The perfect coffee table
Bellini wooden leg coffee table from Pod Furniture, €1,499, see podfurniture.ie
The round shape of this unique coffee table allows for a better flow around furniture. The marble top with mango wooden base is perfect for lots of decor styles.
The multifunctional sofa
Made to order at The Sofa Factory, Dublin 12. Retails for €1,385 plus 6m of fabric, see thesofafactory.com
The Zen sofa has a patented reclining mechanism, and can be converted from a sofa to a chaise to a bed in mere seconds. Meanwhile its compact dimensions mean it can be placed in rooms that are difficult to access such as attics and rooms with tiny doors. And it’s comfy too.
The super handy side table
Arlo side table, €320, see stagerslifestyle.com
The stunning marble and leather Arlo not only has an attractive design but functions as a magazine holder as well as a nifty side table that slides easily under your sofa or armchair. Incorporating simple yet cleverly designed pieces like this into your home or office maximises your space, while adding a high end finishing touch.
The vegan bed
Lewis bed frame, retails between €649 and €799, see harveynorman.ie
If you want the luxury of leather but not the price, the Lewis bedframe is for you. Made from the highest quality vegan leather, the fine angled metal legs lifting the base off the floor also makes any bedroom appear larger. It’s available in three different sizes and two colours.
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The window mirror
Arch window mirror, €1,100, see slouiseinteriors.com
This large arch window mirror will make a stunning feature on a plain wall and will also help brighten and open up a room that does not get much natural light.
The minimalist gym bench
FITTLE/Box, £995, see fittle.fit
The sleekest weight bench you have ever seen, the FITTLE/Box has truly managed to make gym equipment look good. It houses all the equipment you need for an at-home strength workout while still being minimalist and compact. No one will know you have a gym in the corner of your room.
The sofa that fits you
Tosca sofa, €4,999, exclusively at harveynorman.ie
This modern sofa meets the brief in that it’s comfortable and aesthetically pleasing but its clever design means you can play with its height until you find your perfect position for binge watching. With sleek, angled arms and a striking metal leg, it’s available in a choice of 12 colours including this stunning ochre.
The footstool that does it all
Footstool, POA, see thesofafactory.com
The footstool or ottoman is fast becoming a more plush alternative to the coffee table, but finding the right one to complement your carefully chosen colour scheme can be tricky. The Sofa Factory can make footstools and ottomans to any size with additional bespoke options including extra height and width, meaning they can also double as a handy storage option.
The dining table for those who like to entertain
Athens Oak Rectangle Extending Dining Table, €2,199, see ezliving-interiors.ie
The extendable Athens table will allow you to hold the dinner parties of your dreams. Made from solid oak, it stretches from 220cm in length to 310cm when fully extended, meaning you can easily seat up to 12 people.
