I work from home and didn't want my desk to always be on show – this IKEA buy transformed my set-up, it folds from sleek bookcase to spacious workspace in seconds

A decorated IKEA Billy bookcase against a white wall with a tall houseplant next to it.

Everyone knows and loves IKEA’s BILLY Bookcase. The simple yet versatile buy is a cult classic for good reason. But did you know there are other versions of this fan-favourite available, including a clever design that has a foldable desk stashed inside it?

If you had no idea that you didn't need an IKEA hack to turn your BILLY Bookcase into a desk, don’t worry. I’ll be the first to admit that I didn’t realise quite how extensive IKEA’s BILLY series is, until I stumbled across the BILLY Bookcase with a foldable table while searching for clever ways to create the perfect workspace at home.