27 Multifunctional Furniture Ideas For Small Apartments

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Quality multifunctional furniture is versatile in its ability to adapt to many situations. Modular, reconfigurable elements provide freedom in arranging your home’s decor. The current surge in downsizing is the driving force behind a palette of creative and elegant furniture solutions. Many of which are not only ingenious in their functionality but very stylish as well.

To give you an idea of what’s out there, here are 27 multifunctional ideas for small apartments. An overview of the best pieces available today as a means of inspiration to optimally furnish your space-limited place.

1. Brightech Maxwell Shelf Floor Lamp

Are you wanting to brighten up a room with a unique storage solution? The Brightech Maxwell Shelf Floor Lamp does literally just that. A surprisingly bright lantern lamp combines with three shelves to give you a bookshelf and floor lamp all in one.

It’s even compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, allowing you to set up voice-activation for turning the lamp on or off. Multifunctional furniture par excellence!

2. Umbra Woodrow Storage Stool

If you’re looking for a stool that’s built to last, look no further than the Umbra Woodrow Storage Ottoman.

The stool is made of natural wood and has a modern and warm look. The top lifts off easily for storage, and you can use it as both seating or a side table.

3. CORTESI CONVERTIBLE CHAIR BED

The Cortesi Convertible Chair Bed not only looks chic and comfortable; it also folds out into a lounge-chair-style bed.

Simply unfold the chair to transform it into a spot to sleep for overnight visitors. Color options make it a bright, stylish addition to your living room. You may also like these best sleeper chairs for small spaces.

4. Laptop Desk – Breakfast Tray – Mini Table

Working moms will love the Avantree Laptop Desk. Your workstation can double as a play table for your little one. You don’t need to worry about it getting damaged; Avantree has a sturdy work surface that can stand up to spills and stains.

Auto-lock buttons make adjusting the height a simple task. Avantree folds up and out of the way when your done for easy storage. When you’re ready to get back to work, setup is a breeze! Multifunctional furniture par excellence!

5. The coffee table that houses an armchair and side table

Looks can be deceiving. At first Coffee Table by Daniel Pearlman seems like a robust coffee table with storage space. When the side table and arm chair are removed from under the mantle of the large table the setup makes for an almost complete small condo interior.

The small side table element functions as a chest of drawer too. Looking for a more minimal and sleek version of this concept? Check out these stylish space saving coffee tables.

6. Vonanda Multifunctional Folding Table

Compact enough to be a living room end table, or a home office desk, yet expandable enough to be a full dining table, Vonanda’s Multifunctional Folding Table is a multi-use furniture piece for the modern home.

Vonanda measures approximately 30 inches by 51 inches when fully extended, but folded up it takes up no more space than a slim side table would. The table comes with six lockable caster wheels and can seat up to four people.

7. B FSOBEIIALEO Storage Ottoman/ Bench with Tray

Tea for two? Deliver your sweetheart breakfast in bed on this ottoman’s spacious tray. Store cozy blankets and pillows inside the ottoman, and then when it’s time for a snow day, flip the lid to reveal a wooden tray that’s got just enough space for a snack and some hot cocoa.

When not using the lid or storage feature, the Storage Ottoman with Tray makes an excellent bench for your entryway or a coffee table for your living room. The ottoman-bench is foldable, so easy to store when not in use.

8. Duty Box Wardrobe

Whether it’s organizing your collection of shoes or storing essential bathroom supplies, the Duty Box Wardrobe is a hidden treasure trove of chic functionality. An ordinary (but fashionable) full-length mirror opens up to reveal nine spacious shelves for all of your clutter.

Perfect for small space living, where bathroom closets might not be included, this mirror provides all the organization you need to keep your home looking clean. Don’t miss the clever furniture ideas for small bathrooms.

9. Offi Mag Multifunctional Table

Another piece in the category “simplicity kills it every time”. Offi Mag Table can be flipped over to function as a laptop stand. With its smooth, flowing forms this minimalist space saver is a pleasure to look at.

The file folder, as the name, Mag Table hints at, designed to house magazines, can be used as the perfect laptop or tablet storage too. After all, even while watching a movie with some snacks on the table, we want to keep our beloved devices close.

10. The table that doubles as mirror

Dining tables are often bulky occupying a lot of your precious space. On the other hand, the comfort they provide by allowing you to dine with company, to do some office work, to practice a hobby, or just to read the paper make them indispensable for most dwellers. Multifunctional furniture par excellence!

Retractable tables offer a solution by letting you make your table smaller but how about a table you can hang flat on the wall? One you can use as a mirror too? When on the wall the Vengio appears to be just a stylish wall mirror. When it is down, it is a stylish dining table or work surface.

11. Huk Table

The HUK Table is practically a superhero. You can use it for just about anything, whether that’s as a cozy side table to set your coffee on, or a plucky perch for your laptop or papers.

Do you need a magazine rack? A bookshelf? A stool? The HUK Table can be those things too. Its design is such that you can hook it onto tables to transform it into a cubby or file holder. Like this idea? See these versatile magazine tables.

12. The couch armrest table and tablet stand

A Couch Armrest Wrap and Tablet Stand as they are called as well is one of those simple yet highly functional small living innovations. In this particular case there’s more than transforming a regular couch arm rest into a side table. It is a tablet stand too.

As with the paperclip and the clothespin, the beauty of the idea lies in its simplicity and functionality.

13. Drop Leaf Console Table

A twist on the classic drop-leaf style, this table folds down laterally to make a narrow console table when not in use. When fully extended, the table can comfortably seat six; when folded down, it makes a foot-wide shelf to stand against a wall and use for everyday storage. A great piece of multifunctional furniture.

The weathered grey finish and white legs give this Driness Drop Leaf Table a sleek modern look. You may also like these best drop leaf dining tables.

14. Novogratz Brittany Multi-Position SOFA Futon

This futon definitely has a mid-century vibe to it. If you’re looking for a comfortable, easy-to-clean futon for a guest room, the Novogratz Brittany Sofa Futon is it. The linen upholstery requires nothing more than a wipedown for cleaning.

Solid oak legs hold strong, along with a frame that can hold up to 600 pounds. Get ready to receive lots of compliments from guests when you buy this wonderful futon. The Novogratz Sofa Futon is available in multiple colors.

Like this idea? Make sure to check these convertible sofa beds and sleeper sofas.

15. Transforming X Table

At full height, the Transforming X Table is a dining table which seats four comfortably (six if they’re very good friends.)Hold the lever and give the tabletop a firm push from above: the legs slide over each other to lower the height, and it’s now a coffee table.

Another firm push folds the table entirely flat, so you can slide it away for easy storage. Its heavy weight (75lbs) means that it doesn’t wobble or feel flimsy when in use.

16. The lift top coffee table that makes a convenient couch desk

This lift-top coffee table which lets you easily and quickly adjust its height. So you can use it as a traditional coffee table or as a laptop workstation. Apart from creating your little home office from the comfort of your couch the YAHEETECH Lift-top Table also makes a great table to have dinner from.

No more reaching for that cheese oozing pizza slice because its top layer pivots and swivels 360-degrees. Of course its interior hides storage space too. Can’t get enough of cleverly designed coffee tables? Here are some more lift-top coffee tables.

17. VONANDA SOFA BED

Isn’t multifunctional furniture amazing? This inventive sofa bed is secretly four products in one, and its price point makes it a real steal.

The Vonanda Sofa Bed can transform from an ottoman to a bed, from a sofa chair to a lounger (which also has five adjustable backrest levels). Its sturdy frame helps the high density foam cushions to hold their shape and firmness for many years of use. Find out more space saving guest beds.

18. The library chair

Have you always looked in awe at those lush, in-home libraries? Having one isn’t exclusively restricted to mansions anymore. With the OpenBook Chair you can create your own cosy miniature home library. The ingenious piece of furniture combines all you need to snug up with a book and a hot cup of tea. It omits the need for a side table to put your beverage on, your books are within reach and it sports a lap desk too.

Its upholstered wall has featuring racks for hanging magazine and newspapers and magazines on the outside. It reminds somewhat of a cubicle allowing you to close yourself off of your environment truly emerging in the imaginitive world of your literature. Hit the link for more about OpenBook Chair by London-based design studio TILT.

19. The chair that houses a shelving system

On a related note, meet Domus chair, a reading chair that harbors a modular bookcase. When making the most out of your micro apartment, convertible furnishings are your best friend. A great example of versatile multifunctional furniture.

Rearranging and stacking modules lets you create the furniture you need at that specific moment with the elements you have available. Domus Chair is the pinnacle of various functions and modular elements merged into one designer item.

20. 3 Pc Stacking Tables

The 3 Piece Stacking Tables come apart easily to make three different coffee or accent tables.

Put them back together again, and you have a storage shelf for books or knick-knacks. Each table has its own distinct color.

21. Vegetale Coffee Table – Double Tablet

How much functionality can you cram in one small sized piece of furniture while still making it look elegant? A lot with this Vegetale Coffee Table.

The design piece makes for a perfect item in cramped spaces since it acts like a coffee table, desk and book shelf. It may not be officially intended as such but we think of it as a handy little dinner table too.

Making use of all of Vegetale’s possible functions may require some rearranging of stored items but who cares? Making optimal use of the limited space you’ve got is a gratifying challenge and the table lets you master this challenge. Vegetale has a hint of Scandinavian design but is actually from Belgium.

22. The futuristic modular, multifunctional sofa

A modular sofa with loose cushions, which can be arranged in many different ways and can accommodate up to 7 people. The cushions can serve as a seat, but also as armrest, footstool, side table or ottoman.

Concentré de Vie can be used as a sofa or single bed. Therefore very suitable for a small living. Designed by Matali Crasset for Campeggi.

23. Trick, table and two chairs nesting bookcase

At first glance just a simple bookcase, Trick is easily transformed into a table with two chairs. Just slide the sides aside and you are set to have dinner. Or do some work. A fine example of versatile multifunctional furniture.

We think Trick would fit a small kitchen nicely too. It reminds us somewhat of the convertible shelf table we featured earlier.

24. The modular furniture system

Modos is a customizable modular shelving system of which the elements can be used to create a tabouret or standing desk too. Larger sized elements allow you to create life size desks, tables, chairs and other items all without the use of tools.

Its anodized aluminum connectors you simply clamp your furnishings together. Great for on-the-go occasions too. Head to Modos.io to start making your own furniture.

25. The bookcase that hides a whole dining set

As If From Nowhere designed by Orla Reynolds is a bookcase that houses two tables (together 1 dining table) and four dining chairs. The ingenious creation is intended for small living spaces.

The chairs and tables are just as easily stored as they are taken out to accomodate current needs. A great example of versatile multifunctional furniture.

26. MiniMaX Console Table-Desk Or Dining Table

Extendable tables are the golden oldies when it comes to adjustable space saving furniture. A large surface offers so much convenience but you do not always need it. Being able to temporarily get rid of the space hogger is a blessing.

Whether you need room to practice yoga, play twister with friends or just don’t need a large surface at the moment, the generous MiniMax Dining Table can be transformed to a smaller table/desk or a humble console /side table in a cinch.

27. Steel Modular Stool

The Steel Modular Stool is a true double and triple duty product. Besides its use as a small side table (which all stools do) it has some additional uses. The Steel Stool, when lined up makes a trendy coffee table. When stacked, a unique bookshelf evolves.

The modular units allow for grouping, stacking, combining, and creating. All without the use of screws, tools, or glue. Its handle makes the stools easily transportable addding to its versatility.

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