Often size is an issue, and sometimes really cool contemporary "small space" furniture is hard to find. BDI USA is definitely not a new name when it comes to great looking contemporary furniture geared for a small scale home interior. The Aspect flat panel tv stand makes the best of a small space while offering a very useful touch of class. The Aspect is perfect for a 32 inch flat panel and takes up a miserly 47"H x 26"W x 22.5"D space in your living room or bedroom. There is even a 26 x 18 inch tempered glass shelf capable of supporting 35 lbs. of your favorite electronic device. BDI has included all the hardware necessary to mount the television with ease, and its central steel tube features a universal mounting bracket that fits most flat screen TVs. In addition it swivels at the base so the screen can be viewed from anywhere in the room. Available in Black or Silver. Appx. $599 - $699
The Original couch sofa combination is a piece of furniture designed to optimize any small space. I find the design of the Original to be quite striking. Flexibility is a critical element when shopping for a piece of furniture which may be the cornerstone for a loft, flat, or small apartment. I love the flexibility in this couch sofa combination. The genius around Original is centered in the four round pieces that make up the seating area. Moving one of the pieces to the front creates a small couch perfect for two people with the ever important ottoman in front to stretch the legs out onto. Keeping all four pieces of the couch sofa in one line create a larger sofa that can accommodate comfortable seating for up to 3 people and if need be 4 people.
Another neat feature is that by turning the pieces you can change where the backrests are. Like in one of the pictures you can see where the backrests are in opposite directions. Though I am not sure how often I would use the feature, I am thankful that I have the opportunity for the multifunction capability. I find the Original couch sofa to be quite attractive. I am a fan of the black-white contrast and feel that adds flair to many room settings. Original features leather upholstery, wooden frame construction, and metal tubular legs. Available at: Original Couch Sofa. Price: $6,800.
In today's age it seem less frequent when you hear about house guests visiting and then staying overnight. A result of this trend is that many home owners decide not to have a spare bedroom with a bed, dresser, night stands, and chests. Instead, that space can be used as an office, craft room, or TV room for the children. This is where the beauty of a futon comes in. A futon can work in many settings from a full-size house to a small condominium. I have one in my own home that sits in my office area. There have been several occasions where I have had guests sleep on it.
Pictured is the basic futon bed and mattress from West Elm. This very simple design is available through the internet only. Moderately priced at $229 for the frame, the West Elm futon may offer you an affordable solution as both a sofa and a bed. The futon mattress is sold separately, and also retails for $229. The frame fits a full size futon mattress. Product: Basic Futon. Dimensions: 71"w x 35"d x 28"h (sofa), 71"w x 53.5"d x 10"h (bed).
A small space secretary desk can be the right solution for many rooms. I enjoy having a desk to write out bills, work on a computer, and draft letters. However, finding an ideal space in the home can be a challenge with a desk. Further, a desk often does not blend in well with the remainder of the surroundings. For those people will lofts, flats, or small apartments, it's a double whammy. I have never been a big fan of having a desk in the main room of these living spaces. It usually does not flow well. At least today laptops have taken care of issues such as large computer towers and cables while trying to maintain an attractive overall room appearance. The secretary desk featured here is a small model measuring 40"w x 20"d x 59"h. With being only 20 inches deep and its ability to fit along a wall, the desk can fit in many room settings. I like the fold up shelf which can cover up stacks of paper and other items that you may not want visible at all times. The secretary desk is made of wood stained in a combination of chocolate and white. Available at: West Elm. Price: $799.
The Europeans really know the importance of "small space" furniture and maximizing every inch or centimeter, what ever the case may be. Bonaldo furniture of Italy has a progressive collection of modern and contemporary furniture with a crisp clean look and here are three convertible sofa beds that look great and offer space saving options. With just a simple movement of a special mechanism the Loft sofa can be used in various positions and converted into a comfortable dormeuse. The angular shape and defined lines of the Loft make this piece by designer Stefan Heiliger a real eye catcher despite its small size. The Papillon and larger Papillon XL also make use of small spaces and has a much softer look and feel. With ease the dual split back of this Centro Design lays flat for a comfortable sleeping surface on command. The Papillon series comes in a wide variety of completely removable covers which makes cleaning a breeze. The third sofa bed from Bonaldo is the Pierrot which has a very linear concept and a more conventional futon type mechanism that lays flat with a simple movement of the back. A slightly arched cut out in the back rest break up the otherwise straight lines of the Pierrot which is available in leather or fabric upholstery.
