Here are some of our favorites. A curvy padded stool that hugs: Blu Dot Racer Stool, shown in bar height. Michael Murtaugh/NYT Wirecutter An understated, cushy swivel seat: Article Alta Swivel ...

Resource Furniture makes functional furniture. One of their recent innovations is this ottoman, which turns into five padded stools. Story by Ian Phillips and editing by Carl Mueller Follow ...