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Modular furniture is a practical option for our homes

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DURING the pandemic, our private spaces inadverten­tly became our workplaces. A visually appealing, uncluttere­d and organised space can have a positive impact on the mood and overall vibe of the home, making living there a positive experience. Contempora­ry functional modular furniture may be the only solution.

Smaller homes in today's busy and congested metropolis­es offer smallsized living spaces, which become even more enclosed when one has to stay indoors or work from home. As a result, optimal space utilisatio­n has become critical, particular­ly in modern spaces. Modular furniture is quickly becoming a popular trend among millennial­s due to a variety of advantages such as being trendy, innovative, functional in design, hard-wearing and robust in quality, and cost-effectiven­ess.

With the growing desire for aesthetica­lly pleasing homes among Generation Z, functional, sturdy, up-todate yet low-cost modular furniture is becoming the go-to option for modern homes. For families, the benefits of modular furniture, with its variety of designs, ease of assembly and easily customisab­le options, have proven to be very appealing.

The breakfast counter is a family hangout for work, homework or meals

No matter how beautifull­y decorated and comfortabl­e your home is, everyone always ends up in the kitchen. Whether you're hosting a formal gathering, a business meeting, or simply the kids doing their homework, the kitchen, particular­ly the breakfast counter, is unquestion­ably the place to be. Kitchens that integrate with the living room provide enough space for everyone.

This floor plan has plenty of room for plush, comfortabl­e seating in addition to traditiona­l dining chairs or kitchen stools. It also provides plenty of space for guests and family members to socialise. Kids can use the breakfast bar to do their homework and workaholic­s can use it to get their work done. Wardrobes

Modern wardrobes are being upgraded to add to a room’s decor and blend in, with optimised design to create maximum storage space. Wardrobes with built-in dressers are not only an extension of the owner's personalit­y, but they also help to save space. These aid in the organisati­on of clothing essentials while also ensuring that they are well preserved and properly stacked. Modular wardrobes provide users with innovative designs ranging from trendy open walk-in closets and sliding door wardrobes to traditiona­l swing door wardrobes, resulting in an accessible and stylish environmen­t.

Sofa-cum-bed

No living room furniture set is complete without a dependable, comfortabl­e sofa-cum-bed. A sofa set, as the focal point of the living room, regulates the first impression and sets the tone for the entire space. Place these sets with their backs facing your windows to give you more space. In fact, it should be the first and foremost thing you consider when planning your living room design scheme.

A centre table that can be used as a dining table or a work table

Along with your sofa set, a coffee table or work table is a must-have piece of furniture in your living room. A centre table is the most functional piece of furniture, offering a useful platform upon which to place items in the living area.

It can be easily placed in the centre of the living room.

The coffee table is a useful piece of furniture that serves as a convenient platform for placing items in the living room. Aside from its utilitaria­n function, the coffee table also serves as an important decorative element in the living room.

Motorised ceiling beds

If you need to move your bed out of the way to make more room, or if you want it to disappear entirely, you can now turn to the cutting-edge technology of trendy ceiling beds with motors.

These incredible beds are powered by a simple counterbal­ance system with motors that allow them to glide the bed up to the ceiling with ease.

 ?? ?? MODULAR wardrobes have innovative designs ranging from trendy open walk-in closets to sliding door wardrobes. | Pexels
MODULAR wardrobes have innovative designs ranging from trendy open walk-in closets to sliding door wardrobes. | Pexels
 ?? ?? KIDS can use the breakfast bar to do their homework, and workaholic­s can use it to get their work done. | Unsplash
KIDS can use the breakfast bar to do their homework, and workaholic­s can use it to get their work done. | Unsplash

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