Sectional vs Modular Sofas: What's The Difference?

Figuring out what the difference is between a sectional and modular sofa can feel like a test you didn't study for. We’re breaking down the jargon to help you decide whether you need a sleek, permanent sofa layout or a flexible setup that evolves with your lifestyle.

What’s the difference between sectional and modular sofas?

What are the benefits of sectional sofas?

• Navigates the "tight squeeze": If you’ve ever lived through the trauma of wedging a three-seater through a tiny corridor, you’ll love this. It arrives in manageable chunks, making delivery day a breeze instead of a workout.
  
  

• Instant conversation zones: The L and U shapes do the hard work for you by forcing your friends into a "conversation pit." It’s instant intimacy that separate chairs just can't replicate.
  
  

• Maximises corner real estate: It turns that awkward, dusty corner into the most fought-over real estate in the house. More lounging, less wasted space.
  
  

• Unified aesthetic: Because it's a single, cohesive system, it keeps your room looking polished and "architectural" rather than cluttered with mismatched legs and frames.

What are the benefits of modular sofas?

• Effortless delivery: Because they come in individual blocks, modular sofas can easily fit through narrow corridors and small elevators.
  
  

• Hack your weird layout: Got a curved wall or a sharp, awkward nook? Use individual modules to fill the space by creating a cosy reading nook or a stylish seating area in the entryway.
  
  

• Scale up (or down) on demand: If you move to a bigger place, add another module to scale up the seating. Scale down by removing sections when you need floor space. 
  
  

• Flex your creative muscles: Whether you’re hosting a movie marathon (push them all together into a giant pit) or a cocktail party (split them up into separate islands), a modular sofa lets you play interior designer whenever the mood strikes.

Which sofa are you taking home?

The showdown between a sectional vs a modular sofa comes down to your lifestyle, your floor plan, and how often you get the urge to move things around. 

Choose a sectional if:

• You want a polished, permanent layout
  
  

• You prefer one cohesive aesthetic
  
  

• You have your floor plan figured out
  
  

• You value that instant conversation pit effect

Choose a modular if:

• You rent or move frequently
  
  

• You love rearranging your space
  
  

• You host parties with varying guest counts
  
  

• You want furniture that evolves with your lifestyle

At the end of the day, it's about investing in a piece that actually stands up to the messy, cosy reality of your daily life.

Frequently asked questions about sectional and modular sofas

Can you have a sectional sofa in a small living room?

Yes. In fact, a sectional can make a small space work harder for you.

How to make it work:

• Choose a sectional chaise for compact layouts
  
  

• Use it as a "soft wall" to zone open-plan spaces
  
  

• Go big with one generous piece instead of multiple small chairs
  
  

• Keep supporting furniture minimal and leggy

The counterintuitive truth: One oversized sectional often feels less cramped than a bunch of small, leggy chairs cluttering your floor plan.

How do you keep a modular couch together?

Even though they arrive in separate blocks, our modular pieces are designed to be a team. They come with heavy-duty clips that snap the sections together securely, so your "nap pit" stays as one solid, blissful island of sleep.

Is modular furniture durable?

Absolutely. Just like any high-end piece, what determines the lifespan of a modular sofa is the quality of the craftsmanship. We’re talking robust frames that can handle being moved around, performance fabrics that shrug off daily wear, and connectors that don't get "tired" after a few reconfigurations.