I have a very narrow living room area, and furniture in this place typically takes over the whole room. This couch is the perfect size, and my whole family loves it. It is firm, and I read previous reviews that said the same thing... I was nervous, but the firmness is actually nice. I will say, the two footstool or chase extensions, whatever you wanna call them, move a lot. My dog recently broke her leg, so shes been on the couch continuously, and those moving really scare her, but the corners of the couch are her favorite now, and mine too! So cozy, really really happy with our purchase. So excited for my whole family to cuddle on the couch during the holiday season!