10 Ways to Style a Blue Sofa Like an Interior Designer — These Expert-Curated Living Rooms Are a Masterclass in Using the Calming Color for Its Key Piece

A modern living room with a dark blue corner sofa and two matching armchairs with a round wooden coffee table in front of two inset wood-clad window frames that match the internal doorway.

Blue sofas have been a popular choice for years — and understandably so. Widely associated with calm and relaxation, it stands to reason that a blue sofa works so well in a space created for gathering and comfort, which is exactly why I chose one for my own living room.

From light tones that make a space feel airy and serene to deeper hues that envelop and cocoon, this versatile shade pairs with so many other colors and textures for an elegant scheme. And for the very best blue sofa living room ideas, I went back to the Livingetc archives to hand-pick my favorite designer-styled spaces.