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Small Space Furniture #17 Super Rooms

Italian furniture manufacturer Tumidei creates multifunctional room systems that combine sleeping, working, and storage into integrated units. These designs feature loft beds above enclosed closets, spiral staircases leading to office platforms with bookshelves, and configurations that allow two people to share a room while maintaining separate spaces.

System Components

  • Loft Beds: Elevated sleeping platforms above functional spaces
  • Under-Bed Closets: Fully enclosed storage below sleeping loft
  • Spiral Staircases: Compact access to elevated platforms
  • Office Platforms: Work areas with integrated bookshelves
  • Hidden Storage: Concealed compartments throughout
  • Dual Occupancy: Shared room configurations with private zones

Tumidei Multifunctional Room System

Tumidei multifunctional room with loft bed and spiral staircase

Photo via Tumidei

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Small Wedge House

Villa Mecklin by Huttunen-Lipasti-Pakkanen Architects demonstrates how distinctive geometry and natural materials create compelling small architecture. This wedge-shaped waterfront house in Finland features pine walls, floors, and ceilings throughout, with large windows that frame the lake scenery. The angular porch extends living space outdoors while the minimalist interior maintains focus on the surrounding landscape.

Design Details

  • Name: Villa Mecklin
  • Location: Finland (waterfront)
  • Architect: Huttunen-Lipasti-Pakkanen Architects
  • Form: Wedge/angular shape
  • Interior: Pine walls, floors, and ceilings
  • Windows: Large glazing for lake views
  • Style: Minimalist Scandinavian

Wedge House Exterior

Villa Mecklin wedge-shaped house on Finnish waterfront

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