Double-Duty Furniture Designs

These innovative transformers maximize square footage and minimize clutter.

COFFEE TABLE by Daniel Pearlman, coffee table converts into end table with drawer, low coffee table and folding chair, $6,250 for full set, $1,400 for chair only.   

STAIRCASE by Danny Kuo, 18-compartment shelving unit, bottom three drawers pull out into stairs to make top shelves easily accessible, made with bamboo and steel, about 8 ½' H, $6,200.

MENU TURNING TABLE by Theresa Arns in black ash, also available in white oak, tabletop rotates open to unveil hidden storage compartment, 25.6” D x 14.2” H, $600; at 2modern.com.

FUSIONTABLE in black powder-coated steel by Aramith, available in five additional colorways, dining/conference table converts to pool table, price upon request; fusiontables.com.  

FRAME STORAGE UNIT, By Lassen, versatile storage unit comprised of square boxes in cubic frames, can be hung directly on the wall or placed on floor, shelf, table or desk, made of melamine and lacquered steel, available in seven sizes and eight colorways, $99-$474 per unit.