Lorenz four-seater sofa. - Credit: Aldiss Buying a new sofa is a crucial investment - it’s important that the one you choose matches your lifestyle and meets your needs. Victoria Jackson is the director of furniture buying at Aldiss, a well-established department store based in Norwich and Fakenham. In this handy guide, she shares everything you need to know to buy your ideal sofa. Alexander & James Bailey three-seater sofa. - Credit: Aldiss How do I choose a sofa? The obvious things to consider are your budget, your preferred style and how you are planning to use it. Victoria says: “Think about where you are going to put it – this is usually the living room, but you may be looking for a sofa bed for your spare room, a set of chairs for your conservatory, or even a sofa to use in your kitchen or snug.”