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65 Dual-Function Furnishings

From Table-Lamps to Bookshelf Baths

— October 4, 2010 — Art & Design
Whether you're an efficient-furniture junkie or a space-conservationist, these dual-function furnishings will meet your multitasking needs.

These multifaceted home fittings are inanimate accessories, combined in many cases with lighting fixtures, gadgets or other divergent furnishings. Together, these dual-function furnishings provide double the bang for your buck and simplify your living spaces.
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Dual Function Light Fixtures
Dual Function Light Fixtures
The USB LED Lamp Fan is a Two-in-One Desk Accessory
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Computer Lamp Hybrids
Computer Lamp Hybrids
The Minitopz Combines a Cool Design With Quality Technology
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Gadget Cubicles
Gadget Cubicles
The Magic-Q-Bicle is a Multifunctional Storage Design
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Multitasking Coat Hooks
Multitasking Coat Hooks
The Eric Degenhardt 'Saucer' Will Save Much-Needed Space
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Pop-Out Portable Mirrors
Pop-Out Portable Mirrors
The Jump Out Mirror Has a Magnetic Attachment
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60
Artistic Furniture Heaters
Artistic Furniture Heaters
'I Am Furniture' is a Stunning Hybrid Home Decor Idea
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Complex Cabinets
Complex Cabinets
The Solo Storage Box is Inspired by Architecture and Typography
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Pop-Up TV Instruments
Pop-Up TV Instruments
The Mediano is a Piano and TV Shelf Hybrid for Multimedia Fun
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Multi-Purpose Musical Instruments
Multi-Purpose Musical Instruments
The Transformer Grand Piano is a Dual-Purpose Design
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Multitasking Hybrid Furniture
Multitasking Hybrid Furniture
Florian Kallus' Tamp and Lable is Part Lamp, Part Table
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One-Piece Workspaces
One-Piece Workspaces
The Tamp & Lable by Florian Kallus is a 2-in-1 Treat
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Multifunctional Lighting
Multifunctional Lighting
Sexy LED “Aurora” Lights Up Space, Puts Out Fires
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Dining Table Sinks
Dining Table Sinks
The Gossica Kitchen Faucet Lets You Do the Dishes While You Dine
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Swingin' Seminar Rooms
Swingin' Seminar Rooms
The Elevenfeet Makeover of 'The Studios' is Fit for High-Flyers
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Chandelier Showerheads
Chandelier Showerheads
Tannan Winter Creates Lighting Hybrid Design
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Chandelier Hybrids
Chandelier Hybrids
The 'Digital Dreams' Hanging Digital Photo Lamp Combines Photography & Lighting
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Fused Furniture
Fused Furniture
Jurgenbey Creates Back-to-Back Hybrid Chairs
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Couch Transformers
Couch Transformers
The James McAdams Barmobel is an All-In-One Transformable Couch/Bar
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Dual Head Shower Fixtures
Dual Head Shower Fixtures
You Can Detach Part of the In2ition by Alsons While Bathing
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Illuminated Shelf Hybrids
Illuminated Shelf Hybrids
The Wall Table Lamps by Zeroombra are Quirky Accessories
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Portable Picnic Tables
Portable Picnic Tables
The Tailgate Wooden Picnic Table Can be Folded into a Suitcase
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Chair-Bag Hybrids
Chair-Bag Hybrids
The Chairpadbag offers Back Support and Storage
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Pregnant Seating
Pregnant Seating
Studio Thol Designs a Chair That Extends into a Bathtub
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Table-Lamp Hybrids
Table-Lamp Hybrids
The Almerich 'Alux' Light Fulfills Two Functions
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Playground Dining Furniture
Playground Dining Furniture
The Swing Table by Duffy London Brings Fun to Food Time
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Shelf-Lamp Hybrids (UPDATE)
Shelf-Lamp Hybrids (UPDATE)
The ‘TwistTogether Lamp' Blocks Serve as Storage Units
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Street Sign Seating
Street Sign Seating
Transit Chairs and Tables by Boris Bally Will Give You Some Direction
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Playground Tables
Playground Tables
Studio Klass' Eat Table is a Slide/Table Hybrid for Toddlers
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Extreme Multitasking Chairs
Extreme Multitasking Chairs
'Go' by Rizki Tarisa Has Everything You Need for Everyday Life
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Portable Storage Seats
Portable Storage Seats
The Smith Pro is a Multitasking Workstation
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Bulletin Board Tables
Bulletin Board Tables
The Endrit Hajno Folding Table has a Dual Personality
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Solar Light Benches
Solar Light Benches
The Multitasking Steven Ma ec-O Bench is Environmentally Friendly
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Sink Urinal Facilities
Sink Urinal Facilities
The Eco Urinal Combines Sinks and Urinals into One Functional Component
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Rolling Bookshelf Seating
Rolling Bookshelf Seating
Bookinist & Easy Reader Let You Take Your Books With You
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Light Up Lounger
Light Up Lounger
Bot-One Pod Cushion
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Hybrid Electro-Apparel
Hybrid Electro-Apparel
The Lernert and Sander Selfridges' Creations are Cross-Bred
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Puzzle Piece Benches
Puzzle Piece Benches
The Modular Push Bench Inspires Interaction and Creativity
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Coffee Table Book-Burners
Coffee Table Book-Burners
Axel Schaefer's Fireplace/Coffee Table Illuminates Living Rooms
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Convertible Chair Shelves
Convertible Chair Shelves
Power Chair
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Collapsable Comb Loungers
Collapsable Comb Loungers
The 'x-Code' Chair by Yoanndesign is Five Chairs in One
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Beary Stylish Shelving
Beary Stylish Shelving
The 'Polar Bear' Storage Unit is Sculptural and Sensible
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Hybrid Couch Beds
Hybrid Couch Beds
The E-Sens Sofa TV Bed from Guillaume Raoult is a Sensory Experience
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Chair-Bed Hybrids
Chair-Bed Hybrids
The Blend Bed by Mieke Meijer Offers Multiple Functions
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Puzzle Piece Seating
Puzzle Piece Seating
'Jaks' Modular Couches by John Coleman for Zenith Interiors
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Multifunctional Baby Baths
Multifunctional Baby Baths
The Tubtub Doubles as a Storage Chest and Stepping Stool
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Wheelchair Beds
Wheelchair Beds
Combed Hybrid Helps Mobility of Physically Challenged
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Puzzle Piece Seating
Puzzle Piece Seating
The Vibrant Tetris Chair by Gabriel Canas
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Multitasking Mirrors
Multitasking Mirrors
The Mirror Ironing Board Closet is the Ultimate Space-Saving Creation
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Multitasking Tables
Multitasking Tables
Harbenger Duo Hammock Coffee Table Doubles as a Magazine Rack
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Hybrid Lamp Chairs
Hybrid Lamp Chairs
Ontwerpers Nu Creates Useful Multifunctional Furniture
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Hybrid Dish-Washing Devices
Hybrid Dish-Washing Devices
The Colo is a Dishwasher & Sink for the Home
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Bookcase-Workspace Hybrids
Bookcase-Workspace Hybrids
The Cabinet Chair by Ontwerpers Could Fit Into a Smurf's Office
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Shower-Sink Hybrids
Shower-Sink Hybrids
The Roca Showerbasin is Perfect for Small Bathrooms
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Puzzling Furniture
Puzzling Furniture
The Rubik Cube Locker Functions as a Table and Storage
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Multitouch Side Tables
Multitouch Side Tables
The Cosmikart Digital Coffee Table Reuses an Old iBook G4
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Ambiguous Interiors
Ambiguous Interiors
Mobile Wall by Paul Coudamy Creates Multiple Design Possibilities
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Metamorphic Furnishings
Metamorphic Furnishings
The HeyTeam Multiplo Transforms More Than 5 Ways
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Wine Barrel Furniture
Wine Barrel Furniture
Sterling Wine Online Reuses Retired Casks From the Napa Valley Winery
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Ottoman Workout Benches
Ottoman Workout Benches
Hybrid Furniture Designed for City Dwellers
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Luxury Bookworm Bathtubs
Luxury Bookworm Bathtubs
Thais Art Tub Features Waterjetted Bathing and Book Storage
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Pillow Pullout Couches
Pillow Pullout Couches
The 'ZipZip' by Pling Creates Adaptable Cushion Arrangements
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Wooden Egg Workspaces
Wooden Egg Workspaces
Plywood Egg Chairs Bring the Community Together, Separately
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Space-Saving Escritoires
Space-Saving Escritoires
The 'K Workstation' Exploits Your Wall and Not Your Floor
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Hybrid Sofa Beds
Hybrid Sofa Beds
The Palet Sofa by Stone Designs has Interchangable Armrests
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Multitasking Appliances
Multitasking Appliances
The Moshi Multifunctional Kitchen is a Three-in-One Gizmo
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