Thursday, July 26, 2012

Form and Function

So you're probably sick of hearing about my mini-room renovation, but out of this comes inspiration. You must know the principle "form follows function," where the shape of an object or building should be based on its intended purpose. But how about form in conjunction with function? How they can work together in unity and stay low-key. Furniture should look like furniture and shouldn't change its form for the sole purpose of function. When you have a small room, you have to get creative with your living space and the storage for your stuff. There are actually some pretty clever storage options out there. These witty storage ideas are incorporated into your living space and you wouldn't even know they were there as storage. This is also good to keep your stuff hidden while keeping your space clutter-free.
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photo via Sophie Mensen


























I actually like art history and the various styles, movements, and monuments. I've always had an interest in Classical or Greek and Roman art. The sculptures and buildings are extremely powerful and beautiful. Another thing I like are columns. So when I saw this column that doubled as storage space, I was in awe. Columns are an innovative way to add a unique touch to a room. It adds dimension, depth, and layers to a room. The best part about this column is the bottom portion which acts as a step stool. This allows you to reach the top of the storage column while still staying discreet.
Built-in media cabinet
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I've always had a thing for closets or rooms built into staircases. This was such a neat idea. Then I saw this storage idea where you incorporate your entire multimedia system including your television into your staircase. I thought this was brilliant, especially for smaller spaces. T.V.s take up a lot of space and are usually just sitting around. Why not hide them away to clear space? This keeps a living room more spacious and clutter-free.
Slope Desk 2 Effective Desk Design With Hidden Storage: Slope Desk
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Slope Desk 7 Effective Desk Design With Hidden Storage: Slope Desk
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I want this desk. It's stunning, genius, and functional. On the exterior, it's a simple white desk. Then you open it up and you have storage space for all your supplies that would otherwise be sitting on top of your desk. This frees up you table for a clean, clutter-free table top. I could use this because my tabletop is always full of stuff, which makes my small room look messy and packed.
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Ok so this sofa is actually based off the principle of "form follows function," but I still find it unique and prolific. And it goes well with the clever storage topic. This takes the pull-out sofa to the next level. It's basically the same concept but for actual storage and not bedding. Sofas take up quite a bit of space. Why not make this space useful for something other than sitting space? The headrest allows for extra hidden storage and makes this sofa a double-functioned piece. Furniture takes up a vast amount of space in your living area. This can cause some problems when you have a smaller living area. Why not double on the functionality of these pieces by combining them with storage space? These are clever, productive, and resourceful. Even if you don't have a small living space, these witty furniture pieces are still something to look into. They will allow for cleaner and clutter-free spaces making your living area to look brighter and bigger. This will give off a feeling of relaxation due to the sparkle and shine of a clean space!

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