The Once-Popular Furniture Trend That's Making Your Living Room Look Dated

In the design world, decor trends are always shifting. Thanks to platforms like TikTok, they come and go much quicker, so while it might be tempting to follow the latest design styles, your love of home decor trends might actually be making your home more outdated. Not to mention, choosing to adopt certain fads can get pretty expensive. That's the case with plush, oversized cloud sofas, which some design experts are convinced are on the outs and are making your living room look dated. What was once revered for its sculptural silhouette and luxurious and modern feel is now seen as bulky and overpowering, especially in smaller living rooms, and because of its mass popularity, it's also aging your home.

Although the many pros of this type of furniture — with its cloud-like comfort and modular design — it's also bulky and can even look messy. Katie McPherson, associate principal at New York-based interior design firm Meyer Davis, says that we're shifting away from oversized furniture. In an interview with Martha Stewart, she explains, "Furniture is becoming lighter. Instead of grand pieces, we're gravitating toward more sculptural forms. Of course, comfort remains essential, but pieces don't necessarily need to dominate a room to feel inviting." And like many viral home decor trends that become saturated due to their virality, this short-lived furniture trend likely won't be as common in homes in the new year.

There's no question as to why the original Cloud Sofa has become a staple in the homes of celebrities. The modular couch is modern, luxurious, and incredibly comfortable. But if you want to avoid aging your living room with this bulky design, you might want to consider other options. Compact modular couches, such as this Modmax 2-piece Fabric Loveseat by Next-Gen Nuvella, are sleek and modern, and they also fit well in smaller spaces. The Kova Sofa by Albany Park is also a great choice for a deep sofa with a soft microfiber fill that has a similar silhouette but is less bulky than other oversized options.

Instead of splurging on an oversized sofa, it might also be worth it to snag other statement pieces, such as a sculptural coffee table, end tables, or a loveseat. Pairing a classic sofa with a pronounced coffee table can make the space look refined and give it a luxe vibe. Additionally, you can make a living room feel more elegant with coffee table styling hacks, such as displaying books and topping them with a large geode or crystal.