This humble ottoman has become a favorite of the wife, the cat, the dogs, the owners thereof, and anyone who uses it.  One side flips up to hide snacks, stash, whatever, and the other side lifts up and towards the couch very, very stably so the chow and snacks that is coming to the mouths is now a lot closer and a lot easier to eat while watching the game, etc...
Very sturdy, well built and well thought out.