12 Canadian-Made Products Fit for Small Spaces

Toronto-based company Monte is a go-to source for chic and modern nursery furniture. But this handcrafted ottoman (offered in an array of fun colours and finishes) is well-suited for any space in your home – playroom or otherwise. Joya Ottoman, from $345.

We know, we can’t stop staring at these modern beauties either. Designed by Toronto-based studio Anony, these sphere-shaped Ohm Pendant Lights demand to be seen.

This narrow beech coat rack from EQ3 can squeeze into any awkward corner. Equipped with clothing rods, a tray and even shoe storage, it’s the perfect solution for all your small space storage needs. Jane Coat Rack Ladder, $414.

Furniture maker and designer Christopher Solar constructs state-of-the-art pieces from his studio in Ottawa. This bench, with a clean-lined hardwood frame and woven leather surface, is a definite power seat. Strap Bench, $995.

Retail store Design House in central Vancouver has its own custom furniture line of locally made products. This handmade walnut and glass pedestal table is one of many stylish finds. Balance Table, $2,898.

Toronto textile designer Avril Loreti creates everything from art prints to coasters to toss cushions, with each sweet design somehow more clever and colourful than the last. Opt for this ultra-bright cushion to cheer up any living space. Sweet Peaks Pillow, $38.

Thoughtfully designed furniture fashioned from sustainable materials always deserves high praise. Brothers Dressler (a Toronto furniture and design studio founded by twin brothers) offers exactly that. The Bare Sofa seen here boasts built-in storage and can be made-to-order in a variety of sizes and configurations.

If you’re drawn to modern minimalist pieces with edge, Calgary-based brand Mind The Minimal should be on your radar. The Canadian company crafts products primarily out of concrete, from trendy geometric planters to these glam-meets-industrial coasters. Hex Gold Concrete Coaster, $35.

Versatile furnishings are a must in compact spaces. This timeless piece, created by Montreal-based designer Mitz Takahashi, functions as both a chair and a stool. Its clean-lined design doesn’t take up much visual space, either.

Toronto furniture company Kroft is something of an authority when it comes to producing high-quality products with minimalist, modern appeal. Each handmade piece is also the perfect fit for tight quarters. These tiny wood tables, which come in pretty pastel shades, are case in point. Stir Side Table, from $345.

There’s nothing quite like bright leafy plants to help breathe new life into your home, which is reason enough to prop each up on a pedestal. These charming Baré Stands by Toronto-based Jake Whillans Studio are a stylish solution that take up next to no space.

Is your kitchen clogged with clutter? We can sympathize – and also offer a chic solution. These clever storage pockets by MADE Design can be mounted onto a wall or inside a cupboard to conceal those stubborn utensils and notebooks that don’t fit anywhere else. Industrial Felt Storage Pockets, $75 each.