The concept of “built-in furniture” almost sounds like something out of a movie: the dresser with a hidden compartment, or a chair that hides a secret drawer.
The truth is a little less dramatic. Built-ins refer to any custom furniture that is a permanent part of your home, such as the breakfast nook in your kitchen area or a set of bookcases attached to the fireplace. In other words, things that you’ve built into your house.