How benches and ottomans provide form and function

A leather bench helps to provide a "point of entry" in an urban loft. Photos: Scott Gabriel Morris/TNS

Looking for a way to add both form and function to a space? Consider a bench or ottoman. Not only do these smaller scale furniture pieces provide functionality, in many cases they can be the best fit and furniture solution in size and scale.

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