5 Fantastic Multipurpose Furniture Pieces
Jul 14th 2020
Single-use pieces of furniture have their place in every home – like beds and chairs. To maximize space and investment, be on the lookout for pieces that are able to do multiple jobs or welcome the chance to be repurposed.
FOLDING CHAIRS
Folding chairs are a great addition to any home. They add additional seating for guests and also tuck away nicely. In addition to giving a seat around the poker table, folding chairs can improvise when it comes to storage.
Hanging folding chairs in the open position on a wall can increase your storage space. The seat can become a shelf for items such as books and boxes. The bottom rung of the chair can create additional hanging space.
LIFT-TOP COFFEE TABLES
A coffee table can often be multifunctional on its own – holding your morning cup of coffee, a station for your latest stack of magazines, or even a footrest when mom’s not around to scold you.
Add in a lift-top to a coffee table and the options expanded even more. This function can give you space for a laptop and remote office in your living room. The lift can become a built-in TV tray for those pizza and movie nights. Afternoon homework sessions can be a little comfier side-by-side on the couch. Also, depending on the model, the lift-top can create added storage space for small items such as blankets.
MURPHY BED
The Murphy Bed has been around for decades and for good reason. When a guest room isn’t available, the Murphy Bed is a life-saver and space-saver. Folded up for storage against a wall, the bed isn’t noticeable, especially when outfitted with seating space or storage shelves. Unfolded (with the right mattress), it’s ready to offer an amazing night’s sleep!
GATHERING CONSOLE
Gathering Console tables are the jazzed-up versions of a traditional sofa table. Within one furniture piece, you get two surface options. A lower table area serves as a functional space behind the sofa for items like lamps. The upper table area offers an elevated surface and a multifunctional option for additional guest seating or even studying. With a chair or two, this piece can quickly become a favorite feature in the room.
VINTAGE DRESSER
A dresser can be more than just a dresser. In addition to being the perfect place for your favorite threads, it may also be the champion of versatility. Placed in the foyer, it can serve as a beautiful entry piece and drop off zone for mail and keys. In the kitchen, a dresser can be transformed into the ideal island or coffee station with a bit of refinishing or the addition of a countertop. Even in the bathroom, a dresser can be outfitted to become a stunning vanity. Whether new or old, search for pieces that have the desired height and width to compliment your space. Decorative design details are a plus!
These multifunctional furniture options are sure to help you see your current furniture in a new way, find a new use for old pieces, or give you inspiration while shopping for new adds to your collection.