Well, according to interior experts, the answer is — anywhere and everywhere! “I personally like to place storage ottomans as a pair in a living room opposite the sectional to create extra seating without taking up too much space. They also double as a great storage spot for extra blankets in the living room,” suggests interior decorator and owner of Viv & Tim Home, Vivianne Chow. But the versatility doesn’t stop there. “Storage ottomans are also great to use as a makeup vanity chair, under console tables, or in playrooms,” she adds. Rayana Schmitz at Firefinish Interiors recommends “placing them in versatile locations such as the living room for quick access to blankets or magazines, bedrooms to store extra linens, and even entryways to keep shoes or seasonal accessories neatly tucked away.”
Kendra Hagerman, CEO of the popular budget and lifestyle design blog Kendra Found It, has an unexpected favorite location: her closet! “I use it to store all my shoes so they don't get dusty and they stay out of the way. We live in a townhouse and we are super short on space, so this is a great way to maximize small spaces.” So, whether you're looking for extra seating, stylish storage, or a clever space-saving solution, it seems the storage ottoman has a place in every corner of your home.