Home Decorating Living Room Decorating 5 Storage Ottomans Designers Are Loving Right Now Sherry and John Petersik, authors and DIY bloggers at younghouselove.com, are firm believers that an upholstered storage ottoman is a must for a living or family room. These are their top picks for style and function. By Real Simple Editors Real Simple Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter An article attributed to "Real Simple Editors" indicates a collaborative effort from our in-house team. Sometimes, several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The REAL SIMPLE team strives to make life easier for you. They are experts in their fields who research, test and clearly explain the best recipes, strategies, trends and products. They have worked for some of the most prestigious brands in lifestyle journalism, including Apartment Therapy, Better Homes & Gardens, Food & Wine, the Food Network, Good Housekeeping, InStyle, Martha Stewart Living, O: The Oprah Magazine, Parents, POPSUGAR, Rachel Ray Every Day, and Vogue. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 31, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Courtesy of younghouselove.com What: Upholstered Storage Ottoman Why: "Not only is it less worrisome than a hard-edge coffee table if you have kids," says Sherry, "but it also offers a soft place to rest your feet and a secret spot to stash blankets or board games. Triple threat!" In a pinch, use it to hide clutter when unexpected guests drop by. Mixed Material westelm.com Buy Now The upholstered top of this drum-shaped ottoman makes a comfy spare seat when there's no more room on the sofa. To buy: Storage Ottoman, $399; westelm.com. Petite overstock.com Buy Now Pair this patterned footstool with your favorite reading chair and tuck away books in the base. To buy: HomePop Cole Classics round storage ottoman, $85; overstock.com. Handsome potterybarn.com Buy Now The classic leather footrest is made more practical with a compartment for stashing kids' toys. To buy: Irving leather storage ottoman with nailheads, from $549; potterybarn.com. Woven urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Create some coastal charm with a table that also corrals extra pillows for the pullout couch. To buy: Alina storage ottoman, $149; urbanoutfitters.com. Modern houzz.com Buy Now Vibrant velvet upholstery and acrylic feet give the traditional shape a contemporary feel. To buy: Clemente velvet oversized tufted square storage ottoman, $287; houzz.com. Clean-Lined target.com Buy Now Use the sleek piece as an entryway bench with surprise shoe storage. To buy: Project 62 Loring Storage Cube, $80; target.com. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit