10 Double-Duty Pieces of Furniture Every Small Space Needs

Anyone who lives in a studio knows the beauty of a daybed. This stunning daybed ($780, originally $1,299) works as a place to sleep at a night and lounge during the day.

Secretary desks are a great way to save space without sacrificing design. By placing this secretary desk ($399) beside your bed, you have a two-in-one combo: a nightstand and a workspace.

Entryways would be well served to have a storage bench ($599). A place to sit is suddenly transformed into an extension of the closet.

A small two-tiered cart on wheels ($369, originally $465) can do double duty as a bar cart on bottom, end table on top.

Perfect for someone who has frequent guests but no guest room, pieces like this convertible ottoman ($559, originally $699) make hosting easy. When not in use as a bed, the piece folds right back up into a cozy ottoman.

Say goodbye to wasted space under the bed. Investing in a bed frame with storage ($329 full size) is the equivalent to adding a few drawers to your dresser.

Never again will we take the space underneath a piece of furniture for granted. This genius love seat (component pieces start at $129 each, originally $159 each) was constructed to allow for storage underneath, making it the perfect lounger for children's rooms.

A dining space can double as a work area. This trestle table ($500, originally $600) could double as a desk in a workshop.

Your coffee table can do more than look pretty. This coffee table ($150) doubles as a place to store throw pillows, blankets, and whatever else your heart desires.

Folding up a table when it's not in use can be a great way to save space. Even better is a retractable table (at left, $199) with storage in the middle, which also serves as a set of drawers.