Location, location

Before you begin shopping, decide where in your home your new purchase is going to go, and be clear on how it will be used. “A chair for a parents’ retreat is best when it’s comfortable,” explains interior designer Joy Simonsen. “In the living room, you can be more adventurous as the chair can become a centrepiece in terms of fabric, style, size and colour.” Establishing your requirements will help refine your choices and make shopping easier.