Essentials for a Relaxing Space: 'Silence' and 'Sofa' Rank High. What Do People Want to Change to Achieve Their Ideal Living Room?
A survey by NEXER Co., Ltd. and TRES THE SOFA TAILOR reveals that 'silence' and a 'sofa' are the top essential elements for a relaxing home space. Over 40% of respondents are dissatisfied with their current living rooms, with 'reducing and tidying up items' being the most desired improvement. The findings emphasize the importance of factors contributing to physical and mental relaxation, despite budget and space constraints affecting desired changes.
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■Survey on Ideal Living Rooms and Relaxing Spaces
The living room at home is a precious place to unwind from the day's fatigue and spend quality time with family or oneself.
However, how many people are actually satisfied with their own living rooms?
While the essential elements for a relaxing space vary from person to person, there must be common desires shared by many.
Therefore, in collaboration with TRES THE SOFA TAILOR, we conducted a survey targeting 500 men and women nationwide on the "Ideal Living Room and Relaxing Space."
※When quoting the contents of this press release, please take the following actions:
・Specify that the source is "A survey by NEXER Co., Ltd. and TRES THE SOFA TAILOR."
・Include a link to TRES THE SOFA TAILOR (https://tres-sofa.jp/)
"Survey on Ideal Living Rooms and Relaxing Spaces" Overview
Survey Method: Online questionnaire
Survey Period: April 1, 2026 - April 6, 2026
Respondents: Men and women nationwide
Valid Responses: 500 samples
Questions:
Question 1: What are the essential elements for a "relaxing space" for you?
Question 2: Please tell us the reason.
Question 3: Is your current living room at home an ideal relaxing space?
Question 4: Please tell us why you feel that way.
Question 5: What points would you particularly like to change or improve to get closer to your ideal?
Question 6: Please tell us the reason.
Question 7: If there were no budget or restrictions, how would you be particular about your living room furniture and items?
※As a rule, numbers are rounded to one decimal place, so the total may not always be 100%.
■21.8% Respond That "Silence" is an Essential Element for a Relaxing Space
First, we asked about the essential elements for a relaxing space.
The most common response was "Silence" at 21.8%.
This was followed by "Sofa" at 20.4%, and "Comfortable temperature and air conditioning" at 13.6%.
We asked for the reasons behind each response, and here are some of them:
Those who answered "Silence"
・Because noise is distracting. (20s, Male)
・Because I can't relax if the environment isn't quiet, as I'm sensitive to sound. (30s, Female)
・Because sound is important for mental stability. (30s, Male)
Those who answered "Sofa"
・Because I can sit or lie down on it. (20s, Male)
・Because I like to slump on the sofa, read books, or play games. (30s, Female)
・Because reading a book on the sofa is a blissful time. (40s, Female)
Those who answered "Comfortable temperature and air conditioning"
・Because comfort changes depending on the temperature and whether the air is dry, no matter how much I have my favorite things or scents. (20s, Female)
・Because an inappropriate temperature or humidity makes me feel unwell. (20s, Female)
・Because without a comfortable and appropriate temperature, it feels painful. (30s, Female)
Silence, comfortable temperatures, and relaxing furniture like sofas are indispensable for relaxation. Even if the points people value differ, the common goal is to "release physical and mental tension."
■57.4% Respond That Their Current Living Room "Is" an Ideal Relaxing Space
Next, we asked whether their current living room at home has become an ideal relaxing space.
The results showed that 10.6% said "Definitely is" and 46.8% said "To some extent is," totaling 57.4% of people who are somewhat satisfied with their current living room.
On the other hand, 28.2% said "Not really" and 14.4% said "Not at all," indicating that over 40% of people feel a gap between their ideal and reality.
We also asked for the reasons behind these feelings, and here are some of them:
Reasons for answering "Is"
・Because it has a comfortable temperature and sufficient space. (30s, Female)
・Because it's surrounded by things I like. (30s, Female)
・I have a sofa large enough to lie down on. (40s, Female)
Reasons for answering "Is not"
・There is no living room in the first place; it's a dining room, so it's cramped and stressful just to pass through due to the table and other items. (20s, Female)
・I have floor chairs, but no sofa, so I don't feel it's a space to my liking. (30s, Female)
・The size of the furniture and TV doesn't fit, creating a strong sense of oppression. (40s, Female)
Looking at the voices of those who answered "Is," having their favorite items, sufficient space, and comfortable temperatures lead to satisfaction.
Among those who answered "Is not," cases of struggling with crampedness, an abundance of items, and the balance between furniture size and room were prominent. Since it's difficult to easily change the size of the living room, the challenge seems to be how to ensure comfort within a limited space.
■23.0% Respond That They Want to "Reduce and Tidy Up Items" to Get Closer to Their Ideal
Next, we asked those who answered that their current living room is not an ideal relaxing space what points they particularly want to change or improve.
While "Nothing in particular" was the most common response at 28.6%, "Reduce and tidy up items" was the top specific improvement measure at 23.0%.
This was followed by "Replacing furniture such as sofas" at 9.9%, and "Increasing storage" and "Improving air conditioning/temperature environment" both at 5.6%.
We asked for the reasons behind each response, and here are some of them:
Those who answered "Nothing in particular"
・Because I can't afford it. (20s, Female)
・Because the room is small, there's nothing I can do. (40s, Male)
・I plan to move in a few years, so I'll just put up with it for now to save money. (40s, Female)
Those who answered "Reduce and tidy up items"
・Because it's overflowing with my mother's belongings, and it makes me uncomfortable. (20s, Female)
・Because if there are too many things, my mind isn't stable. (30s, Male)
・Because a neat space allows me to use the area more widely. (40s, Female)
Those who answered "Replacing furniture such as sofas"
・Because a sofa makes the room feel more proper. (40s, Female)
・I want to get comfortable ones. (40s, Male)
・I want to change to something I can sit on more comfortably. (40s, Female)
For those who answered "Nothing in particular," it's not that they lack the desire to improve, but rather that budget and living environment constraints make it clear they "cannot change even if they want to." Many people feel a gap between their ideal and reality but are unable to take action.
Those who answered "I want to reduce items" seem to be seeking not only a cosmetic solution but also mental tranquility. Also, those who answered "Replacing furniture such as sofas" show high interest in sofas and dissatisfaction with the comfort of their current furniture.
■Many People Want to Be Particular About Furniture "Materials," "Design," and "Sense of Unity" if There Were No Budget or Restrictions
Finally, we asked how people would be particular about their living room furniture and items if there were no budget or restrictions.
If there were no budget or restrictions, how would you be particular about your living room furniture and items?
・I want furniture with a white base. (20s, Female)
・I want to surround myself with things I like, such as buying lamps or desks with my favorite animal designs. (20s, Female)
・I want to have a large sofa that I can lie down on, so I can relax whenever I want. (30s, Female)
・I want to reduce items and furnish with high-quality interior items. (30s, Female)
・I want to use high-quality wooden interior. (30s, Female)
・I want to change to a comfortable sofa. (40s, Male)
Looking at the free responses, three main trends emerged: "unifying colors and tastes," "being particular about sofas," and "reducing items to make it neat." Each seems to value "comfort."
■Summary
This survey revealed that "silence" and "sofa" were the top essential elements for a relaxing space, indicating that factors directly related to physical and mental relaxation are highly valued.
Additionally, over 40% of people are dissatisfied with their current living room, and "reducing and tidying up items" was cited as a key point they want to change or improve.
Large furniture items are expensive and have a long-term impact on living spaces.
Identifying the essential elements for oneself and gradually moving closer to the ideal, starting with what's readily accessible, may lead to the creation of a highly satisfying space.
＜For use in articles, etc.＞
・Specify that the source is "A survey by NEXER Co., Ltd. and TRES THE SOFA TAILOR."
・Include a link to TRES THE SOFA TAILOR (https://tres-sofa.jp/)
【About TRES THE SOFA TAILOR】
Address: RUELLE Aoyama C-Wing 1F-B1, 4-21-26 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062 (Aoyama Store)
TEL: 03-6447-5244
Business Hours: 11:00 - 19:00
Closed: Wednesdays
Address: Proud Kyoto Fuyacho Oike 1F, 268-1 Nakashirahakusan-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8094 (Kyoto Store)
TEL: 075-231-3511
Business Hours: 11:00 - 19:00
Closed: Wednesdays
Address: 1-37-1 San'no, Nonoichi City, Ishikawa 921-8825 (Kanazawa Store)
TEL: 076-259-5702
Business Hours: 11:00 - 18:30
Closed: Wednesdays
【About NEXER Co., Ltd.】
Head Office: Rise Arena Building 11F, 4-5-2 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-0013
Representative Director: Yuya Miyata
URL: https://www.nexer.co.jp
Business Activities: Internet research, SEO, web branding, review content, real shop support, website creation.
The living room at home is a precious place to unwind from the day's fatigue and spend quality time with family or oneself.
However, how many people are actually satisfied with their own living rooms?
While the essential elements for a relaxing space vary from person to person, there must be common desires shared by many.
Therefore, in collaboration with TRES THE SOFA TAILOR, we conducted a survey targeting 500 men and women nationwide on the "Ideal Living Room and Relaxing Space."
※When quoting the contents of this press release, please take the following actions:
・Specify that the source is "A survey by NEXER Co., Ltd. and TRES THE SOFA TAILOR."
・Include a link to TRES THE SOFA TAILOR (https://tres-sofa.jp/)
"Survey on Ideal Living Rooms and Relaxing Spaces" Overview
Survey Method: Online questionnaire
Survey Period: April 1, 2026 - April 6, 2026
Respondents: Men and women nationwide
Valid Responses: 500 samples
Questions:
Question 1: What are the essential elements for a "relaxing space" for you?
Question 2: Please tell us the reason.
Question 3: Is your current living room at home an ideal relaxing space?
Question 4: Please tell us why you feel that way.
Question 5: What points would you particularly like to change or improve to get closer to your ideal?
Question 6: Please tell us the reason.
Question 7: If there were no budget or restrictions, how would you be particular about your living room furniture and items?
※As a rule, numbers are rounded to one decimal place, so the total may not always be 100%.
■21.8% Respond That "Silence" is an Essential Element for a Relaxing Space
First, we asked about the essential elements for a relaxing space.
The most common response was "Silence" at 21.8%.
This was followed by "Sofa" at 20.4%, and "Comfortable temperature and air conditioning" at 13.6%.
We asked for the reasons behind each response, and here are some of them:
Those who answered "Silence"
・Because noise is distracting. (20s, Male)
・Because I can't relax if the environment isn't quiet, as I'm sensitive to sound. (30s, Female)
・Because sound is important for mental stability. (30s, Male)
Those who answered "Sofa"
・Because I can sit or lie down on it. (20s, Male)
・Because I like to slump on the sofa, read books, or play games. (30s, Female)
・Because reading a book on the sofa is a blissful time. (40s, Female)
Those who answered "Comfortable temperature and air conditioning"
・Because comfort changes depending on the temperature and whether the air is dry, no matter how much I have my favorite things or scents. (20s, Female)
・Because an inappropriate temperature or humidity makes me feel unwell. (20s, Female)
・Because without a comfortable and appropriate temperature, it feels painful. (30s, Female)
Silence, comfortable temperatures, and relaxing furniture like sofas are indispensable for relaxation. Even if the points people value differ, the common goal is to "release physical and mental tension."
■57.4% Respond That Their Current Living Room "Is" an Ideal Relaxing Space
Next, we asked whether their current living room at home has become an ideal relaxing space.
The results showed that 10.6% said "Definitely is" and 46.8% said "To some extent is," totaling 57.4% of people who are somewhat satisfied with their current living room.
On the other hand, 28.2% said "Not really" and 14.4% said "Not at all," indicating that over 40% of people feel a gap between their ideal and reality.
We also asked for the reasons behind these feelings, and here are some of them:
Reasons for answering "Is"
・Because it has a comfortable temperature and sufficient space. (30s, Female)
・Because it's surrounded by things I like. (30s, Female)
・I have a sofa large enough to lie down on. (40s, Female)
Reasons for answering "Is not"
・There is no living room in the first place; it's a dining room, so it's cramped and stressful just to pass through due to the table and other items. (20s, Female)
・I have floor chairs, but no sofa, so I don't feel it's a space to my liking. (30s, Female)
・The size of the furniture and TV doesn't fit, creating a strong sense of oppression. (40s, Female)
Looking at the voices of those who answered "Is," having their favorite items, sufficient space, and comfortable temperatures lead to satisfaction.
Among those who answered "Is not," cases of struggling with crampedness, an abundance of items, and the balance between furniture size and room were prominent. Since it's difficult to easily change the size of the living room, the challenge seems to be how to ensure comfort within a limited space.
■23.0% Respond That They Want to "Reduce and Tidy Up Items" to Get Closer to Their Ideal
Next, we asked those who answered that their current living room is not an ideal relaxing space what points they particularly want to change or improve.
While "Nothing in particular" was the most common response at 28.6%, "Reduce and tidy up items" was the top specific improvement measure at 23.0%.
This was followed by "Replacing furniture such as sofas" at 9.9%, and "Increasing storage" and "Improving air conditioning/temperature environment" both at 5.6%.
We asked for the reasons behind each response, and here are some of them:
Those who answered "Nothing in particular"
・Because I can't afford it. (20s, Female)
・Because the room is small, there's nothing I can do. (40s, Male)
・I plan to move in a few years, so I'll just put up with it for now to save money. (40s, Female)
Those who answered "Reduce and tidy up items"
・Because it's overflowing with my mother's belongings, and it makes me uncomfortable. (20s, Female)
・Because if there are too many things, my mind isn't stable. (30s, Male)
・Because a neat space allows me to use the area more widely. (40s, Female)
Those who answered "Replacing furniture such as sofas"
・Because a sofa makes the room feel more proper. (40s, Female)
・I want to get comfortable ones. (40s, Male)
・I want to change to something I can sit on more comfortably. (40s, Female)
For those who answered "Nothing in particular," it's not that they lack the desire to improve, but rather that budget and living environment constraints make it clear they "cannot change even if they want to." Many people feel a gap between their ideal and reality but are unable to take action.
Those who answered "I want to reduce items" seem to be seeking not only a cosmetic solution but also mental tranquility. Also, those who answered "Replacing furniture such as sofas" show high interest in sofas and dissatisfaction with the comfort of their current furniture.
■Many People Want to Be Particular About Furniture "Materials," "Design," and "Sense of Unity" if There Were No Budget or Restrictions
Finally, we asked how people would be particular about their living room furniture and items if there were no budget or restrictions.
If there were no budget or restrictions, how would you be particular about your living room furniture and items?
・I want furniture with a white base. (20s, Female)
・I want to surround myself with things I like, such as buying lamps or desks with my favorite animal designs. (20s, Female)
・I want to have a large sofa that I can lie down on, so I can relax whenever I want. (30s, Female)
・I want to reduce items and furnish with high-quality interior items. (30s, Female)
・I want to use high-quality wooden interior. (30s, Female)
・I want to change to a comfortable sofa. (40s, Male)
Looking at the free responses, three main trends emerged: "unifying colors and tastes," "being particular about sofas," and "reducing items to make it neat." Each seems to value "comfort."
■Summary
This survey revealed that "silence" and "sofa" were the top essential elements for a relaxing space, indicating that factors directly related to physical and mental relaxation are highly valued.
Additionally, over 40% of people are dissatisfied with their current living room, and "reducing and tidying up items" was cited as a key point they want to change or improve.
Large furniture items are expensive and have a long-term impact on living spaces.
Identifying the essential elements for oneself and gradually moving closer to the ideal, starting with what's readily accessible, may lead to the creation of a highly satisfying space.
＜For use in articles, etc.＞
・Specify that the source is "A survey by NEXER Co., Ltd. and TRES THE SOFA TAILOR."
・Include a link to TRES THE SOFA TAILOR (https://tres-sofa.jp/)
【About TRES THE SOFA TAILOR】
Address: RUELLE Aoyama C-Wing 1F-B1, 4-21-26 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062 (Aoyama Store)
TEL: 03-6447-5244
Business Hours: 11:00 - 19:00
Closed: Wednesdays
Address: Proud Kyoto Fuyacho Oike 1F, 268-1 Nakashirahakusan-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8094 (Kyoto Store)
TEL: 075-231-3511
Business Hours: 11:00 - 19:00
Closed: Wednesdays
Address: 1-37-1 San'no, Nonoichi City, Ishikawa 921-8825 (Kanazawa Store)
TEL: 076-259-5702
Business Hours: 11:00 - 18:30
Closed: Wednesdays
【About NEXER Co., Ltd.】
Head Office: Rise Arena Building 11F, 4-5-2 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-0013
Representative Director: Yuya Miyata
URL: https://www.nexer.co.jp
Business Activities: Internet research, SEO, web branding, review content, real shop support, website creation.