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"Living in a compact space doesn't necessarily mean you have to live uncomfortably," says Zoe Shields, country manager at BoConcept, a furniture company which specialises in contemporary ranges. "Good storage always helps - whether it's a bed allowing you hide away bedding or seasonal duvets, or a mobile cabinet, with deep drawers and extension leaves, which can double as a work station. Sofa beds are also shedding their old image of being bulky and large, and can now be sleek and sophisticated." Space stretchers: Wall beds work wonders: La Literal's collection for Sellex includes single, double, twin and bunk bed formats. Single bed, without mattress, £1,633, from Encompass Furniture. Alternatively, a bed offering storage drawers and a pull out bed underneath could be just as useful. Try the handsome Buddy bed, £899, from Dwell. Bulky wardrobes eat up space, but Sliderobes systems, from £1,500, offer made-to-measure wardrobe and cupboard solutions, and could be invaluable for fitting out awkward spaces. John Lewis's slim fivedrawer Loft chest, £799, with a mirror concealed in the top compartment offers another solution for bedroom clutter. Small solutions: Store out-of-season clothes in Space Saver Vacuum Hanging Bags, £20.95, or in an Underbed Storage Case, £12.95. Both from The Holding Company.
www.boconcept.co.uk / www.conranshop. co.uk / www.dfs.co.uk / www.dwell.co.uk / www. encompassco.com / www.foundhomestore. co.uk / www.theholdingcompany.co.uk / www. inhouseinteriors.com / www.johnlewis.com / www. macandmacinteriors.com / www.marksandspencer. com / www.lamco-design.co.uk / www. stellarcookware.co.uk / www.customiseyourhome. com / www.aplaceforeverything.co.uk — Small Spaces by Elizabeth Wilhide is published by Jacqui Small, priced £12.99, Available now
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