If You're Building Your First Home, You Need These 19 Essential Furniture Pieces
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Decorating your living space can either be a fun exercise in creativity or about as stressful as moving in the first place. If you're not a natural interior designer, don't sweat it, because I'm not either. There are, though, a few essentials every place needs. If you're staring with a blank canvas, let us be your guide with these 19 basic furniture pieces. The best part? They're all from Walmart, so your bank account will be happy too.
Whether you're moving into a studio apartment or four-bedroom house, every place needs a few things, like a sofa, coffee table, bed, and a place to eat. You should also have some kind of media cabinet to put your TV on and to use as extra storage space, and a few shelves or a chest of drawers never hurt anyone. My personal pet peeve, though, is when people don't have nightstands. It makes such an enormous difference in the bedroom, and makes you feel like a real adult. Bonus points if you have two matching ones on each side of the bed. Crazy, I know, but you'd be surprised. If you're looking for some simple, chic furniture finds, these pieces were made for you.
Tvilum Loft 8-Drawer Double Dresser
This Tvilum Loft 8-Drawer Double Dresser ($160) is so useful, and it's neutral enough to go in any room.
White/Brown Walnut Side End Table Nightstand With Storage Drawer
You can't go wrong with this White/Brown Walnut Side End Table Nightstand With Storage Drawer ($38). Use it as either a nightstand or side table for your couch.
MoDRN Sandpiper Upholstered Lounge Chair
If you've got the space, we recommend investing in a modern chair. It'll make your space feel all the more put together, and this MoDRN Sandpiper Upholstered Lounge Chair ($399) is a great pick.
Zinus Mia Modern Studio Metal Platform Bed With Headboard
If you're just starting to decorate a bedroom, our one tip is no mattresses on the floor! This Zinus Mia Modern Studio Metal Platform Bed With Headboard ($105) is affordable and will make your bedroom feel so much more adult.
Ameriwood Home London Hobby Desk With Storage Cubes
How adorable is this Ameriwood Home London Hobby Desk With Storage Cubes ($109, originally $150)? Part desk, part storage, and definitely not basic.
Lola 3 Bin Curtain Wardrobe Center
If you don't have a ton of closet space, this Lola 3 Bin Curtain Wardrobe Center ($178) is a great addition to your living space.
Drew Barrymore Flower Home Vintage Floral Loveseat
Even though this Drew Barrymore Flower Home Vintage Floral Loveseat ($699) comes in a fun, vibrant print, it's a great size and an awesome starter piece for pretty much any space.
Modern Fabric Sofa With Tufted Linen Fabric
This Modern Fabric Sofa With Tufted Linen Fabric ($300) looks way more expensive than it is.
TMS Tiara 4 Piece Mid Century Dining Set
The bench in this TMS Tiara 4 Piece Mid Century Dining Set ($231, originally $300) is easy to tuck away when you're not using it.
Yaheetech Lift Up Top Coffee Table With Under Storage
This Yaheetech Lift Up Top Coffee Table ($95) features a secret compartment for extra storage.
Novogratz Hudson Lounge Chair
This Novogratz Hudson Lounge Chair ($154) also comes in a pretty blue shade.
Latitude Run Winslow Plush Tufted Convertible Sofa
If you love modern furniture, get this Latitude Run Winslow Plush Tufted Convertible Sofa ($190-$240). It comes in tons of fun colors and converts into a bed.
MoDRN Scandinavian Finna Low Profile Media Cabinet
This MoDRN Scandinavian Finna Low Profile Media Cabinet ($449) is just about the prettiest TV stand we've ever seen, and it's got so much storage to boot!
Gymax Modern Rectangular Coffee Table
Elevate your living room with this Gymax Modern Rectangular Coffee Table ($75).
MoDRN Scandinavian Link Single Door Cabinet
Simple, chic, and sophisticated, this MoDRN Scandinavian Link Single Door Cabinet ($279) can go anywhere.
Mainstays Tempered Glass and Metal Bar Cart
Spice up your living room with this luxe Mainstays Tempered Glass and Metal Bar Cart ($70).
Mainstays Sumpter Park Coffee Table
Your guests will never guess this stylish Mainstays Sumpter Park Coffee Table ($60) has a secret compartment.
Full Mates Platform Storage Bed
You can't go wrong with this Full Mates Platform Storage Bed ($354).
Baxton Studio Brandy Upholstered Platform Bed
You can fit so much inside this Baxton Studio Brandy Upholstered Platform Bed ($459).