Australians are refreshing living rooms with pieces that feel good to touch and easy on the eye. The chaise lounge continues to hold its ground because it suits relaxed, indoor–outdoor lifestyles and small-space apartments alike. If you’re weighing up fabric options or wondering which colour palette will stay the distance, this guide should help you make a choice. The colour mood: warm, grounded, and calming Recent trends these days point to a softer, more cocooning spectrum

Sydney-siders spend plenty of time curled up on a lounge, whether that’s watching an NRL grand final or catching the sea breeze drifting...