The main advantage of movable furniture is it can be put away when not needed. So go in for lightweight furniture that can be shifted into the bedrooms if necessary. You could also try foldable furniture that won't take up too much space when not in use.

Tiny wheels (castors) beneath furniture pieces are also a good option. For instance, if you are having an early evening get together where you are not serving an elaborate dinner, you won't require the dining table. So simply roll it away or push to the side.

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3. Work your existing furniture.

The idea of working furniture means giving your furniture more than one use. Yes, multi-functional furniture could work wonders in a small space.

For instance, if you have an old trunk, give it a new coat of polish, place on a glass tabletop and turn it into an unconventional coffee table that doubles up as storage.

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You could also invest in nesting tables. They look simply awesome; store one into the other and you could do with the extra tables when you have guests over.

Source: Good Earth