Guide Note

Transformer Furniture changes from one commonly used object to another. It is gaining popularity for people with small apartments and college dorms.

Fast Facts

1. Common Variants:
   1. Couch to Bed
   2. Chair to Ladder
   3. Chair to End Table
   4. Coffee Table to Bench

Even though it feels fresh, transforming furniture is not a new concept. The standard Sofa Bed is an example of a piece of transforming furniture. Recently, however, different variants have been popularized with the emphasis on style. Sofas that transform into bunk beds, or a bed which transforms into a cabinet are modern examples of transformer furniture. Besides style, transforming furniture has an appeal in an area of limited space.

When considering an investment of this type, it's important to note that most pieces of furniture work best when used with one purpose in mind, and as intended. To use a piece of furniture for several different purposes puts a tremendous amount of strain and general wear and tear on a device. A futon would be an excellent example of this. Although it doubles as a couch and a bed, everyday use as both is not recommended. Generally speaking, transforming furniture works best as an expression of style, or novelty, than a practical example of efficient living.