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Custom Furniture Education

Quick answer: A made to order sofa is built to your chosen size, shape, depth, cushion fill and fabric after you order it. Candace & Basil builds bespoke sofas, custom sectionals and modular sofas in-house with kiln-dried hardwood frames, high-density foam and a non-sag suspension. You can design yours at our Miami showroom at 2334 NE 2nd Ave or online.

Key takeaways

  • Custom couches are built to your room's dimensions, not a catalogue size.
  • Choose the configuration: sofa, L-shape, U-shape, chaise or modular.
  • Pick seat depth and cushion fill for how you actually sit.
  • Frames are bench-made with kiln-dried hardwood and non-sag suspension.
  • Try the Nimbus, Isla, Stanton and Sardinia series in person in Miami.

Why choose a bespoke sofa over a store-bought one?

Most store sofas come in two or three lengths and one depth. Miami living rooms don't. Between open-plan condos, wraparound windows and big family homes, a custom couch lets you build exactly the length, depth and shape your space needs. It's made with materials you choose, not whatever was cheapest to ship. See our full comparison: custom sofas vs store-bought sofas.

How do you design a made to order sofa? (5 steps)

  1. Measure the room and the way in. Note wall lengths, window positions, and the width of your doorways, elevator and hallways.
  2. Choose the shape. A sofa, loveseat, L-shaped or U-shaped sectional, chaise, or a modular sofa you can rearrange.
  3. Set the comfort. Pick seat depth (deeper for lounging, standard for upright sitting) and cushion fill.
  4. Pick the fabric. Performance fabric for kids, pets and humidity, or linen, velvet or leather for a softer look.
  5. Confirm and build. Our team checks every dimension, then your sofa is bench-made to order.

Which sectional series should you look at?

Series What it offers
Nimbus Modular seating. The Nimbus Modular Sectional & Ottomans can be reconfigured as your space changes.
Isla, Stanton II, Stanton and Sardinia Made to order sofas and sectionals in multiple sizes and configurations. Compare them side by side in our Miami showroom.

Not sure which to choose? Read Isla vs Nimbus vs Stanton compared.

Is a custom modular sofa worth it?

A custom modular sofa is built from separate sections that join together. It's worth it if you move often, have a tricky elevator or stairwell, or want to switch between an L-shape and a U-shape. Each module goes through doorways easily, and you can add pieces later. Learn more in when modular sofas are the right choice.

How is a Candace & Basil sofa built?

Every sofa and sectional is bench-made in-house by one team from start to finish, with a kiln-dried hardwood frame, high-density foam and a non-sag suspension system. We've helped furnish more than 35,000 homes. Browse custom sofas & sectionals, sectionals or sofas & loveseats.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I get a custom couch made in Miami?

Candace & Basil builds custom couches, sofas and sectionals to order and sells them through its Miami showroom at 2334 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137, with delivery across Miami and the contiguous USA.

What is a bespoke sectional?

A bespoke sectional is a sectional sofa designed and built to your specifications, including size, configuration, seat depth, cushion fill and fabric.

How long does a made to order sofa take?

Timelines depend on the design and fabric. We confirm your delivery timeline before you place your order.

What is the difference between a sectional and a modular sofa?

A sectional is a large, multi-piece sofa in a fixed shape such as an L or U. A modular sofa is made of independent modules you can rearrange or add to.

Can I see and sit on custom sofas before ordering?

Yes. Visit the Candace & Basil Miami showroom at 2334 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137, open Monday to Friday 11am to 6pm and weekends 11am to 5pm, to sit on the sofas and handle fabric samples.

Visit Candace & Basil in Miami

The best way to choose custom furniture is in person. Visit our showroom at 2334 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137 (Monday to Friday 11am–6pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am–5pm) or call 1-800-961-1789. Plan your showroom visit.

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