In a child’s playroom, storing toys, books, CDs and DVDs can be a problem. One solution is to build a couch and side table with storage capabilities.
The back-rest of the couch is assembled to have enough depth to store magazines, books and various media. Adjustable shelves might be recommended here as the child’s storage needs change. The top of the back rest may be used as a temporary home for odds and ends. The back stanchions should be cut at a taper to make the back rest comfortable once cushions have been added.
The seating area may have either a canvas or wooden base. Whichever material is decided upon, the base should have a divider at the centre from front to back. The advantage to the wooden base is that the seat then becomes another storage area. This would be achieved by either fitting drawers or constructing the base so that it can be lifted off completely or hinged then lifted up.
If however, a canvas base is preferred then a piece of three quarter inch dowel should be secured towards the back of the base. The canvas will be cut in half to be slung on either side of the divider. Sew one inch borders at the sides of the canvas. Sew the ends of the canvas slings into sleeves to fit the dowel.
The side table, assembled in the same way as the couch with a lidded top that can be opened so that items may be stored away inside.