Claire Psilides, English, husband George, Greek Cypriot Welsh, and Freddie

We had two old IKEA sofas that needed replacing. They’d travelled with us for the last few postings and were looking tired. I wanted quality that would last forever, so I was looking for a sofa that would wear and crease and grow old beautifully with us!

I had always wanted a Chesterfield, and my husband had fallen in love with the chairs in our local pub, so when we found out they were available at Locus Habitat, it was fate. We purchased a threeseater chocolate Chesterfield sofa and two metal airplane chairs with leather seats. We all love the sofa – it’s big enough for us all and is so deep and comfy. I love the way it fits into the house – it has a strong personality but isn’t overwhelming.

The chairs have real character – George loves one of them in particular and can be found there most evenings when the kids are tucked up. We’re glad we saved, researched and invested in these beautiful pieces.

I always do my homework before buying something, as I’m really careful about the supply chain, the environment and workers’ rights, and I like supporting local businesses that are a bit unusual. I believe it’s important to check the supply chain of your purchases. Another tip: aim to buy something high quality that will last; don’t go for a fad. Comfort is a priority, too, especially in a sofa. Locus Habitat #01-06 Midview City 18 Sin Ming Lane 6684 1685 | locushabitat.com