How to Style the Side Pocket Accessory for Your Sofa

By Danish Design Lighting & Furniture – UMAGE US | Published: 2026-10-24

Category: Tips & Care

Learn how to attach and arrange the UMAGE Side Pocket on your Lounge Around sofa for tidy magazine and newspaper storage. Simple steps for a clutter-free living space.

Quick answer

Attach the Side Pocket to your Lounge Around sofa using the pre-drilled holes on the back or sides, then arrange your magazines or newspapers for easy access.

Why the Side Pocket works with the Lounge Around sofa

The Side Pocket is designed specifically for the Lounge Around sofa and daybed, using the existing holes in the back and sides. You can place it exactly where you need it without tools or permanent modifications.

Because the holes double as ventilation and design features, leaving them empty when not in use is perfectly fine — the sofa looks intentional either way.

What to store in the Side Pocket

The pocket is sized for standard magazines, newspapers, and slim tablets. Avoid overstuffing it with thick books or heavy devices, as that can distort the fabric and pull on the attachment points over time.

For a cleaner look, store only one or two items per pocket. If you need more capacity, consider adding a second Side Pocket on the opposite side.

How to attach and style the Side Pocket

Choose the attachment location: Decide whether you want the pocket on the back of the sofa (behind your head) or on the side (next to your arm). The holes are spaced evenly, so you can mount it at any height along the back or side panels. Common mistake: attaching the pocket too low so it interferes with your armrest. Aim for a height that keeps the pocket opening at or just below shoulder level when seated.
Align the pocket with the holes: Hold the Side Pocket against the sofa so its mounting tabs line up with two adjacent holes. Push the tabs firmly into the holes until they click or sit flush. The pocket should feel secure and not wobble. Checkpoint: if the tabs don't go in easily, rotate the pocket 180 degrees — the orientation matters. Never force it, as that could damage the fabric.
Arrange your items: Slide magazines or newspapers into the pocket with the covers facing outward for easy browsing. For a tidy look, keep the top edges aligned. If storing multiple items, place the tallest ones at the back. Common mistake: overfilling the pocket so the fabric stretches. Stick to 2-3 thin magazines or one newspaper to keep the pocket's shape and prevent sagging.
Adjust the position later: You can move the Side Pocket to a different set of holes whenever you rearrange the room. Simply pull the tabs out gently and reattach at the new location. Unused holes remain a subtle design feature. Checkpoint: after repositioning, give the pocket a gentle tug to confirm it's locked in place. A loose pocket can slip out when you reach for a magazine.

Product details

Side Pocket | accessory for Lounge Around: The Side Pocket offers storage for your weekly newspapers and magazines and can be modulated and placed exactly where you need it using the holes in the back and on the sides of the sofa and daybed. You can attach the pocket on either the back or side of the sofa, making it easy to reach reading material from your seated position without cluttering the floor or coffee table.
Side Pocket | accessory for Lounge Around