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Modern Functional Furniture

NYFU Makes Modern Furniture for Urbanites (SPONSORED)

— September 30, 2013 — Art & Design
Living in a big city has its ups and downs. A definite downside is the lack of living space, which is most evident in New York City. In the Big Apple, the rent is high and the space is limited. So how do make the most out of what you got?

New York Functional Furniture makes high-quality furniture that is multi-purpose and perfect for urban living. With their recently launched Kickstarter campaign, NYFU is determined to make living comfortable, affordable and easier in New York and big cities all over the world.

Their collection includes everything from ottomans to wall art, and nearly every piece has multiple uses -- which comes in handy when you're only working with 250 square feet. The Tribeca Nesting Table can be used as a footstool, nightstand or coffee table. The NY+U Storage Desk is ideal for workspace and stowing away loose obejects. And the SeatPacking Sofa is must-have for those who like to entertain because it's both a double bed and a 3-seater sofa.

And to kick-off their Kickstarter campaign, NYFU is challenging fans to pick their favorite neighborhood in New York City. By voting in the 32 neighborhood, bracket-style NYC Neighborhood Challenge, you will be entered in a draw to win items from the NYFU collection. Each time your winning neiborhood advances, you'll have a chance at winning a prize.

Head over to NYFU to vote and be entered into the weekly draws.
Trend Themes
1. Multi-purpose Furniture - The trend towards multi-purpose furniture that maximizes space and functionality presents an opportunity to disrupt the furniture industry.
2. Compact Living - The increasing trend towards living in smaller spaces presents an opportunity to innovate and provide more solutions for this market.
3. Customizable Furniture - The trend towards customizable furniture allows for personalized and unique solutions for small space living.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture manufacturers should explore multi-purpose and customizable furniture options to cater to the growing compact living market.
2. Interior Design - As more people move into smaller spaces, interior designers should become knowledgeable on space-saving techniques and design solutions.
3. E-commerce - E-commerce companies have an opportunity to provide specialized online marketplaces for compact living customers looking for space-saving furniture solutions.
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