After a long, hard day of work everybody deserves to walk through their door, collapse on the couch, and put up their feet. We don’t get to do that without a cushion footstool though; one of the most underrated pieces of furniture in a home.
Used as foot rests, extra seating, end tables, or even as decoration, ottomans are one of the most versatile pieces of furniture you can add to a home and can be found in varieties to fit any preference. The most classically recognized version of the ottoman is the four-legged, stool-style custom cushion. These are typically acquired as part of a living room set, generally meant to accompany couches or seats. They feature soft seat padding that’s comfortable enough to accommodate an extra guest or just relax with your feet up.
Many ottomans also provide storage space, with a top cushion pad that either lifts off or flips up. These are great for storing old magazines, remote controls, and other odds and ends that have a purpose but not a proper place in your living room.
For younger people, buying a complete living room set that comes with an ottoman doesn’t always make sense, as they’re often moving around, working their way up in their careers. That doesn’t make comfort any less important for these people however, and stand-alone ottomans exist that fit the bill in terms of practicality and affordability. Foam or pellet-stuffed beanbag-style ottomans are terrific for a foot rest in a space that’s maturing one piece at a time or is in need of some eclectic styling. Extremely comfortable, bean bag ottomans come in innumerable fabrics and colors, offer comfy extra seating, and are easily moved or stored.