The Sofa Buying Guide Built for American Homes
Seat depth, frame quality, fabric codes, and delivery realities—everything that matters before you click buy.
By Maya Chen
Premium Furniture Insights & TrendsDesigning the modern US home.
Editor-in-Chief
Austin, TX
Maya spent a decade buying seating and case goods for national retailers before founding Kotro Home’s editorial voice. She believes great furniture should survive moving day, pets, and kids—and still look intentional. Based in Austin, she writes about materials science for shoppers, sofa longevity, and the quiet details that separate a $400 piece from a $4,000 one.
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