Lorraine tufted storage cube, Pottery Barn. Author: Pottery Barn
A round-up of smart storage ottomans that combine style with function.
If there’s one thing that no home ever seems to have enough of, it’s storage. From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, homeowners and renters alike are trying new ways to create stylish storage solutions that keep their homes organized. Whether you’re looking to house towels in the bathroom or hide remote controls in the living room or even keep pool toys together in the backyard, a storage ottoman is the perfect design solution for keeping your house clutter-free.
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10 savvy storage ottomans
Sleek and smooth
Though most ottomans are heavily padded, there are sleeker versions available that offer a more minimalist look. This storage bench borrows its thin tufted style from the ‘40s and ‘50s and would be well-suited for the end of the bed. Dean upholstered storage ottoman, from $395, Restoration Hardware.
10 savvy storage ottomans
Pretty patterned
Add a bit of pattern and depth to your home with a graphic printed storage ottoman. This ottoman from Urban Barn comes in hundreds of patterns for you to choose from and features a tab on the lid for easy access. Vortex custom storage ottoman, from $876, Urban Barn.
10 savvy storage ottomans
Tufted storage cube
Storage ottomans are a great space to house your cold weather clothing during the summer months and vice versa. This tufted storage cube evokes the glam Hollywood Regency style and features a hinged top to tuck sweaters away for the summer. Lorraine tufted storage cube, from $603, Pottery Barn.
10 savvy storage ottomans
Versatile style
Salt and pepper in colour and versatile in style, this storage ottoman does it all. Use as a prop for your feet, as an extension of your sofa or as a coffee table in front of the TV. Movie storage ottoman, $599, CB2.
10 savvy storage ottomans
Wicker
Give your home a global vibe with a woven storage ottoman made from natural materials. This chunky textural drum is handcrafted from abaca leaves and would look great in a sunroom or used as bathroom storage. Fischer storage ottoman, $199, Crate and Barrel.
10 savvy storage ottomans
Girly glam
The best storage ottomans are the ones that hide their functionality. This feminine bench is all about style, with nailhead detail and a velvety soft fabric – you almost forget that there’s storage beneath! Laura storage ottoman, $199, Home Depot.
10 savvy storage ottomans
Hourglass shape
If the standard boxed shape isn’t your style, opt for a curvier ottoman that speaks more to your taste. This unique hourglass storage ottoman has a padded storage lid that makes for great extra seating. Hourglass blue storage ottoman, $160, Costco.
10 savvy storage ottomans
Outdoor wicker
Keep your outdoor fabrics tucked away in a wicker storage ottoman in the backyard, perfect for storing pool towels, extra cushions or blankets for those cool summer nights. Rushreed outdoor storage ottoman, $138, Walmart.
10 savvy storage ottomans
Modern leather
A classic fabric for storage ottomans, the leather look gets a modern update in this long beauty with silver legs. Available in a range of colours, it would work well in any room of the house, from a walk-in closet to a front foyer. Salema storage ottoman, $749, EQ3.
10 savvy storage ottomans
Bright and bold
Go bold in your living room with a vibrantly hued storage ottoman. This modern beauty would make a colourful complement to a neutral sofa and lets you store throws, cushions and remote controls beneath its lid. Stella storage ottoman, $399, EQ3.
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