Magic Table

Ever thought to extend, shrink or fold your ordinary fixed table? 

If yes you have to read this. In today's innovative world, there are many ways to simplify/modify your house. Table is a must for us. However most tables are fixed and unable to do the above stated actions.

What is a "Magic Table"?

Modernistic table, which has the ability to fold, expand or shrink. Allow you to save space in your living/ bedroom. Some of "Magic Table" acts as stool or allow you to have large/small table when converted. Different table has different functionality.

These are the top three "Magic Table":

• Expandable Tables
• Wall Mount Tables
• Foldable Tables

What are the advantages and features of  "Magic Table"?

What is the price of the "Magic Table"?

Expandable Table: $500 - $1800

Wall Mount Table: $30 - $450

Foldable Table: $400 - $1750

* Price may vary

Where to purchase?

Preview....... Different types of "Magic Table"

References:
1)http://www.archiproducts.com/en/products/46001/glass-coffee-table-why-not-draenert.html
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SofaBed

Love sleeping in the your living room while watching your favorite shows/movies?

Let me introduce to you the SofaBed.

What is a SofaBed?

SofaBed is the combination of an ordinary sofa and a bed. Firstly, designers came up with a sofa which were more comfortable to sit compared to the wooden chairs. Years later, came up with a L-Shape sofa for us to sit and lie only at the side of the sofa.

Today, SofaBeds have been designed such a way for us to sit and allowing more people to sleep on the bed which can be unfolded from the sofa conveniently.

What are the advantages of SofaBed?

These are the 3 main advantage:

1) When comparing 3 seat sofa, the L-Shape sofa allow maximum of 1 to 2 people to sleep with slight comfort. However, SofaBed supports up to 2-4  with comfort sleep. 

2) When it is in an upright position, it displays as a standard couch allowing people to sit. On the other hand, when it is unfolded, it acts in the shape of a bed allowing more than 2 people to sleep.

You can enjoy both the utilities from a single accessory, which is durable, cost-effective and user friendly.

3) Doubt if a SofaBed can fit for smaller rooms and spaces? No worries. The SofaBed can be placed in your  guestroom , store room, bedroom and many more. SofaBed are designed with a user-friendly point of view and can be purchased in  different shapes , styles and sizes as per your wish.

What is the price of the SofaBed?

The cost can vary according to the different styles, shapes and sizes. According to Singapore IKEA, simple SofaBed cost approximately $149 onward, while grand SofaBed  would cost approximately $799 onward.

Where to purchase?

These are the 2 recommended places which has various designs and accessories.

Preview...... Different designs of SofaBed

References:

1)http://www.kukahome.sg

2)http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/manstad-sofa-bed-with-storage-45592

3)http://www.ikrunk.com/practical-space-saving-sofa-bed-designs.html

4)http://www.kingsburyfurniture.ie/avoca-sofabed-.php

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13)http://www.furniturestrend.com/contemporary-sofa-bed.html/contemporary-sofa-bed-sectional

14)http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/hagalund-small-scale-sofa-bed-51747

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16)http://elementaldream.blogspot.sg/2011_11_01_archive.html

Hidden Bed

Which is the largest piece of furniture in our Master/Bedroom, takes up most floor space which is only used for 8 hrs a day?

Ans: Bed.

A bed is a need in a house but due to the space constraint, many of us are intending to have either a Double Decker Bed or a Sliding Bed. Though, these ideas could save space, it did not cause a huge difference. 

Came to know one of the room designer from LSD Enterprise, who suggested me a satisfying solution known as Murphy Bed also know as Wall Mount Bed.

What is the definition of  "Murphy Bed"?

Well, it is a bed that can be lifted up and stored against the wall when not in use. Acts as a cabinet when not in use.

Uses heavy duty (spring loads, hydraulic, mechanism) to allow user to lift up or pull down the bed with ease. From my perspective, I  would say that having a Murphy Bed, provided me more space in my room.

What are the advantages?

These are the main advantages of having a Murphy Bed from my experience.

1) Larger floor space.

2) Made easier for me to clean my room.

3) Clean and Spacious environment look.

What is the cost?

Cost depend on the bed size and also the furniture if needed. There are different types of designs, to match with your wall color/background. These are the cost of my Murphy Bed. 

• Cost of bed: $450
• Cost of installation: $50
• Cost of furniture: $100
• Cost of exterior design with spring loads: $60
• Cost of transport: FREE
• *Total: $660

*Price may vary.

Where to purchase?

I bought it from LSD Enterprise which offered me a great deal. This company has a new feature called  Remote Hydraulic Murphy Bed which came out few week before my purchase. This feature allow users to lift or drop their beds using a small remote control.

These are the companies specialize in Murphy Beds:

Preview.... Furniture and Designs 

                                  

Resources:
1)http://theluxhome.com/futuristic-modular-folding-bed-with-minimalist-wardrobes-function-by-boxetti/
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