Modular furniture systems are one of the most inspired elements of modern design.&nbsp;



Modern interior design emphasizes functionality, and modular furniture is big on functionality. These systems allow you to design and redesign your space using the same furniture set arranged into a variety of configurations.



Any devoted redecorator needs modular furniture in their home. Whenever your decor starts to feel a little stale, you can simply rearrange, instead of repurchasing.



We’ll explain how modular furniture systems work and share our favorite modular designs for every space.



<h2>What is a modular furniture system?</h2>



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A modular furniture system is any furniture set that can be arranged into multiple configurations. One modular design that most home decorators already know (and love) is the<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/c/living-room/sofas-sectionals-loveseats-living-room/sectionals-sofas-sectionals-loveseats-living-room"> sectional sofa</a>.



Go to any local furniture showroom and you’ll see modular sectionals in a variety of layouts. There’s the sectional layout for small spaces: a chaise (that’s one module) connected to a two-seat loveseat that often has an arm on one side (that’s a second module). There’s also the sectional layout for large spaces: usually, an L- or U-shaped furniture design made up of a corner piece and two or more longer sections of sofa.



When each of these modules or furniture pieces are arranged side-by-side, it creates a cohesive design — a U-shaped sectional, for example. But each piece can also be used on its own. One piece of your U-shaped sectional may be able to function as a chaise while another piece may serve as a stylish armless accent chair when it's used on its own.



This multifunctional design adds versatility to your space, allowing you to<a href="https://www.bhg.com/decorating/lessons/basics/how-to-arrange-furniture/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> arrange and rearrange your furniture</a> into different configurations to suit your mood, needs, or layout. And because the individual pieces that make up a modular sofa are easier to move around than a whole sectional, reconfiguring your space is easy.



You can rearrange any time you need to accommodate more guests, feel like redecorating, or move to a different house. With a modular furniture system, you don’t need to worry that your furniture won’t fit in a new space. If your original sofa layout doesn’t fit your new living room, you can use the chaise module or the armchair module in your bedroom to create a lounge area or reading nook.



Our favorite areas for modular furniture include the living room, home office, and any small space because modular pieces add a lot of functionality to each of these rooms. In the living room, you can rearrange modular furniture anytime you’re entertaining. In the home office, you can create more storage and a larger workspace. In<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture-for-small-spaces"> small spaces</a>, you can add pieces that nest and store like one piece of furniture but pull out to provide multiple surfaces or seating options.



While the examples we’ve given so far are based on the modular sectional, that’s just one of the modular furniture options you can add to your home.



<h2>5 modular furniture systems to fit any space</h2>



From adding secret seating to<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/storage-furniture"> squeezing more storage into your space</a> and even helping you host your next house party, these modular furniture systems are functional, flexible, and fabulous.



<h3>1. Modular seating</h3>



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You’ve probably heard enough about modular sectionals by now, but this is the exemplary piece of modular furniture for a reason. In addition to the many benefits listed above, you can easily redesign your living room by ordering a new end-piece and turning your sectional into a loveseat and sofa set. Any time you’re ready for something new, just reconfigure your sectional by adding a new module in the same upholstery.



Go modular in your modern home by adding the<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/arden-2-piece-adjustable-back-sectional-taupe"> Arden 2-Piece Adjustable Back Sectional</a>, or get even more flexibility by choosing a<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/beryl-4-piece-power2-sectional-light-grey"> 4-piece sectional</a>. (More furniture pieces means more options when you’re ready to rearrange.) You can also try the<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/claude-tufted-cushion-back-armless-chair-dove"> Claude Tufted Cushion Back Sectional</a> — each piece can be ordered separately, so you can create your own custom furniture arrangement.



Sectionals aren’t the only option for modular seating. Try nesting<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/hexagonal-upholstered-stool-orange"> brightly colored hexagonal stools</a> side-by-side to create a modern ottoman. Pull them apart and use them as seating anytime you have extra guests.



<h3>2. Modular side tables</h3>



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<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/c/living-room/end-side-tables-living-room/nested-tables-end-side-tables-living-room">Nesting tables</a> are ideal modular pieces for a small space. When they’re nested together, they don’t take up any more room than a single-piece side table, but when you have company, want more room for snacks and drinks (Hello, movie night!), or are ready to tackle a craft project or play a card game, these tables pull out to offer you extra space.



Add this glamorous<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/2-piece-nesting-table-set-white-and-gold"> 2-piece set in white and gold</a>, or choose<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/2-piece-nesting-table-set-cinnamon"> nesting tables that easily slide under the edge of your sofa</a> so everyone can have their own snack table during movie night. For even more table space, opt for a<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/3-piece-square-nesting-tables-natural-and-black"> 3-piece nesting table set</a>.



<h3>3. Modular coffee tables</h3>



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The<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/c/living-room/coffee-tables-living-room"> coffee table</a> is an essential piece of furniture in any living space, but it also takes up a lot of, well, space. Modular coffee tables maximize this space by using the area under the tabletop to store additional modules of furniture — like other tables or stools that slide out when you need them. You can also find nesting coffee tables that look like one unit but pull apart to provide more flexible tabletop options.



This<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/3-piece-coffee-table-and-stools-set-cappuccino"> 3-piece coffee table and stool set</a> features a contemporary S-shape. The stools tuck into each curve on the S-shape. When you need to make room for more guests, you can pull the stools out to offer additional seating.



This<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/3-piece-occasional-set-natural"> natural occasional table set</a> includes a coffee table with two additional tables that pull out to make room for more snacks, drinks, and games. And this elegant<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/2-piece-round-nesting-table-clear-and-gold"> clear and gold nesting table set</a> sits side-by-side to create a cohesive coffee table or pulls apart into two pieces to give you more flexibility.



<h3>4. Modular bookcases</h3>



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Nearly any bookcase with flat sides, like this<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/10-shelf-bookcase-antique-nutmeg"> 10-shelf bookcase</a>, can serve as a modular storage solution. You can line up multiple shelving units side-by-side to add more storage to your space, or you can look for a modular shelving system that features two sets of bookshelves with a desk in the middle.



For example, the<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/bower-3-piece-1-drawer-ladder-desk-set-cappuccino"> Bower 3-piece modular furniture system</a> is made up of two sets of bookshelves and a one-drawer desk. The pieces line up flush against the wall, allowing you to fit a home office into a small space or into a multifunctional room like a combined living room and office. You can also pull the pieces apart to use them separately, or select just two of the three pieces so the set fits into a smaller room.



<h3>5. Modular desks</h3>



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Office furniture was meant to be modular — from the combined bookcase and desk that we mentioned above to a<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/hartshill-credenza-with-power-outlet-burnished-oak"> credenza desk</a> that you can use with or without a<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/hartshill-2-door-hutch-with-shelves-burnished-oak"> hutch</a>.



Another classic modular design for the home office is a desk and file cabinet set, like this organic modern<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/estrella-3-piece-rectangular-writing-desk-set-antique-nutmeg-and-gunmetal"> Estrella set</a>. You can slide the file cabinet under the desk to fit more into a small space, or you can slide it out and place it beside the desk when you want more legroom.



You can also find a<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/furniture/keizer-3-piece-l-shape-office-desk-set-black-and-silver"> modular L-shaped desk</a> that offers a lot of workspace in a furniture design that easily fits into any corner.



<h2>Make it modular</h2>



When you’re trying to add more flexibility to your home, modular furniture is your friend. A modular furniture system allows you to pull your furniture pieces apart so you can rearrange your living space to make it function however you need it to that day.



The beauty of modular furniture is that it can be arranged in a variety of configurations, and you can choose the pieces that make up a configuration that fits your space. To get an idea of all the ways a modular design can be arranged, head to your<a href="https://storelocator.coasterfurniture.com/"> local Coaster Furniture store</a> where you can see all the pieces that are available and all the ways they fit together.

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