When living in a small space, it is essential to make the most of what little room is available by investing in multipurpose designs.
Some of the best examples of two-in-one home furnishing designs include floor mats that turn into desk-like spaces for study, the Stephen Kenn x Victorinox Stepladder Chair or even something as small as EYKING's tealight holders, which double as napkin rings.
IKEA's 2017 PS Collection was specifically designed with young urbanites and small living spaces in mind. This line includes a stunning range of two-in-one designs, such as the Lounging Vest, which is described as "a new kind of throw that you can also wear." Similarly, Pottery Barn's Small Spaces collection is made up of dining table-desks and couches with built-in storage compartments.
25 Two-in-One Home Furnishings
These Multipurpose Designs Maximize the Potential for Small Spaces:
Laura McQuarrie — Apr 14, 2017 — Art & Design
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Small Space Couch Designs
The 'Addax' Sofa Design by Matthew Pope is Made for Small Living Units
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Compact Modular Student Desks
The Ludovico Transforming Office Desk Stores in One Single Unit
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Compact Furnishing Collections
This Pottery Barn Collection Shares Furniture for Small Spaces
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Transformative Child Cots
This Adaptable Child Furniture Piece Goes from a Crib to a Couch & More
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Fish Tank Seating Solutions
The 'Aqua Sofa' is a Sofa Concept that Incorporates Aquatic Pets
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Staircase Seating Solutions
The Stephen Kenn x Victorinox Stepladder Chair is Multipurpose
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Recyclable Multipurpose Stools
The 'BEC' Simple Stool Works as Both a Seat and an End Table
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Compact Multipurpose Stools
This Folding Stool is Infused with Multi-Functional Features
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Pet-Friendly Outdoor Furniture
This Piece of Furniture for Pets by DEESAWAT Has a Spot for a Dog
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Modern Design Sofa Beds
The Milano Bedding Bed Collection is Designed for Efficient Living
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Compact Kitchen Units
This Kitchen Collection Was Designed to Fit into Small Apartments
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Versatile Multi-Use Floor Mats
The Sanskar Mat is a Folding Mat for an Array of Activities
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Illuminating Wooden Headboards
This Stylish Wooden Plank Piece Doubles Up as a Ceiling Light
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Folding Sofa Guest Beds
The Milliard Tri-Fold Foam Folding Mattress Has a Two-in-One Aesthetic
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Multipurpose Table Trays
Luca Nichetto's Playful Designs Were Inspired by the Cayman Islands
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3D-Printed Urbanite Furniture
IKEA's 2017 PS Line Focuses on Modern Materials and Multipurpose Use
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Transformative Activity Tables
The 'Extracurricular Play Table' Doubles as a Desk and Coffee Table
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Multipurpose Woven Straw Accessories
Brunno Jahara and Ana Voss Collaborated for 'Paleae Brasilis'
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Multipurpose Hanging Mirrors
These Mirrors Offer Useful Hidden Compartments and a Modern Design
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Dividing Office Lights
The Workspace Divider Lamp Provides Privacy in Open Concept Layouts
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Multipurpose Cage Tables
This Table Saves Space and Doubles as a Storage Unit
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Multipurpose Tealight Holders
EYKING's Marble Homeware Design Holds Dinner Napkins and Tealights
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Transformative Living Room Tables
The XDesk Flex's Height is Power-Adjustable
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Device-Charging Light Bulbs
This Home Light Bulb Includes a USB for Powering Mobile Devices
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Modular Shelving Mirrors
The 'Horizon Mirror' Incorporates a Steel Ledge For Added Reflection
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