Function is the determining factor for small space decorating. Here are 12 pieces of furniture that work well in small condominium: They often perform more than one task. Look for them in the decorating style of your preference and mix and match until you find the combination that works best for you.
- Armchair: Choose classic armchairs for a conversation group in living room. For sleek looks, choose a chair with open, padded arms. Arm chairs can be move to office area or to the dining room table for extra seating. The lightweight look comes from the exposed legs.
- Armoire: Armoire is always a focal point because of its size. Use it to balance a dominant focal point in a room such as big windows. Armoire can be used as an entertainment center, a hideaway office, a family library, or an extra closet. To reduce the visual impact, look for a three-quarter-high version. Armoire can be found in new and antique pieces. Be sure it fits in the door and in the room. Adjustable shelves and dividers can change its functions within the unit.
- Daybed: The daybed-turned-guest-bed serves for seating most of the time but open up to sleep one or two when needed; it is always welcome for beach condominium. Look for a style that suits your condominium decor and guest-room needs-from humble to sophisticate. For an open piece, put it in the middle of the room to let conversation flow in all directions or place it against a wall and use plenty of throw pillows to serve as a backrest.
- Flip-top Table: A flip-top table can slim down between meal and open-out at meal times. Simply flip the top and rotate it into place. The design guarantees that the table will be cleared after every meal.
- Love Seat: A short two-seater sofa is more useful and comfortable in a conversation group than the long three seat sofa. A pair of love seats makes a nice conversation group for four in a small space. Pullout models make room for sleepover guests. Another option is the apartment-sized sofa which is a little roomier than a loveseat but still only seating two.
- Modular Shelving and Bookcases: Bookcases and shelving units can become focal points in a room and visual reference to how the room lives and works. Decide whether the stuff you store should be seen or hidden, close at hand, or behind doors.
- Ottoman: Ottoman is an ultimate multi-tasking furniture piece: it props up feet, serves as a place for setting books and tray of snack, and provides extra seating. Choose ottoman that open for extra storage. Consider the weight of it if you plan to regularly slide it from one place to another.
- Parsons Chair: This upholstered, armless, slim piece is also called a slipper chair. Simple lines make them adaptable to every decorating style. They can be used in the dining room and dining room. For a more formal look, use a pleated, floor-length slipcover.
- Round Table: The round shape of dining table, coffee table, side table, or end table ease traffic flow through any room. When a room is longer than it is wide, consider using an oval table.
- Sofa Table: A console table that is slightly lower than the back of a sofa or a pair of chairs can serve as a room divider or define the boundaries of a living area. It works well in a hallway. Choose one with plenty of storage below the tabletop.
- Storage on Wheels: Roll-around wheeled carts which often seen in kitchens do valet duty in the bathroom for towels and toiletries or as extra surface to put ice buckets and wine in dining area.
- Three-Quarter Chest: Three-quarter chest provides an extra shelf or drawer of storage space without over-powering the room or looking like it will topple over. Choose the chest with slim lines to keep the visual clutter minimum. Pieces that sit up on short legs feel more open than the ones without legs. Cabinet model with drawers and open cubed gives the right combination of storage.
