But that doesn’t mean you should give up on your dream couch or tufted ottoman. We tapped interior designer Sarah Stacey to get her tips when shopping for space-saving living room furniture, and where to start. “Always do a furniture layout on paper as well as proper measurements to determine exactly what size pieces are needed for the room,” Stacey tells Real Simple. “Make sure to allow sufficient room to circulate around furniture, especially if you’re working with a small space.” Ahead are the 15 best bets, including striking multi-level consoles with hidden storage, space-saving light options, and compact cabinets starting at $18.

Convenience Concepts Northfield Hall Console Desk Table, $75 (was $92) Walker Edison Alayna Mission Style Coffee Table, $142 (was $249) IWell Mid Century Storage Cabinet, $120 (was $126) Oiahomy Industrial Console Table, $150 (was $200) Lue Bona Velvet Storage Ottoman, $53 (was $75) iYoee Wall Sconce, $38 with coupon (was $40) WLive Wood Lift-Top Coffee Table, $130 Decor Therapy Half Round Console Table, $63 (was $90) Nord Eagle Sofa Arm Tray Table, $20 Amada Floating Shelves, $17 with coupon (was $30)