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Ludus Sofa and Shelf [ Link ]
Combine two things into one with this sofa's built-in bookcases. It solves the dilemma of showing the boring back of your sofa.
by mobilia-collection.com
Tru Chair [ Link ]
What a great place for some extra storage — the only problem is, you'd have to get someone out of the comfy chair to access it.
by sixoeight.com
Vertical Bunk Bed [ Link ]
Upgrade your Murphy bed with this new approach — these beds will make any city apartment doubly kid friendly.
by flyingbeds.com
Moule Sofa [ Link ]
Bend it, fold it, rearrange it. This seating option will never, ever bore you, thanks to all the possibilities.
by bruehl.com
Canapé Eastpak Club Sofa 01 [ Link ]
Have a small living area and want something funky but useful? This sofa gives you lots of storage options for those things you use every day.
by singulier.com
Valcucine Living System [ Link ]
These larger systems by Valcucine offer a cohesive one-stop solution to open-plan spaces. With storage units, wall panels, display units, bookshelves and benches, they're designed to create a versatile combination that's customized for your space.
by valcucine.com
Bookseat [ Link ]
Though it's not an overly plush option, this chair still offers you double the function: Pick out your books while you're already sitting, with the same piece of furniture.
by resourcefurniture.com
Beanbag Beds [ Link ]
Perfect for families, these beanbags unzip to feature a twin-, full- or queen-size mattress. Now there's a perfect way to use that spare bedroom!

More: 2-in-1 Furnishings for Small-Space Living
by bean2bed.com

Comments

Sigrid Yeah, but are they comfortable? The average sofa bed is pretty grim.
3 months ago · ·
tcufrog What about a good old fashioned day bed or window seat with a drawer underneath. Those traditional options are much more comfortable than most of these choices look.
3 months ago · ·
123456 What about a good old fashioned day bed or window seat with a drawer underneath. Those traditional options are much more comfortable than most of these choices look.
3 months ago ·
ptmatthews The vertical bunkbed looks like a great thing for sleepovers.
3 months ago · ·
KL InIdaho Love that sofa and storage chair!
3 months ago · ·
katross69 I would like to see more murphy bed options, anyone know where I can find a queen size one?
2 months ago · ·
jagarrou @katross69
I clicked through a lot of the links in the story to see more options from the designers, and the murphy bunk beds are sold on a website called www.flyingbeds.com
I bet you could find your queen murphy there. Check out the Twirly Bed - it revolves around 180 degrees to become a bookshelf. It's from Italy.
2 months ago · ·
cheerio The guy in the fourth picture is proof that they are uncomfortable :)
2 months ago · ·
empresslockness That bean bag bed seems like it would get lumpy after awhile.
2 months ago · ·
ddwjr I have made a murphy bed based on plans and hardware at rockler.com. They have twin, full, and queen size. Of course this requires some woodworking skills. It works great. My 77 year old mom can operate it.
2 months ago · ·
berksd I bought a murphy bed through Craigs List. Had some cabinets build around it. Saved a lot of money buying it used.
2 months ago · ·
2mi.ca great ideas thank you
2 months ago ·
Sally Kennedy How cool is this... Wow
2 months ago ·
msmaddy67 I love the bean bag bed.. great for anywhere I might be. Home, on the Road, Camping or wherever. Love it!!
2 months ago · ·
Peter Medvin Zoom-Room, the electronic, remote controlled Murphy Bed (www.Zoom-Room.com), is all over thoughtful, useful convertible furniture. We like to add a high-tech component as well! Check out our sofa bed model and the bookshelf that turns into a bed below, and at http://www.zoom-room.com/gallery-office-naples/
2 months ago · ·
stargazer51 We have an inflatable queen size bed purchased at Costco for $150. It is 18" high and even includes an inflatable headboard to keep your pillows from sliding off. I'm pretty picky about beds and a light sleeper but this thing works even with my 6'2" husband. It's not feather light but, with the storage bag and shoulder strap, I can schlep it around and I'm 5'2". I plan to use it in my studio/guest room until a the budget allows for a murphy bed.
2 months ago · ·
amandamoore I send my guests a list of nearby hotels and buy their drinks and most meals. Win win. ;)
2 months ago · ·
nardiacooper We have desk/bed options available in New Zealand at www.hiddenbed.co.nz which are pretty cool as you do not need to remove the contents of the desk to access the bed.
2 months ago ·
Ahh! Products Bean Bag Chairs Checked out the bean bags, nice idea for quick guest bedding. The choices in fabrics could be amped up a bit, like bean bag chairs from Ahhprods.com. Perhaps Ahh! Products bean bag covers that are sold separately could be used to update the styles.
2 months ago ·
Alex B I think any discussion on space saving furniture needs to mention the awesome resource furniture
2 months ago · ·
Bean2Bed.com The Bean2Bed is actually one of the comfiest things you'll ever sit on. We don't use polystyrene 'beans' like traditional bean bags. Instead we use a revolutionary type of foam that reacts to heat and moulds to your body, providing even weight distribution and a seat that feels like it was made around you. And you'll never need to replace the filling, unlike beans - it'll never get crushed. Find our more at www.Bean2Bed.com, or Search for "Bean2Bed" on Facebook and Twitter.
2 months ago ·
mmsalg Each one is a great space saver. Thanks for sharing that storage doesn't require a seperate room.
8 weeks ago ·
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