FURNITURE
Finding the right furniture for your small space is a bit like dating, don’t settle too soon!
The perfect piece should fit, function and make you feel fabulous every time you walk into the room.
Every piece has to pull its weight and look good doing it. Choose wisely, and your home will feel like a masterpiece.
In a small space, your bed should work as hard as you do. Why waste all that valuable real estate underneath when it can hold off-season clothes, linens, or the things you don’t use every day? Look for low profile frames that keep the room feeling light or go big on flexibility with a wall bed that transforms into a sofa or desk by day. The right bed gives you comfort, storage, and space-saving magic all in one.
Beds
Your sofa is the heart of your living space - the place where you relax, gather, and recharge. The good news? You don’t have to sacrifice comfort for style. Look for a sofa that feels inviting to sit on and looks just right in your space. Choose one with visible legs to keep the room feeling open and airy and pay attention to proportions so it doesn’t overwhelm the room. Whether you prefer a sleek modern silhouette or a soft, sink-in classic, the right sofa will anchor your space and make it feel like home.
Sofas
In a small home, your sofa often needs to be more than just a place to sit - it’s your guest room, too. Look for clean-lined styles that open smoothly into a genuinely comfortable bed, so overnight guests feel welcome and rested. Many designs also include hidden storage for bedding, making it easy to keep everything close at hand. With the right sofabed you get form, function and a cozy sleep solution - all in one smart piece.
Sleepers
Accent tables are the utility players of a small space - versatile, hardworking, and stylish. When there’s no room for a full coffee table, these little heroes step in, giving you the perfect perch for a glass of wine, your morning coffee or a laptop when you need to get a little work done. Look for sleek designs that offer bonus storage, nest together for flexibility or even double as stools or nightstands. They’re small, but they keep your space functional, comfortable and always ready for life’s moments.
Accent Tables
Small space dining tables prove you don’t need a banquet hall to host a great meal. From wall-mounted drop-leafs to expanding consoles, there are endless options that grow with your guest list and tuck away when dinner is done. Since formal dining rooms often go unused (and yes - most of us watch TV while we eat!), choose a table that works for real life. Transforming, double-duty pieces let you create a dining spot when you need it and reclaim your floor space when you don’t.
Dining Tables
In a small space, dining chairs need to be as hardworking as they are good-looking. Stackable, foldable or simply slim and stylish, the best chairs earn their spot at the table without visually crowding the room. Comfort is key - you want guests to linger - but keep the scale right so they slide easily under the table and out of the way. Bonus points if they can do double duty as extra seating in the living area when company comes.
Dining Chairs
Smart storage is the secret weapon of every well designed small space. The right pieces hide the things you can’t leave out, keeping your home looking calm and clutter-free. Think vertical, wall-mounted or modular solutions that use every inch wisely - what you don’t see is just as important as what you do. I look for sleek, simple designs that are narrow in depth and raised on taller legs, giving the illusion of more space and letting the eye travel freely. In a small home, storage isn’t just functional - it’s essential for creating that feeling of order and breathing room.
Storage
Shelving
Keep them low, lean and leggy for a look that feels open and airy. The best lounge chairs for small spaces are cozy enough to curl up in but scaled to leave plenty of breathing room. Look for slim arms, visible legs and a shape that’s easy on the eye - they’ll anchor your seating area without overwhelming it. Bonus points if they swivel or move easily to handle guests and conversation flow.
These little workhorses do it all: extra seating, hidden storage, even a stand-in side table with the addition of a tray. Choose ottomans and benches that tuck clutter out of sight, are lightweight enough to move around when you need more floor space and sized to fit where larger furniture won’t. Upholstered or leather, round or rectangular - they bring comfort, style and flexibility to any room.
Ottomans + Benches
Flip it, fold it, slide it, stow it - this is where the real small-space magic happens. Transforming furniture gives you the power to turn one room into many: a wall bed that becomes your home office by day, a coffee table that lifts into a dining table, a sofa that hides storage beneath. These pieces adapt to your life and make your square footage work harder, so you don’t have to compromise on function or fun.
Transforming Furniture
Keep them low, lean and leggy for a look that feels open and airy. The best lounge chairs for small spaces are cozy enough to curl up in but scaled to leave plenty of breathing room. Look for slim arms, visible legs and a shape that’s easy on the eye - they’ll anchor your seating area without overwhelming it. Bonus points if they swivel or move easily to handle guests and conversation flow.
Lounge Chairs
In a small space, your desk doesn’t need to be big to be brilliant. Look for clever solutions that do double duty - a dining table that transforms into a workspace by day, a Murphy bed that hides a roomy desk when it’s time to sleep or a modular shelving system that incorporates a work surface. Wall-mounted or fold down desks are perfect for tucking away when not in use, keeping your space open and uncluttered. Whether you work from home full-time or just need a spot to pay bills, the right desk can make your space feel both functional and inspiring.
Desks
