There are a range of styles and designs to choose from, with contemporary and classic bean bags on the market. Pick a larger version if you plan on sprawling yourself out or sharing the piece; the classic round version can be found enlarged, or, if you’re looking to get something along the lines of a bean bag-come-sofa, you can find many in all sorts of shades and fabrics.

The smaller bean bags are very suitable for children or teenagers as they are can be transported from corner to corner, room to room, with ease. Again, you can pick from the classic tear drop shape all the way through to round, flattened pieces, as well as large squares, depending on what look and how much space is on offer.

Designers have come quickly off the mark to remake and remould the classic version, with an array of fabrics and textures to suit all needs of the consumer. You can pick between softer, homely fabrics, such as cotton, fleece and mohair or revamp your home in style with contemporary textures, such as tweed and leather, to make a statement. If you would like to inject a bit of zen into your home, why not invest in a square or rectangular-shaped piece?

Perfect if you want to sit upright, lean them against a wall and create a make-shift sofa or meditate on something comfier than the typical yoga mat. Novelty shapes in the bean bag world are also available, with vegetables, animals and lips playing a part in creating a relaxed, fun and bold atmosphere in your home. Bright colours will give your room a fresh feel, adding a bit of zing; pastels and muted tones will help you blend your bean bag into your room, without making it the focal point. Children love them as they are comfy and playful, yet it’s clear that these are also good reasons for adults to invest in some too! You can easily store them away or have them in full display, depending on size and style of your home.

Be original with new styles

Animal prints will go well with bamboo and light green shades, whereas you can invest a bit of Nordic chic with a (faux) fur version of the furnishing in your home. Get your child’s favourite sheet print in a bean bag version to match his or her sleepwear or go for something a little more country-home, with gingham prints and stripes. Fabrics such as leather and woven cotton give an instant lift to old furnishings, helping you reinvent your room without splashing out on a whole new look. But why stop at people, when bean bags can make the ideal nest for your pets, too! Choose from a range of fabrics and sizes to make your domestic animals feel right at home. Perfect if you want to give them their own space, in comfort. A great way to cross over from retro to modern household furniture, the bean bag is here to stay.