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Smart Solutions for Small Spaces

by Fred Albert

Buy Furnishings That Also Provide Storage

The Nomad Storage Ottoman goes from table to footrest in a snap.
Crate and Barrel's Nomad Storage Ottoman
Photo © Crate and Barrel
When you’re short on living space you’re usually short on storage, so choose pieces that have storage built in.

• Crate and Barrel’s Nomad Storage Ottoman ($379-$499) has an upholstered top for putting your feet up. Flip the top and it’s a side table; lift off the top and you’ve got storage inside.

• Great looking and very practical, the Our House Black Cocktail Table from Target features a storage shelf under the top PLUS two pull-out baskets below. You’ll never lose another remote. Only $129.99.
  1. Look for Furnishings That Contain Other Furnishings
  2. Get Two Functions for the Price of One
  3. Buy Furnishings That Also Provide Storage
  4. Find Pieces That Serve More Than One Purpose
  5. Turn an Ottoman Into a Bed
  6. Lighten Your Furniture Load With Dual-Purpose Lamps

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