Invest in good-quality furniture that will last. Get creative - draw a few sketches of possible arrangements and see where using smaller, bigger or multipurpose pieces might come in handy. A set of nesting side tables can easily serve the same function as your current bulky coffee table. For example, if you’re looking for living room furniture, consider using a combination of love seats and chairs, instead of the big sectional sofa you were planning to replace.
Depending on the space you’re furnishing, you will likely have multiple options in terms of size and shape. Keep an open mind about furniture arrangements.