and even a bedroom chair. I love its sculptural silhouette.”

The Alice Armchair is available in Finline’s January sale from €663.

And what were the most popular sofas in 2025? Ciaran Finane of Finline Furniture highlighted the best sellers from the Dublin, Cork, Galway and Laois showrooms.

“While it’s hard to pick a favourite, we can’t deny the popular choices from 2025. These two sofas are favourites in homes across Ireland, chosen repeatedly for their design, practicality and quality. Uniquely, we can offer the choice of over 250 fabrics on all of our sofa models. It’s this wide choice which appeals to people. Once they decide, our team in Emo, Co Laois, make that sofa to order.”

Baltimore three-seater lounger sofa in Antwerp Cream
Baltimore three-seater lounger sofa in Antwerp Cream

“The Baltimore lounger sofa has generous, deep seats and slightly angled arms, ideal for movie nights or lounging with friends. Its angular frame and substantial comfort make it a versatile, enduring option.”

The Baltimore 3 Seater lounger sofa is available in Finline’s January sale from €2,363.

Monroe three-seater sofa in Antwerp Cream linen
Monroe three-seater sofa in Antwerp Cream linen

Another, more compact, favourite is the Monroe three-seater. Ciaran says, “The Monroe sofa features pillow-top cushions and contrast piping, offering presence while remaining approachable for everyday use. Its thoughtful proportions and tactile detailing make it a popular pick for lively family homes.”

The Monroe sofa is available in Finline’s January sale from €1,593.

To mark the annual sale, Finline Furniture has one €2,000 furniture gift card to give away. Visit finlinefurniture.ie to enter the competition before January 12th, 2026.

For beautiful quality, handmade Irish sofas and armchairs, visit finlinefurniture.ie. The Finline annual sale is on in all their showrooms throughout January. Visit them in Laois, Galway, Cork and in their expansive new showroom on Dublin’s Long Mile Road.