Daybed and chaise longue are terms that are often confused. The first is by definition a sofa, generally without a back and with cushions to lean on; the second, from French, refers to a chair long enough to support the legs.
Beyond the differences both are used to relax or unwind. If you are looking for a different piece of furniture with which to give a unique touch to your living room and which, in turn, allows you to enjoy the passing of the hours, this is yours. You will only have to decide between the many designs that you will find in the market.
El Barcelona Chaise Longue model it is one of the most popular. It was designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930 for the German Pavilion at the International Exhibition in Barcelona. Inspired by modern architecture, it is characterized by its steel frame, its screwed leather straps and its cushion, shaped by hidden double buttons. You can see it in the first and third image, in black and white respectively.
By design, they fit perfectly in modern and sophisticated environments. They are the perfect piece to print a modern touch to rooms with classic architecture such as those illustrated in images. A lamp and a small table can help you achieve a perfect corner for this purpose.
The modern design of the Barcelona collection, of which there are countless imitations, contrast with the classic air of the French chaise longue of the s. XVIII and XIX. These are perfect for decorating large rooms in a classic and / or rustic style. We can find them in smooth velvety fabrics or upholstered with beautiful printed motifs.
Couches and chaise longues are a great resource for decorate a living room combined with other sofas and armchairs. In neutral colors it will be easier for you to adapt them to an existing decoration. However, you can choose colorful and / or patterned models if you want to turn them into focal pieces in the room.