Selecting a sofa usually means figuring out what size will fit in your space, narrowing down all the options in those dimensions, and then hoping you can find the style you want in the color you desire. All followed by a loooonggg wait for your new sofa to arrive. Enter BenchMade Modern, a custom upholstery company that flips the script. First, select the style and color you prefer, then select the exact size you’d like, down to the inch. To make sure it’s the ideal fit for your space, they will even ship you a print out of your sofa that you can arrange in the space, so you can double check that there is still enough room to walk between the sofa and coffee table or that it does pair correctly. Plus, each piece is made in their LA studio and delivered within two weeks. All of this to say, you can stop worrying about the logistics of your new furniture and focus on the important part – getting the right design for your home. In the slideshow, Tara and Edgar Blazona, the co-founders of BenchMade Modern, share how to create a cohesive look in any space.
Design the Perfect Sofa for Your Space

If you’re looking for comfy-cozy but still want to look contemporary, select an oversized sofa with clean lines, like the Couch Potato. If you’ve got the extra space, make it a sectional – perfect for a couple cuddling on a Netflix binge. The Sofa with Bumper is another versatile option for any space. The bumper gives you that extra lounging area. Get it in a fun color like atomic or wheatgrass to make it really pop.

If you’re looking for something classic, trend-proof, and sophisticated, select a sofa with slightly feminine details but no frills, such as the Kaden Sofa with Bumper. The loveseat version also looks great in a bedroom.


If you’re hoping for an industrial modern look, select a sofa with details like metal legs to give an industrial feel. Then balance it out with plush cushions that keep it inviting, like the Skinny Fat collection offers.

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We have one of their made-to-measure sofas. Our previous sofa took 3 months via a slow boat from Italy. We were sitting on our BenchMade in no time, and I really appreciated it was entirely fabricated in the US.