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Neutral tones and soft silhouettes define the modern chesterfield

A sofa is more than just a place to sit—it’s a statement-making piece that sets the tone for your entire living room. As the focal point of your space, the right sofa can instantly modernize your home, blending comfort with sleek design. Whether you’re drawn to clean lines, bold shapes, or versatile modular setups, these carefully curated options will elevate your interior with contemporary flair. Featuring minimalist aesthetics and high-quality materials, these sofas offer both form and function, ensuring your living room remains stylish and inviting for years to come.

MUST
MUST

$1,200, at MUST.

Round is Right

The Bobby sofa brings a sleek, contemporary feel to any room with its seamless wooden frame and stylish, rounded design. Its modern shape and refined craftsmanship add a soft yet sophisticated touch, effortlessly elevating minimalist and classic spaces alike.

Sofas in toronto
Sofas in toronto

Pricing upon request, Maison Corbeil.

A Nod to the Classics

The Kashima sofa blends bold design with plush comfort, featuring a sleek, low profile and adjustable backrests for versatile lounging. Its modern silhouette and luxurious upholstery bring a contemporary edge to any living space, making it an ideal centerpiece for both minimalist and eclectic interiors.

Calligaris Toronto
Calligaris Toronto

From $5,858, at Calligaris.

Marvellously Modular

The Favola sofa by Calligaris combines contemporary design with ultimate comfort. Its sleek, adjustable backrests and refined silhouette offer both style and versatility, making it perfect for modern living spaces. Available in both fixed and modular configurations, the Favola can be customized to suit any room layout, all while adding an elegant and inviting touch.

Ethnicraft Toronto
Ethnicraft Toronto

From $3,200, at Stylegarage.

A Structured Sofa

Ethnicraft’s Mellow Modular sofa, with its sleek silhouette and soft neutral hues, effortlessly adds a touch of modernism to your space. Its clean lines and minimalist design create a sense of calm and sophistication, making it a perfect centrepiece for contemporary living areas. Plus, the modularity allows for customization, ensuring it adapts to your room’s layout while maintaining its chic, understated elegance.

day bed
day bed

$2,849, at Simons.

Opt for a Day Bed

The Scout day bed by Moe’s Home brings a warm, mid-century charm to your living space with its rich toffee-coloured upholstery and classic tufted design. Its clean lines and sturdy wooden legs create a timeless look, while the plush seating offers both style and comfort, making it a perfect addition to any modern space with a an old soul.

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Okay, but it clearly is

For the first 16 years of my life, the bat cave at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)—a reconstruction of an actual cave in Jamaica—was among my favourite places in the city. The cave was decorated with cast stalactites and wax bat models, which hung from the ceiling and threw jagged shadows on the walls. A few other features imbued it with spooky verisimilitude: the drip-drip-drip sound effects, the mirrors arranged to create the illusion of infinite depth, the strobe lights strategically placed to make the shadows flutter. When I visited as a five-year-old, the bat cave scared me. When I visited as a stoned fifteen-year-old, it scared me even more. Then came the renovation.

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