OTTOMAN empire
Versatile furniture serves as an extra seat, table, fashion accent and, of course, servant of the dogs
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Holding towels in the bathroom is just one use for this stylish piece with an hourglass figure. Woven of abaca on a powder-coated metal stand reinforced with plywood for interior stability, its natural variegated tones complement a variety of furniture finishes. The versatile piece can be used as a bathroom or vanity stool, nightstand, end table or ottoman and sells for $119 from Crate and Barrel.
As a matter of decor, the ottoman rules.
Its familiar pairing, snug to a chair, is inviting. The ottoman mimics line for line, showing off legs or graceful skirt, topped with tufting or outlined in piping or nailheads.
But the ottoman is not a mere footstool. It can stretch to a sizable rectangle, round or oval shape, morphing into a cocktail table. Add a shelf beneath, and magazines and books tuck away neatly. A detachable tray cleverly gives it another role, for holding drinks and edibles. A liftoff top reveals storage inside.
It’s a piece of furniture prized for its adaptability, a bonus being extra seating for guests.
“There is not a room in the house where I can ...
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HomeStyle, Pages 39 on 10/17/2009
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