The best modern furniture brands: the 2026 ranking
Bonaldo, Cattelan Italia, Moroso, Gervasoni and more: the 15 best modern furniture brands and the signature piece that makes each recognisable.
Blog - Arredamento
Sofa seat depth: how to tell whether it will work for you
Overall sofa depth and usable seat depth are different. Learn what to measure, how cushions affect the space and what to try before choosing.
Bedside table height: measure it against the mattress, not the frame
How high should a bedside table be? Measure the finished mattress, test your reach while lying down and allow for drawers, lamps and sockets.
Rug under an extending dining table: size it open or closed?
Should a dining rug fit an extending table open or closed? Measure chair movement, compare two layouts and avoid awkward edges under the seats.
Reading lamp beside the sofa: where to put it to avoid shadows
Position a reading lamp by the sofa around your seated posture, the page and the television. Practical checks for shadows, glare and cables.
Sideboard behind a sofa: the measurements that make it work
Can a sideboard go behind a sofa? Check its height, depth, doors, finished back and installation requirements before changing the layout.
Chairs for a round dining table: check what happens underneath
Choose chairs for a round table by checking width, arms, the table base and room to move. A practical guide beyond the number of seats.
90 × 200 cm bed: how much space does the frame really need?
A 90×200 mattress is not the size of the complete bed. Measure the frame, headboard, storage openings and walking space before choosing.
Working at the dining table: a practical setup you can put away
Make temporary work at the dining table easier to manage. Plan equipment, lighting, cables and storage, and recognise when a separate desk makes sense.
Lighting an off-centre dining table: three approaches to compare
Compare offset pendants, track lighting and arc floor lamps for an off-centre dining table, with checks for glare, extending tops and installation.
Matt or glossy ceramic dining table: which finish suits everyday life?
Compare matt and glossy ceramic dining tables by reflections, visible marks, cleaning requirements and construction, not appearance alone.
