Accidents happen. And when you have little ones running amok, the risk factor for spills, scratches, falls, and more can jump big time. But that doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice your personal style to make your home more amenable to your family — but it does mean you may want to choose your furniture carefully. Case in point: Kid-friendly sectionals offer an easy-to-clean, comfortable seating areas designed for family fun, without looking like they’re made for little ones alone.
Whether your home is buzzing with trailblazing toddlers, school age tykes with a penchant for craft supplies, or preteens who spend their time snacking on the sofa with friends, these designer-approved options are as durable as they are stylish — and many are customizable to your own specific preferences.
Looking for your perfect living room seating arrangement that the whole family can love (and jump on) for years to come? Consider one of these picks from Havenly lead designer Kelsey Fischer.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Lukas Corner Sectional
Afraid of stains? Allow this wine-colored sectional to free your mind of accidents. Not only is the color of its performance velvet upholstery forgiving of grape juice spills, it’s also easy to clean. The sofa’s low-to-the-ground structure also makes it particularly inviting to the littlest members of your family.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Alexander Corner Sectional
Dramatically sloped arms — paired with a high back — give this Interior Define sofa a classic, elegant appeal, with small details like neat piping and turned legs taking it up a notch. Its performance velvet upholstery, though, makes it an unassuming workhorse.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Ludlow Sectional
Its deep, reclined seat makes Maiden Home’s Ludlow Sectional especially comfy for family movie nights — but its tufted back and rounded edges lend it a polished look. Its low, sloped arms are pretty much designed to be perfect for napping. Perhaps best of all, its performance velvet is designed to be easy-to-clean.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Ms Chesterfield Sectional
There’s something especially playful about the quilt tufted back of this refreshing take on the Chesterfield sofa. Its mid-profile back prevents it from looking bulky, while its deep profile seats make it extra-inviting for the whole fam.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Winslow Sectional
No more fighting over the chaise: With Interior Define’s Winslow corner sectional, the whole family can lounge in peace. Although this piece is designed with comfort in mind, its minimalist design gives it a stylish edge.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Willow II Slipcovered Sectional
If stains are a particular concern to you, then a slipcovered sofa could be your best bet for keeping things neat and tidy. This option from Crate and Barrel has an inviting look, thanks to its elongated cushions and simple, classic design.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Modern Olive Sectional
Simplicity is the biggest selling point of this streamlined, minimalist sectional from The Inside. Well, that and its linen/poly blend upholstery that’s designed to be durable. Consider it a seating arrangement that will look fresh for time to come.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Skylar Slipcovered Sectional
Flame-edge cushions make this Interior Define sectional pretty hard to resist — and paired with a high, supportive back, it get a 10 out of 10 for comfort. Even better: Its performance antimicrobial chenille fabric stands the test of time and resists odors, so its both kid- and pet-friendly.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Jasper Corner Sectional
Streamlined, simple, and decidedly modern, Interior Define’s Jasper sectional has a deep profile, making it perfect for lounging — and you can even customize its cushion softness to make its already soft seats even softer. In a durable performance velvet, it’s a real showstopper.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Big Sur Roll Arm Sectional
The performance basketweave upholstery of this Pottery Barn sectional can stand up to pillow fights and playtime — even though its appearance doesn’t scream “kid-friendly.” Classic to a T, this sofa also features a reclined back that makes it perfect for sinking deeply into.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Tatum Modular Sectional
Talk about a sectional that will grow with you — and your family. The plush Tatum modular sofa can be rearranged for your space and your comfort. So if you need to move things around for playtime (or perhaps an impromptu dance party?), it’s easy to make your space work for you.
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Scarlett Left Bumper Sectional
For a truly timeless option, look no further than this modern-meets-classic sectional from Interior Define. It’s designed to suit a ride range of aesthetics — and to appeal to loungers of all ages. Its default cushion fill is made with multi-layer memory foam for optimal comfort (no fluffing required).
Kid-Friendly Sectional: The Bryant Semicircle Sectional
The unique semicircle shape of Joybird’s Bryant sectional makes it a unique and slightly retro option for a family room — consider it the contemporary conversation pit. But this piece isn’t all style; its overstuffed cushions make it ideal for lazy Sundays.
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