Guwahati, Oct. 15 -- A research team led by Prof Supradip Das from the Department of Design at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has developed a unique, space-saving furniture design aimed at addressing the growing need for adaptable furniture in small living spaces. As urban homes shrink, the demand for multifunctional furniture that maximizes space has surged.

Prof Das, along with his former student Rijas M P used a 'Prototype-Driven Innovation' approach to create a versatile piece of furniture capable of transforming into eight different configurations.

Comprised of two side panels, cylindrical bars, and round-headed bolts, the furniture can be easily adjusted by users to serve various functions such as a chair, table, or s...