17 Small Accent Chairs That Bring Big Comfort to Cramped Living Rooms

This West Elm accent chair has a timeless mid-century modern design. The armrests have sleek, turned ends that complement the low-profile seat perfectly. It comes in four wood frame finishes and 18 upholstery options, too.

This IKEA chair has major retro appeal and is small-space-approved. It has plush button-tufted cushions and a smooth swivel. Plus, it comes in four colors, including statement-making green and orange.

This sleek, cozy accent chair has a slingback design that’s made for lounging. It’s the perfect spot to kick back, dive into a good book, and recharge for whatever’s next. The cushion cover is removable, making maintenance easy. Plus, with all that comfy padding, this chair’s bound to become your new favorite hangout spot.

Not all recliners have to look like your dad’s La-Z-Boy. This Wayfair recliner screams farmhouse chic, with striped linen upholstery and turned legs. With an adjustable footrest and manual push-back design, it’s the perfect way to lounge in style.

The only problem with Pottery Barn's Pacific sleeper armchair is determining which style to choose as there's a range of colors, prints, and even textures. Maybe you're more basketweave or boucle or you want a fun velvet moment. Regardless of which option you choose, the sleeper has three reclining positions and is similar in size to a twin bed.

It’s not easy to find a piece of furniture that goes with everything, but Drew Barrymore’s swivel accent chair works with any interior decor style. With its deep seat and plush pillows, it's pretty impressive for the size. Its bouclé fabric gives it a high-end look — and the sage green color is on sale, too!

We love a double and triple threat in terms of furniture. Featuring a trendy mid-century modern design, this convertible chair is great because you can use it as a chair, chaise, or flat bed. Oh, the possibilities!

The sleek Carmine chair packs a lot of charm and only takes up a small space in your office or bedroom. There are the tufted details on the seat and arms, as well as the tapered legs that create such a classic feel. Also, it comes in a whopping 30 color ways, so there's a look for every taste.

The Cammy armchair measures just under 30 inches wide, but the rounded corners and tapered metal legs add major style points to any room. The colors, which include an earthy green and a warm mustard, are surprisingly quite neutral, yet still add some color and texture to your decor. Also, the small cushion provides great lumbar support.

Vying for velvet? The Hendrix Upholstered Barrel Chair is just what your space needs. Coming in a mix of neutral and jewel-toned hues, this seat features scalloped edges, vertical tufting, and gold legs that'll instantly add a touch of glamour to your home.

A leather chair, like the Aichele Vegan Leather Wingback Chair, is a great pick if you’re looking for something that’ll warm up your space. Wrapped in faux leather, this wingback beauty is eye-catching, thanks to its biscuit tufting and two neutral color options: a warm chestnut brown and cool gray.

West Elm’s Penn Chair exudes sophistication, doesn’t it? Shopping writer Haley even describes it as "the perfect spot to throw on a blanket and enjoy a cup of coffee" in her glowing review. With thick cushions and high arms for comfort, a luxuriously soft velvet finish, and sleek, bold metal legs, this chair is both inviting and stylish — a must-have for any reading nook or living room.

There’s no denying that Article’s Lento lounge chair is an absolute stunner. Its solid wood frame has a classic mid-century modern look with a walnut finish and leather accents. The backrest and seats are also padded, so it's not just stylish but also comfortable.

An accent chair paired with an ottoman is the perfect way to kick your feet up and get cozy in style, but not all of these combos can fit into small spaces. Wayfair’s barrel chair comes with a storage ottoman that fits neatly underneath it, making it easy to pull out and use or push back in to save space.

Cozey’s Vela lounge chair has an armless silhouette with hints of mid-century modern and Scandinavian design. It’s an eye-catching piece of furniture, and the best part? It’s actually small space friendly. AT Shopping Writer Alexa tested it out first-hand and said it “​​doesn’t eat up a ton of floor space, yet it doesn’t make me feel like I’m sacrificing comfort, either. It has a surprisingly deep seat and an angled back that offers the ideal level of loungeable recline.”

The Viv swivel chair is one of our favorite West Elm accent chairs that also happens to be a great fit for small spaces, like a bedroom or a small living room. Its barrel design is super cozy, and its 360-degree swivel makes it so convenient. Available in over 80 colors and different fabrics, you can get this timeless beauty in everything from performance-ready linen to ultra-soft velvet.