The Up-And-Coming Furniture Trend That Will Change The Way You Enjoy Your Space

Living spaces have slowly undergone a revolution in the last decade. They're getting smaller, less permanent, and more multi-purpose. As a result, furniture has also had to evolve to accommodate living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms that are also offices, play areas, and home gyms. The same table, desk, and sofa must fit different homes and ever-changing roommate configurations. This modifiable, adaptable furniture is called modular furniture, and its multifunctionality is a powerful trend right now. 

You're likely to have come across viral clips on social media of tables, dressers, and sofas that unfold and multiply to make space for more people or to simply change their purpose. In tiny homes, a bed that folds into a wall, a table that disappears into a bookcase, or a sofa that transforms from one large seating (or sleeping) area into several smaller chairs are absolute game-changers. With the flexibility, mobility, and efficiency that these solutions provide comes peace of mind and a greater enjoyment of the living space. So, more than a fun experiment in the possibilities of design, modular furniture is a necessity and arguably the ultimate example of urban modern decor. 

Modular furniture can be accessible, like IKEA's iconic Billy bookshelf, manufactured in multiple sizes and layouts and fitted with different accessories to best serve the needs of each individual space. Or it can be custom-made and high-tech, like an apartment with moveable walls that double as storage. Whatever the price range, they are space-saving furniture ideas that can maximize your square footage, and unlike traditional large, stagnant furniture, they allow for a level of customization that used to be reserved for those who could afford to have everything made to measure.

What's more, the inherent adaptability of furniture that can be built up or down also makes it more sustainable. You no longer have to dispose of a specific piece because you need to change homes, and it won't fit in your new layout. Similarly, the same object can fit multiple purposes, which ultimately translates into less clutter, less consumption, and fewer expenses. 

The modular couch, also known as a sectional, is the most famous example of this furniture. It comes in small parts that can be organized into a wealth of different shapes. U- and L-shapes are popular options for relaxing and watching TV, while a circular display is preferable for socializing. Then you have modular bookshelves, as mentioned above; modular cribs that accompany a child's growth; convertible kitchen islands with retractable countertops; adaptable clothes racks; modular bunk beds that you can assemble like Legos; and even modular cocktail bars and modular cat shelves. Necessity truly is the mother of invention here. These pieces are exciting and creative, but most of all, they're practical and vital for modern living.