Multifunctional furniture for singles - how to arrange a small apartment without compromise?

Your own "M", even the smallest, is a new beginning for many people who value independence and comfort. A small apartment for a single person, despite its small size, has its advantages. It is usually cheaper, does not require huge financial outlays for renovation or purchase of equipment, and optimally furnished guarantees comfort and full functionality. This is an excellent option for one person or a couple. A small studio apartment will accommodate everything that will provide the best conditions for living and even for professional work: a relaxation corner, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom area or a place where you can arrange a home office. In this article, we suggest what interior design solutions will work well in a small apartment. Enjoy reading!

Multifunctionality is the key - why is it worth investing in?

It has long been known that furniture that serves several functions at the same time works best in a limited space. It does not take up much space, allows you to save space, and also... money. An example would be a table with an extendable top. You can eat a meal at it, drink coffee with friends in a larger group, and when necessary, work remotely. One piece of furniture - many possibilities. And we should look for such solutions when arranging a studio apartment for a single person.

Multifunctional furniture will appeal to minimalists, but not only. It will work well wherever there is not enough space for several pieces of furniture. The table mentioned above can therefore act as a dining table, desk, worktop, or even dressing table. It is up to you what function you give it.

One space = several roles (bedroom, office, living room)

Decorating a studio apartment is a challenge, but it is not difficult to cope with it when we have modern 2-in-1 furniture at our disposal. Very often, one space becomes a living room, bedroom and office at the same time. An elegant sofa or corner sofa with a sleeping function will entertain friends, when unfolded, it will provide a comfortable sleep, and when necessary, it will become a place to work, where you can comfortably spread out with your laptop.

When arranging a multifunctional living area, you should take into account the current needs of the household member or members. A fold-out piece of furniture for sleeping will undoubtedly pass the test. The BERGI corner sofa covered with Tiffany velvet fabric in three colors to choose from offers a large sleeping surface (140x200), a bedding container, soft cushions and solid metal legs. This timeless model will work well in both modern and classic arrangements. The subtle design harmonizes with various interior trends. In the BERGI collection, you will also find stylish sofas and pouffes that also function as a footrest.

Functional zones in a studio apartment - how to separate them without walls?

Open living spaces are unmatched when it comes to spaciousness, lightness and comfort of life. Instead of several cramped rooms, we get one large one that can be freely arranged. However, you don't have to completely give up on even a symbolic division of space into zones. Modern multifunctional furniture, as well as the colors and finishing materials used, will work perfectly for this purpose. A TV wall will be highlighted with wallpaper in an intriguing pattern, lamellas or stucco. A seating corner with a sofa will be complemented by a soft carpet spread under the furniture. You can also divide the open living area using a lighting fixture: a wall lamp in the reading corner or a low-hanging ceiling lamp above the table in the dining area, these are just some of the possibilities.

When decorating a living room with a kitchenette, TV corner and home office, it is important to maintain aesthetic consistency. This applies to the colors of the walls, floors, furniture and accessories. It is important to stick to one chosen style and consistently match individual elements of the equipment to it.

The modern kitchen will be complemented by SILVIA 2 furniture with metal handles and a silent closing mechanism. The matt black fronts of the cabinets will add depth to the interior. It will perfectly correspond with the aesthetics of a loft, Scandinavian, minimalist, etc. Dark countertops in a shade of marble will emphasize the exclusive character of the decor, and designer kitchen appliances will ensure the convenience of using this part of the living area.

Using furniture as boundaries: shelves, sofas, tables. Division of day and night zones

Multifunctional furniture, such as a lattice shelf, will work great as a practical partition. They will separate functional zones in an open interior, for example, separating the living room from the office or the kitchen from the dining room. On the shelves of the shelf, which is adjacent to the wall with its short side, you can organize books and other knick-knacks, which will look aesthetically pleasing from both sides of the furniture. Behind it, you can arrange a home office, a bookcase or a bedside area with a bedroom bed.

A practical option is to place a dining table with chairs on the border between the kitchen and the relaxation area. This will make it easier to serve meals to guests, while also ensuring a smooth transition from the cooking area to the TV corner. The border can also be a sofa set with its back to the dining room and kitchenette. When watching TV or drinking coffee with friends at the coffee table, any mess in the kitchen space will not be conspicuous.

Sofa with sleeping function - a basic in a small apartment

In a small, one-room studio apartment, the key role is played by a sofa bed with a container. During the day, it offers comfortable seating for a larger group of people, and in the evening it turns into a bedroom bed in the blink of an eye. The BREGI model is just one of the proposals of our furniture store. It stands out for its ease of use, solid construction and easy unfolding. In a small space, any storage space is worth its weight in gold, so a bedding container will be essential here. You can hide a duvet, pillows, as well as home textiles, small exercise equipment, etc. in it.

The desk that disappears - a smart place to work

Is your small “M” lacking space for a desk to work? Nothing is lost! We offer several practical options. You can get a shelf or a wardrobe with a foldable top. When you are not working, you fold the top, which gives you additional space. A foldable desk can also be attached directly to the wall or to the side of another piece of furniture (e.g. a wardrobe). It is worth arranging such a micro-office in an unused alcove or under a window in the living room.

If necessary, a table, dressing table or decorative console can serve as a desk. A portable laptop table will also be a practical solution. Looking for more unconventional ideas for a hidden office? Arrange it in... a closet! The Internet is bursting with practical inspiration for use in a small apartment.

Storage wisely - how to avoid chaos?

Small apartments often suffer from insufficient storage space. Dishes, kitchen accessories, textiles, clothing, souvenirs, electronics and many other things need to be placed somewhere, while maintaining order in the interior. Functional furniture for a studio apartment comes to the rescue, including the spacious FIGO wall unit, consisting of an RTV chest of drawers and two hanging cabinets. Suspended modules with a simple shape optically lighten the space, introduce lightness and spaciousness, and at the same time are extremely capacious. Fronts in the shade of oak will introduce a cosy atmosphere. They will correspond with the most fashionable trends in interior design, which are a nod to nature.

Do you value exclusive furniture with a minimalist design? The spacious XEYLO chest of drawers on golden legs will complement the decor of the living area, hallway, bedroom. The fashionable shade of cashmere corresponds with shiny elements. This model will fit wonderfully into the decor, in which there are light, fluffy boucle fabrics with characteristic knots creating a soft, pleasant to the touch texture. Inside the furniture there are 8 shelves, which will hold a lot of various trinkets.

Hanging shelves are perfect for small spaces as they don't take up much space. They can be mounted almost anywhere (above the couch, above the desk, and even above the door). They will be used to store books, souvenirs from travel, collections of gadgets, etc. It is not only the external appearance of the furniture that is important, but also what is hidden inside. To avoid mess and quickly find the thing you need, it is worth equipping wardrobes, cabinets and shelves with special organizers, baskets, containers and storage boxes.

Less is more - minimalism that gives you freedom

Minimalism will work great in a small studio apartment. Moderation of forms, consistency of colours, limited number of accessories are a ready recipe for a spacious apartment in which you will feel comfortable and safe. Go for compact solutions: spacious but not too deep furniture that will fit a narrow bathroom or a tight hallway. An example is a hanging cabinet under the washbasin and a round mirror from the ASTO MINI collection. White milled fronts will fit perfectly into any modern bathroom. Add black fittings, an elegant washbasin, a green plant - and you're done! White will additionally brighten the space, add lightness to it, and relieve the decor of a small room.

Minimalist arrangements also have the advantage of being easy to transform. Are you bored with the decor of your relaxation area? Just introduce new textiles (decorative pillows, a throw, a carpet), a compact coffee table with storage under the top or a designer lamp. This way, you can refresh the look of your living room at a low cost.

The best furniture for singles - practical suggestions from the Mebline offer

Each of us has slightly different expectations for our own four walls. Furniture for a small apartment, which is available in the Furnitop.co.uk store, is a response to the diverse needs of customers. Modular systems, clever tables and pouffes with storage function, modern sofa beds, spacious chests of drawers, single beds (including models on a mezzanine), are just some of the proposals. Are you looking for an idea for a functional interior for a single person? Discover unconventional solutions at Furnitop.co.uk.