This "bedroom and a half" is great for single or part-time parents with small children. The "Brekka" twin bed has drawers underneath it where the children can store their clothes and toys, giving them the feeling that this is their room, too. When the children are with their other parent, the bed converts to a sofa with the additions of big cushions and an attractive bedspread.

This "Stora" loft bed is a fabulous way to take advantage of vertical space. Note the use of the shelf (top left) as a bedside table. The two "Kymbo" cabinet/side-tables have castors, and they open from both sides (into the "room" beneath the bed as well as to the outside). Roll one into the living room when you need an extra side-table.

This "Hallen" mirror does double duty as a clothes rack. Perfect for the bedroom or front hall.

These "Slugis" boxes store under a bed or a sofa. The castors allow them to slide easily in and out as needed.

The "Flatdal" trundle bed stores beneath the "Bialitt" twin bed. This is a good alternative to bunk beds if your room has low ceilings. Note the use of vertical space: the wall storage, shelves, and lights.

This "Knaby" tray table (right) is a dual-function item: the tray lifts off to be used on its own. Hang the folding base on a wall to save floor space when not in use.

The "Ellne" sofa-bed features a full-size mattress with built-in backrest for watching TV or reading. The "Hol" storage cube does double duty: it's an attractive side table, and the lid lifts off to provide storage. Let your kids keep their toys in it: storing toys in the living room makes tidying up easier.

The "Disbo" footstool doubles as a storage unit for TV games and/or videos. The shelf pulls out for easy access.

This clever "IKEA/PS" wall clock is also a cabinet. Mount one in the living room or kitchen for extra hidden storage.

Not enough room for a home-office? The "Nenne" computer table (right) to the rescue! Roll the table up to your kitchen or dining room table for extra work space, or pull it up to your bed to work while lounging. Roll your computer into a corner when it isn't in use.

Using walls for storage: the "Skara" shelving unit.

The "Ingo" drop-leaf table (left) folds flat when not in use. The "Framat" storage unit hold cutlery, scissors, or other kitchen essentials.

Note the use of vertical storage in this kitchen (right): the walls hold "Jarpen" shelves, "Utsaga" rails and half-round (right) with hooks for hanging utensils, and a "Non" spotlight.

If you're just renting, you won't want to install permanent cabinets. Take these "Attityd" cabinets (left) with you when you move! The drawer unit is especially handy: it rolls to wherever you need an island or extra counter space.

This "Grillby" (left) unit can be used with "Tryggve" shelves or "Moppe" shelves/drawers. It's equally useful in the hall or bedroom.

No space for a closet? These "Almivik" hangers (right) fold flat when they're not in use.

Mount hooks and shelves at an appropriate height for your kids (right). If they can't reach it, they won't use it.