Add space to your home with functional furniture, live large in small area

Storage-friendly furniture options: Sofas have come a long way from being bulky to being functional and sectional. The sectional sofas, also called modular sofas, are a rage these days, as they can be customised as per need (Image: Canva)

The modern lifestyle  and soaring land prices make it difficult to both maintain or even buy a huge house. Most people either opt for a flat or an apartment rather than an independent house.  Interior designers have proved that it is not about the size anymore, it is about how well you manage the given space. If not managed well even an extensive  house can look cramped and if well-planned a house with a little space can be made to look comfortable and roomy.”

A modern day furniture should be such that apart from enhancing the ambience of the house and making room for every little thing, it should also allow sufficient space to move around. Big, solid furniture we used to see in living rooms in the past has now given way to more aesthetic and space-saving solutions. Look around and you’ll find innumerable stores that cater to your need for a stylish, elegant and space saving furniture. From sofa sets to double bed, couch and nestle tables, shelves and shoe racks, the options galore.

Check out a few of these efficient and useful furniture pieces that help you live stylish in compact areas:

So-fa-so fabulous: Sofas have come a long way from being bulky to being functional and sectional. The sectional sofas, also called modular sofas, are a rage these days, as they can be customised as per need. Such sofas come in various sections and can be rearranged as per requirement: multiple seating, lounging, storage compartments, sofa cum bed and recliners.

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Futon frenzy: Futons and couches that can easily convert into bed are good for living rooms. When folded they take the shape of a sofa, for an extra bed for the guest you can unfold it and turn it into a bed. Most of these come with covered storage spaces that increases their utility. Also, they can be arranged to suit the layout of the room and requirement of the user.

Tidy table: Coffee tables and dining tables now come with storage spaces to add functionality. While the coffee-table drawers can be used to put away news papers, magazines, stationery and other  things the dining table drawers can be used to place cutlery, napkins or even snacks. Nest tables, a set of three tables, that come as a single unit, are also very handy.

Rackstar: You need racks to store the extra ‘samaan’ and to organize stuff that is rarely used. There are many racks that are not just space-friendly but also add aesthetic value and spruce up the room. From chests of drawers to dressers with ample storage, and space-saving shoe racks with seating and additional drawers, these racks are extremely convenient. Some racks even come with hidden compartments, offering extra security for valuable items.

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Shelfies: Look for corner units, wall mounted pieces or floating selves. Use the floating selves to place planters, books, and decorative pieces. Corner shelves on the other hand can be used to place fancy vases or magazines. You can also find shelves that have built-in hooks and hangers. These are perfect for entry ways, kitchens, cupboards or bathroom as they offer multifunctional storage. Moreover, shelves with built-in drawers or cabinets can hide clutter while keeping items accessible.