Faced with a small living space? Fret not, with multifunctional furniture

This sofa from Artifort has a shelf on the back, making it good for more than just sitting on. Photos: dpa

Sometimes, a sofa is more than just a sofa. And a chair can be more than a chair. At this year’s IMM trade fair in Cologne, Germany, designers were really thinking outside the box about what furniture can do.

Living spaces are becoming smaller, which leads to an increased demand for multifunctional furniture. And interior designers are jumping on this trend with furniture that is not only functional, but also chic.