[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-sofa-styles-arm-leg-cushion-types":3,"blog-related-sofa-styles-arm-leg-cushion-types":36},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":10,"authorName":11,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":12,"categories":13,"tags":17,"products":28,"inlineProducts":29,"seo":30},1056,"sofa-styles-arm-leg-cushion-types","Sofa Styles 101: The Design Details That Elevate Each Silhouette",null,"\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi cuties! Having started my career as an industrial designer, you could say I’m a little bit obsessed with the many nuances of product design. \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/upholstered-furniture-construction/?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Last month\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, I walked you through everything that goes into crafting the interior of upholstered furniture, from frame construction to cushion fill and so much more.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Our second upholstery installment is all about the exterior design details\u003C/strong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cstrong> that show up again and again on our favorite sofa styles.\u003C/strong> These are some of the most common and beloved visual elements in our upholstered furniture collections, arranged in an easy-to-explore glossary.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to shop? Explore \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/collections/sofa-collections?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kathy Kuo Home custom upholstery collections\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and find a silhouette you adore.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/studio?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32590\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1.gif\" alt=\"banner\" width=\"1220\" height=\"305\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">Sofa Styles: Arm Type\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34279\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/ArmTypes_English-Rolled-Arm-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>English Roll Arm: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A classic, low-profile arm that gently curves outward with a relaxed, tailored look.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34276\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/ArmTypes_Pleated-Arm.jpg\" alt=\"pleated arm on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Pleated Arm: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A traditional arm style featuring fabric pleats for a soft, decorative effect.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34275\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/ArmTypes_Lawson-Arm.jpg\" alt=\"lawson arm on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Lawson Arm: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A simple, square or slightly rounded arm that sits lower than the sofa back for casual comfort.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34271\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Shelter-arm-sofa.png\" alt=\"shelter arm on pink Cisco Seda sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Shelter Arm: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An arm that extends at the same height as the back and bends gently outward for a cozy, chic look.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34277\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/ArmTypes_Track-Arm.jpg\" alt=\"track arm on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Track Arm: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A clean, straight-edged arm with a modern, boxy silhouette.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34272\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Slope-Arm-Sofa.jpg\" alt=\"slope arm on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Slope Arm: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An elegant arm that flows seamlessly from the back in a continuous downward slope.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34278\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Tuxedo-arm-sofa.png\" alt=\"tuxedo arm on green velvet tufted sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Tuxedo Arm: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A modern arm the same height as the sofa back, lending a formal and tailored appearance.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34274\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/ArmTypes_Key-Arm.jpg\" alt=\"key arm on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Key Arm: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A squared arm design featuring a “key-like” shape that extends slightly out from the silhouette.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/collections/sofa-collections?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34286\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Upholstered-Chairs-Kathy-Kuo-Home.jpg\" alt=\"Three upholstered chairs in a mix of fabrics: velvet, linen-like performance, and boucle\" width=\"1220\" height=\"557\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to shop Kathy Kuo Home Custom Upholstery!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop Custom Sofas\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/160976-Madeline-Sage-Green-Velvet-Sofa?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34238\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Madeline-Sofa.png\" alt=\"sage green velvet sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Madeline Velvet Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/152734-Amelie-Coastal-Sky-Sofa?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33923\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Amelie-Coastal-Sky-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"blue Amelie slipcovered sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Amelie Slipcovered Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/152909-Henri-Cool-Flax-Slipcovered-Sofa---90%22?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33929\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LEE-CKK414-03-WesleyFlax-NN.jpg\" alt=\"modern Henri slipcovered sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Henri Slipcovered Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/153225-Adelle-Truffle-Performance-Slipcovered-Sofa---90%22?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33914\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Adelle-Truffle.jpg\" alt=\"brown slipcovered sofa with bench seat\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Adelle Slipcovered Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/165415-Hartwell-Truffle-Salt-Performance-Sofa?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33924\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Hartwell-Truffle-Salt-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"skirted sofa with bench seat and curved arms\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Hartwell Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/164282-Willett-Stone-Pine-Performance-Velvet-Sofa?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33913\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Willett-Stone-Pine.jpg\" alt=\"green velvet english roll arm sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Willett Velvet Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">Sofa Styles: Leg Type\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34252\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LegTypes_Simple-Tapered-Leg.jpg\" alt=\"simple tapered leg on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Tapered Leg: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sleek leg that narrows gradually toward the floor, offering a mid-century modern look.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34254\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LegTypes_Block-Leg.jpg\" alt=\"tapered wood block leg on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Block Leg: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sturdy, square-shaped leg that provides a grounded, contemporary appearance.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34253\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LegTypes_Turn-Wood-Leg.jpg\" alt=\"turned wood leg on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Turned Wood Leg: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A traditional leg style with turned\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, rounded detailing that adds elegance and charm.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34248\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LegTypes_Caster-Leg.jpg\" alt=\"turned wood and caster leg on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Caster Leg: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A leg fitted with small wheels, often paired with turned wood, for easy movement and vintage appeal.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34247\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LegTypes_Cabriole-Leg.jpg\" alt=\"wood cabriole leg on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Cabriole Leg: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A curved, ornamental leg that bows outward at the knee and inward at the foot, reflecting classic antique design.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34250\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LegTypes_Plinth-Base.jpg\" alt=\"plinth wood base on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Plinth Base: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A solid, recessed base that supports the sofa while giving the illusion of floating.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34249\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LegTypes_Hidden-Leg.jpg\" alt=\"hidden leg on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Hidden Leg: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legs tucked\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> out of sight beneath the frame, creating a clean, low-profile silhouette.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34251\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LegTypes_Rail-Leg.jpg\" alt=\"wood rail leg on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Rail Leg: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A simple leg paired with a rail running along the base creates a modern, elongated appearance.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34246\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/LegTypes_Bun-Foot.jpg\" alt=\"wood bun foot on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Bun Foot: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A short, rounded leg resembling a ball or bun, seen in both modern and traditional styles.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/160976-Madeline-Sage-Green-Velvet-Sofa?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34241\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Madeline-Sofa-Kathy-Kuo-Showroom-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Kathy Kuo sits on a green velvet sofa with turned wood legs in her New York City Design Showroom\" width=\"1220\" height=\"871\" />\u003C/a> Our bestselling Madeline sofa (click the image to shop!)\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Sofa Styles: Cushion Type\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/160976-Madeline-Sage-Green-Velvet-Sofa?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34264\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/CushionTypes_Bench-Cushion.jpg\" alt=\"bench cushion on madeline velvet sofa\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Madeline Sofa with Bench Cushions\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Bench Cushion:\u003C/strong> A cushion extending the entire length of the silhouette for a clean, sophisticated appearance and uninterrupted comfort.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/147511-Claudie-Heathered-Ivory-Performance-Sofa---86%22?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34268\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/CushionTypes_Split-Cushion.jpg\" alt=\"split cushion style on sofa\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Claudie Sofa with Split Cushions\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Split Cushion:\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Two or more separate cushions divided across the frame, offering individualized comfort and a structured look.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/148673-Kent-Malmo-Olive-Sofa-W?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34263\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/CushionTypes_Tight-Seat-Back-Cushion.jpg\" alt=\"tight seat and back on sofa\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Kent Sofa with Tight Seat\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Tight Seat:\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cushions built into the frame for a tailored, maintenance-free appearance.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/170045-Cisco-Home-Donato-Pure-White-Linen-Slipcovered-Chaise-Sectional---Left-Chaise---139%22?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34244\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Cisco-Donato-Sectional-Kathy-Kuo-Showroom-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Kathy Kuo sits on a white Cisco Donato chaise sectional sofa in her New York Design Showroom\" width=\"1220\" height=\"871\" />\u003C/a> Donato Chaise Sectional by Cisco (click the image to shop!)\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop Custom Sectionals\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/165484-Hartwell-Nantucket-Blue-Performance-Corner-Sectional?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34001\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Hartwell-Corner-Sectional-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Hartwell corner sectional with performance upholstery\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Hartwell Corner Sectional\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/166274-Cisco-Home-Donato-Heathered-Ivory-Performance-Slipcovered-Chaise-Sectional-Left-Chaise?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33999\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Donato-Chaise-Sectional-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Donato Chaise Sectional\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Donato Chaise Sectional\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/161820-McKinley-Rosemary-Skirted-Corner-Sectional---Left-En0d---105%E2%80%9D?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33997\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/McKinley-Corner-Sectional-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"McKinley corner sectional with pleated skirt\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> McKinley Corner Sectional\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/170639-Irene-Champagne-Performance-Velvet-Corner-Sectional---108%22?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34000\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Irene-Corner-Sectional.jpg\" alt=\"Irene corner sectional with velvet upholstery\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Irene Corner Sectional\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/149889-Weybridge-Sea-Mint-Performance-U-Chaise-Sectional---Left-Chaise---142%22?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=custom-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33939\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/ROW-SYLVIE-110-241-249-VO100-69-ES-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"coastal blue sectional\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Weybridge U-Chaise Sectional\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/153039-Adelle-Amber-Bumper-Sectional---Left-Bumper---116%22?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33998\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Adelle-Bumper-Sectional-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Adelle bumper sectional with velvet upholstery\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Adelle Bumper Sectional\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">Sofa Styles: Cushion Shape\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34267\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/CushionTypes_Knife-Edge-Cushion.jpg\" alt=\"knife edge cushion on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Knife Edge: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A simple cushion with two pieces of fabric sewn together at the edges, creating a clean, crisp seam.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34265\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/CushionTypes_Box-Cushion.jpg\" alt=\"box cushion style on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Box Cushion: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cushion with side panels that give it defined edges and a structured, tailored look.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34266\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/CushionTypes_Bullnose-Cushion.jpg\" alt=\"bullnose cushion style on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Bullnose Cushion: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cushion with a rounded front edge and no side panels for a softer, seamless appearance.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34269\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/CushionTypes_T-Cushion.jpg\" alt=\"t cushion style on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>T-Cushion: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cushion that extends outward in a “T” shape to wrap around the sofa arms, offering a snug fit and classic look.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/152737-Amelie-Cloud-Slipcovered-Sofa---92%22?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34242\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Amelie-Sofa-Kathy-Kuo-Showroom.jpg\" alt=\"A slipcovered white sofa with faux fur pillows on top and round stone coffee tables in front\" width=\"1220\" height=\"872\" />\u003C/a> Our exclusive Amelie sofa (click the image to shop!)\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">Sofa Styles: Design Accents\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34262\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/OtherDetails_Pleating.jpg\" alt=\"pleating on sofa arm\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Pleating: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric gathered into crisp, decorative folds creates a textured, charming look.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34261\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/OtherDetails_Piping.jpg\" alt=\"piping on upholstered sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Piping: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A thin, corded trim sewn along seams to outline and accentuate the silhouette.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34260\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/OtherDetails_Flange-Edge.jpg\" alt=\"flange edge on sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Flange:\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A flat, extended edge of fabric creates a relaxed border on cushions and pillows.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34259\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Nailhead-trim-on-velvet-sofa-arm.png\" alt=\"nailhead trim on velvet sofa arm\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Nailheads: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal studs applied along the upholstery edges add a decorative, traditional touch.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34255\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/TuftingTypes_Blind-Tufting.jpg\" alt=\"blind tufting on furniture\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Blind Tufting: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buttons are pulled deep into the upholstery for a classic, quilted look.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34256\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/TuftingTypes_Box-Tufting.jpg\" alt=\"box tufting on furniture\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Box Tufting: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Square or rectangular stitching in the upholstery creates a structured, grid-like design.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34258\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/TuftingTypes_Channel-Tufting.jpg\" alt=\"channel tufting on furniture\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Channel Tufting: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upholstery is stitched into parallel channels or ridges for a modern, linear effect.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-6\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-34257\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/TuftingTypes_Button-Tufting.jpg\" alt=\"button tufting on furniture\" width=\"500\" height=\"499\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cb>Button Tufting: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buttons secure the fabric into indents, adding visual depth and a timeless, decorative detail.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Kathy Kuo Studio\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\">\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need design help? \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/studio?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kathy Kuo Studio\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a full-service design firm working with clients in the United States and abroad. \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From warm, timeless interiors to serene outdoor retreats, our talented team of accredited designers creates spaces that feel like home, designed around how you live and what you love.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cem>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://kkhome.as.me/schedule.php?notembedded=1?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=upholstery-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cb>Schedule a free consultation\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cb>, call (888) 908-3486, or email studio@kathykuohome.com today to get started!\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Kathy-Kuo-Home-Upholstery-Design-scaled.jpg","Kathy Kuo sits on a green velvet sofa with turned wood legs in her New York City Design Showroom","Kathy Kuo Home","2026-02-04T10:00:48Z",[14,15,16],"Home","Living Room","Pro Tips from Kathy",[18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27],"custom upholstery","custom sofa","best sofa","upholstered furniture","sofa cushions","sofa construction","upholstery construction","tufting","sofa arms","sofa legs",[],[],{"title":31,"description":32,"keywords":33,"canonicalUrl":34,"noIndex":35},"Sofa Styles: A Glossary of Arm, Leg, and Cushion Types","An easy-to-follow glossary of sofa styles and upholstery design details, from arm type to leg type to cushion shape and more.","sofa styles","/blog/sofa-styles-arm-leg-cushion-types",false,[37,49,57],{"id":38,"slug":39,"title":40,"excerpt":41,"heroImageUrl":42,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":43,"categories":44},1068,"custom-cabinetry-kathy-kuo-home-unique-kitchens-baths","Custom Heirloom Cabinetry, Reimagined: Inside Our New Collaboration with Unique Kitchens & Baths","Introducing six European-inspired cabinet designs that are completely customizable.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Kathy-Kuo-Home-x-Unique-Kitchens-Baths-Bristol-Rolling-Fog-painted-kitchen-cabinetry.jpg","2026-05-07T10:00:38Z",[14,45,46,47,48],"The Designer's Handbook","Bedroom","The Trade Exclusive","Kitchen &amp; 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