Rolled arms are one of the most common and traditional sofa/armchair design elements. And rightfully so. Rolled arms soften the edges a bit and warms up what would otherwise be hard, straight and featureless lines.
The 9836 Series Love Seat by Homelegance (pictured to the left) has rolled arms that are accentuated with nail-head trim, which commands attention and is easily the focal point of this furniture collection.
Upholstered in sensuous chenille, this posh collection has a casual club style that is easy to accent and even easier to design around.
A great attribute of rolled arms is that they are as versatile as they are a design staple. Rolled arms can appear to roll from the back of the sofa forward, as opposed to the traditional application of being ‘rolled’ to the side. They can also be as elaborate as the ones pictured or as subdued as your tastes prefer.
The Delaney Sofa Collection by Klaussner is an example of how a standout feature like rolled arms can be subtly incorporated into the construction of furniture.
This collection features rolled arms that are muted in comparison to the 9836 Series by Homelegance. However, the size of the arms in comparison to the rest of the furniture frames the collection and keeps everything in balance. The [subdued nature] (encourages) you to take in the collection as a whole in lieu of focusing on individual elements.
Unlike many furniture design elements which favor one over the other, rolled arms can bridge the gap between traditional and more contemporary furniture.