Space saving, multifunctional, or transforming. Whatever you choose to call these pieces of furniture that hide secrets, save space, or are used for more than one thing, I am a huge fan. I live in a cute little house with 5 other people and a dog. We need all the help we can get to make the most of our small space. These are some of my favorite space saving furniture ideas!
I realized as I was putting this post together that I have never shared with you the photos of the secrets my fireplace holds. When I built it years ago, I had intended to post a tutorial on how I built it but never got around to it. The sides slide out and hold DVDs while the front panel opens to reveal the DVR and Blu-Ray player.

You have seen it many times before without the doors open :)

This is one thing I wish we had. When I found my sofa, I loved the look and how comfy it was. The only that would have made it better was if it were a sofa bed. When you don't have a designated guest room, a sofa bed is a great alternative!

Image Source: Hugo Furniture
Our beds take up so much space in our rooms. It makes sense to have it do double duty. I love this hidden slide out drawer that could hold extra bedding and pillows.

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This bed has drawers along the side you could use as extra dresser space.

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Headboard storage is great if you don't have room for a side table or just need extra space.

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What if you could utilize the entire underside of your bed? I think I would store out of season clothes.

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Do your kids share a small room? This bed makes the most of a small footprint. Even the stairs are storage! Talk about space saving furniture!

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Speaking of stairs... While not furniture, this certainly makes good use of wasted space!

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This is not hidden, but is a beautiful use of the space under the stairs.

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Coffee table? Or bed? How about both! Such a clever idea for when you have a guest decide to stay the night.

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This space saving furniture made me think of hosting Thanksgiving. Forget the card table and chairs for the kids, this stylish coffee table/dining table would be perfect!

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I have nontraditional filing cabinets in my office, so I loved the idea of concealing one in an ottoman!

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Our bench in the family room holds board games.

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What would you store in this chair? Blankets? Books?

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I love the idea of having a little workspace that you can fold up when not used. This one is a chalkboard memo board when all hung up!

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Here's another fun example that would be cute in a child's room.

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This version takes it to a whole new level by creating a work and eating space in a tiny kitchen. I love all the storage!

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In my office, I made the reclaimed shelves have a drawer inside. I store my children's artwork and other papers in there.

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This idea is pure genius! No one likes looking at their ironing board. But what if it doubled as mirror?

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Do you have any double duty furniture pieces in your home? I'd love to hear how you save space in your home!
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Love all these ideas. Thanks for pulling them altogether.
You had me at ironing board AND mirror! LOL
Love the stair idea too! But I already have the space under my stairs as a coat closet!
Thanks for sharing this fun list!
Wow. That blew my mind about the hidden shelving next to the fireplace. How handy is that?!
Hi there,
I know this is a year late - but would you be willing to share how you did the Fireplace or maybe you already have a post on it? It is amazing!!
thank you!