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25 Multifunctional Furniture
Ideas for Any Space
No matter the size of the room, opting for multifunctional furniture will help maximize your child’s space. The right furniture and decor can increase organization and reduce clutter. We’ve rounded up 25 ideas for you to make the most of your child’s room with furniture that can grow along with your child.
1. Hutch Desks
Hutch desks are a great way to keep your child’s school supplies organized while also displaying decor and keepsakes. Try a hutch desk with spacious drawers, roomy shelves and a corkboard to optimize their study space.
2. Ottoman
Ottomans can double as a footrest or small stool. Some even have removable tops with interior storage so that you can store blankets or toys to keep your child’s room tidy.
3. Loft Bed
Perfect for small spaces, loft beds allow you to make the most of what is usually the largest piece of furniture in your child’s room. Your child will love climbing up the stairs or ladder to get into bed and depending on the style you choose, you could also include desk space underneath for your child’s study sessions.
4. Rocking Chair
Once your child has outgrown the need for a rocking chair in their nursery, replace the rockers with legs to turn it into a stationary chair. Add a slipcover and move it to another room in the house, and it’ll seem like a brand new chair.
5. Playhouse Loft Bed
Choose a bed that your child will look forward to climbing into at the end of the day. A playhouse or treehouse loft bed make fun additions to any bedroom and create the perfect setting for hours of play. If your child is a fan of fairy tales, you could add a castle loft bed to their room.
6. Table High Chair
Short on space in your kitchen or dining room? A collapsible and transportable table high chair is easy to break out at meal time and then store for later.
7. Trundle Bed
A perfect bedroom addition for slumber parties, trundle beds offer a simple solution to housing extra guests. Plus, they easily tuck away when not in use. You could also take the mattress out and use the space for storage.
8. Grow With You Table
Kids grow fast, and it’s especially helpful if their furniture does, too. Our Grow With You Table has a lower height option that’s perfect for toddlers and later on, the legs can be switched to a height that works with bigger chairs.
9. Lofted Bed Set
Bunk beds give the room more floor space, and with added storage they can create a functional focal point in your child’s room. Choose a loft system with two beds (perfect for sleepovers or siblings), a desk and a bookshelf all in one smart furniture piece.
10. Changing Table Dresser
Nursery dressers with removable toppers allow you to have a changing table space for your newborn. You can later remove the topper when your child has outgrown its need. Opt for a neutral-colored dresser and you’ll be able to use it in your child’s room for years to come.
11. Dollhouse Nightstand
This adorable nightstand also doubles as a functional dollhouse with two shelves inside that your little one can fill with their favorite toys. With deep shelves, this nightstand also offers plenty of space for your child to store their bedside essentials.
12. Armoire
Armoires offer stylish storage solutions for any room. Store your child’s wardrobe staples inside, and as they grow up, the mirror on the outside will be a helpful get-ready tool.
13. Convertible Crib
A convertible crib is a one-time investment that will grow with your child all the way through the teen years. The bed begins as a crib and turns into a toddler bed with guardrail when your child is ready. After your child outgrows the toddler bed, you can either turn the convertible crib into a full-sized bed with a headboard or purchase a full bed conversion kit to add a footboard and side rails.
14. Storage Bed
A bed with storage underneath is a versatile piece of furniture to add to your child’s bedroom. The more drawers the better.
15. Shelf Floor Lamp
Perfect for small spaces, a shelf floor lamp eliminates the need for a table lamp and frees up space for the items you’ll need handy during long bonding sessions with your newborn. Be on the lookout for a shelf lamp that has a charging station for your phone and tablets.
16. Sleeper Chair
A sleeper chair is a wonderful small space solution for your nursery. Fold it out into a sleeper for grandparents or friends staying the night.
17. Folding Crib
A sleek and portable folding crib is a must-have for small spaces. Choose one with rolling feet to allow for easy movement throughout your home.
18. Tech Hutch
With more kids doing schoolwork at home, investing in a tech hutch will take your child’s study session to the next level. Hutches with USB ports allow their devices to stay fully charged and optional add-ons like a cork board and storage allow your child to personalize their space.
19. Cameron Wall Storage System
A wall storage system allows you to create a perfectly customized storage solution for your child’s sleep, play and study spaces. Add your own spin by mix and matching drawers and cubbies, which will also help when it comes to clean-up time.
20. Toy Box
Toy boxes are a sleek storage option for your child’s favorite things. Opt for a well-crafted wooden toy box and personalize it with your child’s name that will act as a practical keepsake for years to come. It can even double as a bench in mudrooms or entryways.
21. Daybed
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Daybeds are a great addition to a growing child’s room. A couch by day and a bed by night, daybeds serve double duty while also acting as a great space-saver. You could also opt for a trundle underneath for your child’s slumber party guests.
22. Nursery Recliner
A recliner rocker or glider is a smart investment for the inevitable late nights in the nursery. Opt for a comfortable chair with thick padding and durable fabric. As your child grows along with their room theme, you can reupholster it to match whatever goes with their new decor.
23. Anywhere Chair
Your child will love having a chair all to themselves. With changeable slipcovers, the Anywhere Chair® can easily be updated to your child’s new favorite color or room theme.
24. Step Stool
Easily moveable from room-to-room, step stools serve as a handy piece of furniture for your child to reach too-high spots in their room or bathroom.
25. Reversible Rug
Our Ruggish Reversible Play Mat is a smart investment for your child’s playroom or bedroom. With a subtle geometric pattern on one side and an interactive play map on the other, the rug is a versatile accent that will work in many spaces in your home.
As you’re furnishing your child’s bedroom and playroom, opting for multifunctional furniture will pay off. Look for items that will grow with your child or that serve multiple purposes and you’ll have durable pieces that can be used in a variety of ways for years to come.