Paint the wall the sofa rests against in a warm or neutral tone, such as gray or beige. Bright or stark colors and patterns might overwhelm when combined with the cherry red sofa.
Accent with paintings and pictures that have a matching cherry red shade. Choose modernistic graphic pieces with sharp contrasting colors or traditional Chinese art, which often features red.
Place throw pillows and blankets in white, gray or robin's egg blue on the couch.
Make a cherry red sofa the focal point of a small, cozy sitting room. Use a matching red shade for a few key pieces in the room, such as light switches and molding.