Getting the Most of our Square Footage

We all wish we have all the money to buy a home here in the city that have enough living space. However we have to pay for square footage and it is not cheap! For people on a budget like me, we now have a choice of having enough space by living in the suburbs or staying in a smaller place in the city. If you want to enjoy the amenities and have less travel time, living in the city is the choice. If you are living in a studio or using or living room as a guest room, or a guest room doubles as your study, you don't have to live in a cramp space, the answer is multifunctional furniture and clever storage solutions.

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Compact Office Cabinet

If your using one corner of your living room or dining room as an office it would help if you have the Bedford Compact Office Cabinet that is available in White or Ebony Finish.  It has brushed nickel finish hardware, framed doors, base molding and adjustable shelf. There are full extension drawer glides on the keyboard / laptop tray, file drawer, printer shelf.  The Bedford Compact Office Cabinet provides easy access and extra work space. Its file cabinet accommodates legal and letter size. It has convenient wire management openings. The CPU tower storage is no problem for desktop users when removing the adjustable shelf. The full wrap around double hinged doors fold all the way back on sides so they won't be on your way when your using it.


If warm oak would fit with your color scheme better, try the Homestead Compact Office Cabinet. It has a file drawer that accommodates letter or legal size files. It also has a keyboard with ball bearing drawer guides that fully extends. It accommodates  a printer and also has a CPU compartment.

Hidden Hamper

Are you looking for ways to conveniently hide your laundry in style? The tilt-out design of the Hampton Bay 26 Inch White Double Tilt Out Hamper allows you store your dirty laundry out of sight.  This traditionally designed wooden hamper will withstand frequent, heavy use.  It has a washable cotton lining held in place by Velcro. It also has stylish details like recessed panels and bun feet so you can bring style to your bathroom with a traditional wooden hamper. It also works great as a recycling bin.




If you are handy enough to change one of your vanity's door to a bottom hinged cabinet door then the KV Tilt Out Wire Hamper is a good option. It attaches to a bottom hinged cabinet door and allows you to open the door and access the basket in one easy motion.



If you don't have a bottom hinged cabinet door and don't have the skills to alter your existing cabinet door then why not consider the Rev-A-Shelf HPRV-1520 S Pull-Out Polymer Hamper? It will also do the work of keeping your dirty laundry out of sight.

Hidden Trash Receptacle

Do you want to hide your trash from your toddlers busy hands? Are you tired at staring at the unsightly look of the garbage bin on your kitchen floor? Why not hide them in style while gaining extra workspace and storage at the same time? The Kitchen Cart with Pantry is a kitchen work center, pantry and trash receptacle in one! Constructed from durable particle board with a solid hardwood butcher block top, this versatile portable kitchen island will increase efficiency in your kitchen. This kitchen cart and island features a tilt-out compartment to accommodate a 13-gallon waste basket and a built-in pantry to store your canned foods, packages and spices. For additional convenience, the kitchen work center includes three drawers to store your dish towels, napkins and kitchen utensils. Hidden casters behind a real hardwood skirt offer smooth and easy mobility - plus, the kitchen cart only weighs 57 lbs!

If you don't have enough floor space for an island, you can put your trash bin inside one of your kitchen cabinets. Try Rev-A-Shelf 35Qt Pull-Out Waste Bin with Lid. This durable pullout waste container would keep your trash out of sight.

Trash Hideaway

Do you want to a trash receptacle that would keep your area clean while adding style to the ambiance of you outdoor? The durable contemporary design of Suncast GHW1732 Resin Wicker Trash Hideaway looks great on patio. It has a latching lid, and a solid bottom panel. No need to be embarrassed at the unsightly look of your trash bin.Your guests at your barbecue party can throw their paper plates and paper cups without feeling squeamish because of its stay-dry design.


Hidden Hose Reel

Want to hide those unsightly hose in your yard? The durable Suncast Mocha Wicker Hose Reel
which conceals hose and reel might be a great idea. You can keep up to 175-Foot of 5/8-Inch hose beautifully organized.  It features Slide Trak Hose guide that make winding and unwinding hose easier. It comes fully assembled so you will just enjoy the contemporary design and functionality of the Hose Reel right away.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

The Portable Instant Picnic Table

Do you bring your kids to a picnic regularly? Instead of bringing a picnic blanket why not bring a portable instant picnic table so you could enjoy your lunch more comfortably. Try the Portable Instant Picnic Table. You will have an easy to set-up portable picnic table that provide sturdy seating for up to four adults. The best thing about it is the table and benches transport fully assembled in the included duffle bag and their accordion-style frames unfold and lock into place without any tools. The tabletop easily accommodates four plates and two serving platters and it has four integrated cup holders and four attached elastic bands that keep utensils and plate stationery. What's more the benches are positioned 36" apart so you have room stretched  your legs.
The Portable Instant Picnic Table.

The Foldaway Patio Table and Chairs

If you are also using your patio for your child's outdoor play where he or she can ride his bike or spread a Playhut 3-in-1 Sports Arcade, having the Foldaway Patio Table And Chairs is a good idea. The patio table set with six chairs stows under the tabletop for unobtrusive storage. The tabletop leaves fold down and the folding chairs stack neatly between the table legs, allowing the entire set to be stored in less than 9' sq. of patio space. The weatherproof set is made from Brazilian eucalyptus that's 30% harder than mahogany and its natural oils and tight grain prevent damage from rain, mold, and termites. The oval tabletop provides ample room for six adults and the chairs' backrests and seats provide comfort and stability.
The Foldaway Patio Table And Chairs.

Saturday, March 19, 2011

End Table Pet Kennel

Putting your pet's crate where all and sundry can see it seems tacky nowadays when modern design leans towards uncluttered and minimal furniture and accessories. If you are looking for a way to seamlessly integrate your pet's kennel with your design style without sacrificing your living space elegance try Primetime Petz Deluxe End Table Pet Kennel. You can enjoy the rewards of pet ownership while maintaining neatness and not taking any more of your living space valuable square footage. You can provide your pet with a cozy place to rest with the beautiful 2-in-1, furniture-quality Deluxe End Table Pet Kennel. This hand-crafted pet crate is an elegant accent to any pet owner's home, serving also as a stylish end table for your living room or bedroom. With a recessed table top and an antique brass latch that easily locks into place, this crate resembles fine furniture. Small and medium size pets enjoy this safe and comfortable retreat with abundant distance between spindles for optimal visibility and air circulation.







Thursday, March 10, 2011

Hidden Litter Box

If you want to have a litter box that blends with your design style and yet offer functionality try the  Washroom Pet House. It comes in either white or espresso. It serves as a litter box cover or night stand pet house. The wainscoting details and natural wood grains would make it a nice piece of furniture to have. It has multi-tiered shelf space, stainless steel hardware  and interchangeable stainless steel towel bar, designed to be assembled on either side of the house. The door opens wide for easy cleaning. However the litter box is not included.
Not every one is a pet lover so by having this product your guest would not be staring on your pet litter box.

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Wall Clock with Hidden Safe

If you want to conceal something in plain sight but think that a regular jewelry armoire would make your space feel cramp, why not try the Embassy JB4985 Wall Clock With Hidden Safe? No need to install anything you can just hang it like a regular wall clock. The sleek silver clock matches any décor and although this may look like an ordinary clock it has a secret hidden compartment where you can hide your valuables. With a simple hinged design it is the perfect hiding place for jewelry, cash & more. You can hide your valuables in what looks like an ordinary working wall clock- the last place a thief would think to look.




Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Picture Frame with Storage

Sometimes you need more storage space than what your medicine cabinet will allow. If you like concealed extra storage space in your bathroom why not try the Large Espresso Concealed Cabinet -- a Recessed Medicine Cabinet Hidden Behind a Picture Frame? Hidden tastefully behind a photograph from your personal collection, the Concealed Cabinet provides all the storage space of a traditional medicine cabinet, only nobody will ever know it's there! Once installed, the Concealed Cabinet looks just like an ordinary picture frame hanging on the wall. Even the closest inspection doesn't reveal the secret storage behind your photo. Simply pull on the frame to open, revealing a whole world of hidden items. Want to put a pedestal sink in the plans for your new bathroom, but you're afraid to give up the storage space? Put a Concealed Cabinet or two in your design and get the bathroom of your dreams. The Concealed Cabinet is ideal for storing all your traditional bathroom needs -- medicine, shampoo, dental care, air fresheners, even extra toilet paper. In the living room or hallway, use the Concealed Cabinet to store keys and mail. Put a Concealed Cabinet in the kitchen to hide spices. Or use one in the bedroom to provide hidden storage for valuables, prescription drugs, personal safety items, or anything else you don't want lying around for just anyone to discover.










Wine Bar Treasure Trunk

Sometimes you change your style as you go through life stages. Your needs are different when you are a young couple with an active household then become an empty nester . A change in lifestyle can happen and you use your living space differently. Your decor and even your theme can evolve with your needs. Sometimes just changing the paint color, accessories,  one or two pieces of furniture will do the trick of giving your space a refreshed look.More often you choice depends on your personal style.

The living room is about relaxing with style but sometimes you have limited space and putting more furniture would make your space looked cramp and small. So choosing a furniture piece that serve more than one function is advisable. If you are passionate about using your living room as efficiently as possible without compromising your design style or quality why not try Napa Style Wine Bar Treasure Trunk? If you like rustic chic but is looking for something built with modern multi-tasking in mind, this is a great choice. You will have the perfect space for relaxing, resting, and of course, entertaining .You can use it to store a case of wine, cocktail accessories, a bunch of CDs, family photo albums, rolled blankets and games. It has three hinged lids for easy access to the roomy main compartment, removable dividers for wine and a hidden center compartment. Wood arms fold out to support the open lids for table space. The small front drawers gather remotes, bottle openers and cocktail accessories.

Sunday, March 6, 2011

Extending Kitchen Island

If you want extra storage in your kitchen and a table for a quick breakfast and lunch or additional prep space if more than one person in your family cooks a meal, then having the Kitchen Island with Pull Out Table
might be good idea. It would look great as center island in your compact kitchen. Aside from that you would have additional storage with the cookbook rack on side, towel holder, storage cabinets and display shelves on bottom. What's more the slide out table would be handy for casual dining and yet it won't occupy space when you are not using it so you would have extra space to move around.


If you don't have budget constraints another option is the San Lorenzo Extending kitchen Island. You and your family can have casual meals in the kitchen. It has a solid pine roll-out table that comfortably seats two and nests cleanly inside when not in use. The table also provides extra prep and serving space. On the front, there are slots for 12 bottles of wine, a wide cubby, three drawers and a two-shelf cabinet. There’s a towel rack on one side, and the entire unit stands on four raised feet.



Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Expanding Dining Table Hutch

If your family normally eats in the kitchen and you want to use your formal dining room as your child's playroom,  why not  consider the Expanding Dining Table Hutch? You can leave it as a hutch when there are no guests so your little darling can play inside. The hutch can converts into a dining table large enough to comfortably seat six by simply pulling out its faux drawers and inserting leaves. Made by a company that has specialized in folding furniture since 1922, when fully extended the hutch provides twice as much tabletop surface and is far sturdier than ordinary folding card tables. Each of the five leaves adds 14" to the chest's length, creating a table of 33", 47", 61", 75", or 89" in length to give you versatile entertaining options. The leaves are hinged in the middle, allowing them to fold in two and store upright behind the left cabinet door. The right side of the hutch has a built-in shelf and provides storage for dinnerware or linens. 

The Expanding Dining Table Hutch.