A comfortable sofa is an obvious must have, but so is a perfect lounge chair. Not only is extra seating ideal for having company, but it also levels up your home's decor to make it feel more cozy and inviting. If you're looking to refresh your space and round out your seating area, there's no better time to invest in a lounge chair made with comfort in mind.

To help you find the perfect lounge chair for your apartment or house, we enlisted the help of design expert Anita Yokota . She emphasizes the importance of incorporating wellness throughout the home. Yokota gave us the inside scoop on what to prioritize and look for in finding the best lounge chair for your space.

What Is a Lounge Chair? If you're wondering if there's a difference between an accent chair or a lounge chair and when you should choose one over the other, here are the need-to-know details: "Lounge chairs got their name from their often leaned-back posture and padded features, including a wider seat," Yokota says. By design, they're meant to be comfortable — a place you could sit and relax." On the other hand, accent chairs are generally more decorative with a straight back or narrow seat.

They're meant to be a spot to sit and talk or balance a space," she explains. What to Look For in a Lounge Chair Yokota looks for durability, softness, seat quality, and seat depth when shopping for lounge chairs. "Quality foam and a high-performance fabric are important," she says.

"Our lounge chairs end up getting far m.