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29 Gorgeous Pieces Of Furniture That Double As Storage

Dec 19, 2023

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

Including options for stowing your doggies' and kitties' goodies, too 🐾

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Promising review: "I absolutely love this cabinet for my awkward bathroom space that needed additional storage. It really spruced up the room and I have already received so many compliments on it. It was fairly easy to assemble; I did it by myself in about an hour and a half… even though I probably could have gotten it done faster with an extra set of hands. The cabinet is very cute and trendy with the 'boho chic' look that I have going on in my house, and it is very sturdy and spacious inside." —Missy F.

Get a set of two from Amazon for $269.99 (and clip the coupon for 10% off!).

Promising review: "VERY well packaged and manufactured. Directions not the best (parts not labeled) but wasn't a big issue. Took about an hour to assemble (I have done lots of similar projects). The bed surpassed my expectations for detail, fit, and finish." —rickey busch

Get it from Amazon for $245.99+ (available in sizes Twin–Queen, with or without storage or trundle, and in 15 colors/styles).

Promising review: "This was very easy to put together. The drawers are very spacious and give it a nice finished look (they also prevent my dog from going under the bed and hiding toys — a big plus there). It's very sturdy as well. With me, my roommate, and both our dogs sitting on the bed it's around 400 pounds and the bed didn't so much as squeak in protest. My dog bounces around on it all the time and it doesn't budge. I really think this is well worth the money." —Christa Carroll

Get it from Amazon for $350+ (available in Twin and Full sizes, velvet or linen, and in three colors).

Get it from West Elm for $999.

Get it from Urban Outfitters for $599.

Promising review: "This is a must-have for any small space. My bathroom has no medicine cabinet, just a mirror and it's pretty small so storage is a huge deal. My girlfriend came across this item so I figured I would give it a shot since it's Prime eligible. This item came FAST and packaged extremely well (much better than expected) and the finish was flawless. I know it states it needs two people to install but I put this together and hung it in about an hour by myself with very minimal effort and I'm sure if I did it again it would be significantly less time. This fits soo much stuff it really is amazing and it does not impede any operation of the door. I can't fully explain how much I recommend this. I'm about to order the mirror version for my bedroom for colognes and little knickknacks to declutter the countertops." —happyshaver

Get it from Amazon for $259.99.

Promising review: "Super cute storage. Just what I needed with enough storage space for my needs. It was super easy to assemble, just screw the legs on. I love the texture of the fabric and shape of the ottoman. I would purchase this again." —mparker

Get it from Amazon for $159.99 (available in three colors).

The Webb Ranch is a San Angelo, Texas–based small biz from husband and wife duo Chris and Grace Webb. They make all sorts of custom pieces including these dog feeders which come in various sizes to suit all sorts of breeds!

Promising review: "The builder/seller was so awesome to work with. As soon as I placed the order, they reached out to make sure all my customizations were correct. They also were very responsive with updates on the delivery. The craftsmanship from the wood to the paint is flawless. My pup loves her new setup and the extra storage for the food is exactly what we were hoping for! Would absolutely order from this shop again!" —Aaron Salb

Get it from The Webb Ranch on Etsy for $63+ (originally $90+; available in two colors and seven top finishes).

Psst — this items ✨ships for free! ✨

Urbansize is a small, family–owned, London–based business that's been making space-saving furniture since 2015. This bedside table is made from 100% beechwood.

Promising review: "We love our new shelves! We're using them as nightstands in our tiny apartment, and they work great!! Shipping was also extremely fast coming from the UK to Texas, US." —Ali

Get it from Urbansize on Etsy for $164.07+ (available in small and large and in all white or with an oak top).

Please note this is *just* a headboard, not an entire bed frame!!

Get it from Urban Outfitters for $429.

Promising review: "My partner and I moved into a smaller home and as someone who loves to cook, I found that it was challenging moving into a smaller kitchen. This spice rack was a goldmine in helping expand storage space. It’s super sturdy and the wood looks really nice. 10/10 recommend." —Anijo16

Get it from Urban Outfitters for $99.

There is some assembly involved, and while reviewers say the instructions could be a bit clearer, a mix of the photos and intuition makes it totally doable. You've got this!

Promising review: "I’ve been looking for a storage cabinet to place in my office. I’m in love with this one! It’s perfect. I wanted adequate storage space on the inside and something with a nice top to display some items. I was worried the front of this was laminate, but it’s not. 😀 It’s textured wood and looks really nice. It’s very sturdy, too. Every time someone new steps in my office they have commented on this piece of furniture. If you have been contemplating ordering this…do it. You won’t be sorry!" —Sarah Barr

Get it from Amazon for $209.88.

Promising reviews: "I used this floating desk as a makeup vanity and it looks very nice, was easy to set up, and holds a lot of makeup!" —Yvette

"Excellent product! Shelves under the desk are very deep and can hold many items. I can’t speak to ease of assembly as someone did it for me but I’m very pleased with it and how space-saving it is in my small apartment." —AS

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in two finishes).

The shoe holder frees up floorspace and keeps shoes ventilated so you don't have to worry about your foot funk making its way to other rooms.

Promising review: "I needed something that was narrow enough to fit in the my entryway to hold all my shoes instead of jammed in the closet where I couldn't see them. I love this cabinet as it doesn't take up much space in the entryway, it provides a place for a lot of my shoes, and it has a narrow top that can hold items but is small enough not to encourage gathering too much stuff. It's highly functional and looks great in small spaces." —Minimalist

Get it from Ikea for $179.99.

Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE how small this table is with the ottomans tucked under. The finish is vibrant and nothing was scratched or damaged during the shipping process. The best thing — hands down — is the storage. I love being able to hide things that I normally wouldn't have a place for. All in all, if you have a small space and want something more transitional or contemporary for your kitchen that comes at an affordable price, look no further." —Shelbi Lyn

Get the five-piece set from Amazon for $306.93.

Promising review: "I absolutely love these storage baskets. We didn’t want a big coffee table in our living room to have to walk around. We love to snuggle up with blankets when we sit to watch TV and I hate when they just pile up on the couch so these are wonderful little storage baskets for blankets." —Twix

Get them from Amazon for $89.95+ (available in various styles and sets of two or three).

Promising review: "This piece looks great and completely solves the problem I had of my Blu-rays, DVDs, and games being scattered all around because there was no place to put them all. It looks sleek and takes up very little floor space, due to its storage capacity being in height rather than width. My collection used to take up desk space, dresser space, and bookshelf space. Now, it's all in one attractive, compact unit that I can also use to properly display my collectibles :) All you need for assembly is a medium-size Philips head screwdriver. It's easy to assemble and (very important) easy to move, as you can carry the boxes one at a time to wherever you need them." —Rebekah

Get it from Amazon for $76.32.

Promising review: "Love this. Our bathroom had only a pedestal sink and no surface area before purchasing and our previous litter box was an ugly plastic monstrosity. Once this arrived and was put together, my bathroom suddenly became more functional and attractive! We use the top to hold our toiletries such as toothbrushes, hair brushes, and other styling tools. The shelf below holds litter specific things, such as poo bags, a scooper, and a small handheld brush for sweeping out any litter that managed to sneak out of the actual box inside. The cat never seemed bothered by the switch. In fact, I think he might actually have a little more space inside despite his plastic box being huge." —Merrie

Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in six finishes).

Promising review: "This coffee table is the best thing ever if you eat on the couch in front of a TV. It's well built, is packaged so it will arrive undamaged, and is better than a 'regular' coffee table in every respect. The top is easy to open and the slowly closing hydraulic shocks are great. The storage is useful for things that you want nearby but not sitting out (extra remotes, etc.). The opening top is the real star... it's like you're eating at your kitchen table. There's less crumbs on the floor and less salsa my clothes." —Mammynun

Get it from Amazon for $234.99 (clip the coupon for $25 off this price!).

Promising review: "Great size. Lots of storage room. Comfortable. Has held up well with my three young children standing and jumping on it. My cat also loves to sleep on it." —Dana H.

Get it from Amazon for $188.10 (available in nine colors).

Promising review: "I love this versatile stool! It’s stylish, well-made, and extremely easy to assemble. When used for seating, it’s comfortable and sturdy; when used as an end table it adds such a fun design element for any space. The storage is also a bonus if you are living in small space like I am. I highly recommend!" —Melissa

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in six colors).

Edloe Finch is a Black–owned small furniture business based in Houston, Texas. The brand comes from husband-and-wife duo Darryl and Jessica Sharpton. The former NFL linebacker is also the man behind Albany Park.

Get it from Edloe Finch for $295.

Promising review: "I was shopping around for a couple of months trying to find auxiliary seating and storage for my stylish, but tiny space. There are many similar options on the market for sculptural, multi-purpose pieces. At this price, I figured I'd take a chance, and I'm glad I did. These are lightweight AND sturdy. The texture matches my matte-white chairs. This definitely looks more expensive than it is. The hidden storage may be lovely, but I'm not really 'storing' anything in there, except some linens and a bag of marbles to add weight. Update: I just bought a second one. They make great side tables, foot rests, and impromptu stools." —M Roy Clark

Get it from Amazon for $42+ (available in four colors).

Here's more from BuzzFeed editor Maitland Quitmeyer:

"This is the best product *I* bought this year, actually! When I saw this disco ball bar cart on TikTok (and BTW, that TikToker also says it's their best purchase of the year!!), I just knew I had to have it. It's from a small biz based in the UK and while it did take a while to arrive (as I expected), it was *well* worth the wait. The light bouncing off the mirror fragments and onto my walls is just dang beautiful. Between the bottom tray and the space inside the globe (yes, the globe OPENS UP!), there's a nice amount of storage for bottles and glassware. And unlike regular bar carts, the things you keep inside the globe will actually stay dust free. I bought the "champagne" color (which is a nice neutral cream-beige) but it comes in tons of colors that'll go perfectly with your home decor. "

Get it from Glam Globes on Etsy for $262.28 (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "Purchased this for our bathroom to alleviate some storage issues. Super sturdy and easy to install. It’s probably too small for towel storage, but it really opened up space in our drawers and helped clear off the counter top. Would definitely recommend and purchase again." —Jmilian16

Get it from CB2 for $129.

Wood & Room is a family-run small business from parents Alinka and Andrew. Along with furniture, they sell baby gyms, climbing walls, and more!

Get it from Wood & Room for $100.80+ (pieces are available individually and in sets).

Promising reviews: "I love this island! It’s so pretty and really helped add storage and counter space to my kitchen." —Katherine

"We LOVE our island, we use it every day! It’s our chopping block, prep spot and back-up storage area. I’m very happy with it." —Chrystal G.

Get it from Target for $217 (originally $310).

The powder-coated steel and wood console also features magnetic cord management, media device shelving, and optional cabinet add-ons.

Promising review: "Such great design and solid construction are so hard to find in the same item. The media console is clean, sleek, and complements other furnishings. I love the magnetized cord organizers as well. American-made, timeless style, durable, and modular. Perfection." —Wade S.

Get it from Floyd for $743.75+ (originally $875; available in three styles, three colors, and two wood finishes).

Article is a direct-to-consumer furniture brand that cuts out the middle man so you can get gorgeous, high-end pieces for up to 30 percent off traditional retail prices.

Promising review: "It is a beautiful and stylish bed frame with side tables. It is definitely a statement piece in the best kind of way. It is very sturdy and engineered very well! Completely love it!" —David S.

Get it from Article for $1,399+ (available in sizes Queen and King)

Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.

Promising reviewI absolutely love this cabinet for my awkward bathroom space that needed additional storage.it is very sturdy and spacious insidePromising reviewThe bed surpassed my expectations for detail, fit, and finish.Promising reviewThe drawers are very spacious and give it a nice finished lookI really think this is well worth the money.Promising reviewThis fits soo much stuff it really is amazing and it does not impede any operation of the door. I can't fully explain how much I recommend this. I'm about to order the mirror version for my bedroom for colognes and little knickknacks to declutter the countertops.Promising reviewI love the texture of the fabric and shape of the ottoman. Promising review My pup loves her new setup and the extra storage for the food is exactly what we were hoping for! ✨ships for free! ✨Promising review:Promising reviewPromising review:I’ve been looking for a storage cabinet to place in my office. I’m in love with this one! It’s perfect. I wanted adequate storage space on the inside and something with a nice top to display some items. Promising reviewsI’m very pleased with it and how space-saving it is in my small apartment.Promising reviewI love this cabinet as it doesn't take up much space in the entryway, it provides a place for a lot of my shoes, and it has a narrow top that can hold items but is small enough not to encourage gathering too much stuff.Promising reviewThe best thing — hands down — is the storage. Promising review:Promising reviewIt looks sleek and takes up very little floor space, due to its storage capacity being in height rather than width.It's easy to assemble and (very important) easy to move, as you can carry the boxes one at a time to wherever you need them.Promising reviewOnce this arrived and was put together, my bathroom suddenly became more functional and attractive! We use the top to hold our toiletries such as toothbrushes, hair brushes, and other styling tools. The shelf below holds litter specific things, such as poo bags, a scooper, and a small handheld brush for sweeping out any litter that managed to sneak out of the actual box inside.Promising reviewThe storage is useful for things that you want nearby but not sitting out (extra remotes, etc.). Promising review:Promising reviewPromising reviewThere are many similar options on the market for sculptural, multi-purpose pieces. At this price, I figured I'd take a chance, and I'm glad I did. These are lightweight AND sturdy. The texture matches my matte-white chairs. This definitely looks more expensive than it is.Promising reviewSuper sturdy and easy to install.Promising reviewsPromising reviewAmerican-made, timeless style, durable, and modular. Perfection.Promising review

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