TXCajun, I absolutely agree with you about the TV placement. The TV was already installed when we moved in. The previous owners sold it to us for $200 because it was an older model and they didn't feel like taking it down. It was convenient to already have it there when we moved in. From an aesthetic and ergonomic perspective, it would be better to have it on a console table facing the windows, but I do enjoy the convenience of having it viewable from the kitchen and the minimal glare. For that reason, it will stay put for now, but if we choose to move it in the future, it won't be hard to re-orient the furniture around it.
Duane, thank you so much for the input and advice. I have to admit, I have never been a big fan of recliners. It’s really not the aesthetic I am looking for and I would prefer to have a sofa directly across from the TV. I know that isn’t ideal ergonomically, but I’m pretty stubborn when I have an aesthetic opinion about something.
I have a few more questions for you:
1. I am really liking the 5592 Tavern Sofa. I’ve seen you mention on other threads that it is very comfortable. Is that still your opinion?
2. Is there an ottoman you would recommend to use with the Tavern sofa? Probably upholstered in the same leather.
3. How would you describe the comfort of the 6046-3-Q Harvest Quilted Sofa and 6046-3-T Harvest Tufted Sofa? I think that they are both so beautiful, but I don’t know if they will offer the same coziness that a chesterfield would. FYI: I tend to put my feet up on an ottoman or tuck them up under me and lean against the arm of the sofa.
4. Do you have any leathers come to mind that meet the following criteria:
a. In the Class 3 price range.
b. Would look good with light walls and light-colored rugs. I will always have a Golden Retriever in my life which means I will always have light colored rugs and carpeting, otherwise I would spend all my time vacuuming. Initially, I was thinking something very dark brown, like espresso, but I actually prefer the look of burnished light browns with a patina.
c. Will look good on tufted pieces (like the Tavern or Harvest).
d. Have a luxurious and antique look and feel.
5. Do any (non-recliner) chair models come to mind that meet the following criteria:
a. Comfortable to sit on, particularly with an ottoman.
b. Would look nice next to a tufted leather sofa.
c. Have a traditional, refined silhouette (i.e. wingback, some clearance between the seat and the floor, exposed woodwork, interesting upholstery, etc.)
Here are some chairs I found on the Taylor King website that I really like:
If you have personally sat on any of these, I’d love to hear your feedback. Or, if you know of a model that other customers have been very happy with, please let me know.
Thanks so much!