If you are getting ready to decorate a small space, there are some things that can be done to make it appear larger to the eye. Limited space does not mean that you have to limit your style. Our Lake of the Ozarks luxury furniture store has a few tips to help you add a whole lot of beauty into a little bit of space. 


Intrigue the Eye
Interesting elements in the room that draw a person's eye add interest to your space, no matter how small it may be. The addition of moldings bring dimension to the walls and give them an upscale look. Don't be afraid to mix patterns in the room with pillows and throws. One bold side chair with a unique pattern or textile makes a very grand statement. If there is a beautiful element built into the room, such as a fireplace or large picture window, dress it up as a focal point. 

Less is More
The goal is to fill your rooms with gorgeous pieces without adding so much that the spaces are overwhelmed and begin looking cluttered rather than decorated. Scale home decor and collections down to a few favorite pieces. Any extra items can be stored out of sight to be switched out with current pieces when you're in the mood for a fresh look. When there is less to look at, the items that are on display will take center stage and get the attention they deserve. 

As for the furniture, you'll need fewer pieces if you find items that do "double-duty" and work toward more than one purpose. For example, some ottomans can be used as seating, a coffee table, and even storage if they have hidden space inside. Beds with drawers or a shelf built into the headboard limit the need for extra chests of drawers.

Choose the Right Rug
A tiny rug will make a small room feel even smaller. Choose one that is large enough for most of the furniture to sit on it. This could be a good place to incorporate an interesting pattern to bring in some texture to the design and intrigue the eye as we mentioned above.

Use Large Scale Wall Art
One large statement piece of art alone on a single wall is an excellent focal point and will make a big impact in the room. This also lifts the eye up, utilizing empty wall space for decorating purposes. Our home interiors store at the Lake of the Ozarks always offers an excellent, ever-changing selection of one-of-a-kind wall art in every possible style. 


Lengthen With Drapes
A wonderful trick for making a small space both seem larger and much more luxurious is to hang drapes that reach all the way to the floor. It will make the ceiling seem higher adding to the illusion that the room is larger than it truly is. Choosing drapes made with a rich fabric is an easy way to add luxury too.

Let There Be Light
Some spaces can appear smaller because there isn't enough chance for natural light to shine in. Use a variety of light sources to make up for that. Layering lighting elements at different heights adds beauty and is extremely functional. Since there is less floor space available in a smaller room, choose beautiful pendant lighting, wall sconces, and table lamps.

Another great trick for adding lighting, as well as the illusion of extra space, is incorporating mirrors into the design. Cleverly placed mirrors can amplify the light in a room and break up visual clutter in small spaces. Behind furniture and across from windows are wonderful places to hang mirrors.

Add Sculptured Items
If you have a room with lots of straight lines from the furniture to the decorations on your walls, add luxurious pieces that have unique shapes and stand out among the flatter elements of the room. You could choose a sofa with a curved back or seat shape, a coffee table made from a tree, or actual sculptures. These artistic touches will bring depth and interest to the entire room.


Those are just a few simple tips that can make a small living space seem larger and more luxurious. Our interior designers at the Lake of the Ozarks are always on hand to offer detailed advice and share their expertise for adding beauty to any space. Let John Elliott Interiors help you create stunning rooms that you are excited to show off and delighted to call home.

Our luxury furniture store at the Lake of the Ozarks helps to bring beauty and style to many different types of places. From large homes to condos to single-room offices, no matter what the size, there's always plenty of room to create a fantastic interior design. Some may think it is difficult to bring luxury to a small space, but the following tips from John Elliott Interiors will help to achieve that magnificently.


Decorate Up Rather Than Out
When you have less floor space to furnish, look to the walls. One wonderful trick for making a small space seem larger and much more luxurious is to hang drapes that reach all the way to the floor. This makes the ceiling seem higher which adds to the illusion that the room is bigger than it truly is.

Large scale wall art provides a beautiful statement piece for the room and draws the eye upward. Also, placing mirrors around the room will amplify the light and make the space seem to extend beyond its actual borders. A couple of perfect places for a wall mirror is behind furniture and across the room from a window.

Intrigue the Eye
When there is less space to decorate, do your best to use pieces that encourage the eyes to take a specific path around the room and focus on decorative elements. The addition of moldings bring dimension to walls and give them an upscale look. One bold side chair with a unique pattern or texture makes a very grand statement. A large, handsome rug underfoot can make a room feel bigger too. Don't be afraid to mix patterns for an intriguing look with pillows and throws also.

Less Can Be More
While you do want one or two main focal pieces, keep the styling fairly simple for a small space. Too many decorations can overwhelm the room and make it seem cluttered. Display only your favorite decor items and put additional pieces away. When there is less to look at in a room, the items you do have on display will take center stage and get the attention they deserve. Whenever you're in the mood for a fresh look, switch out your current decorative items with a few that were stored away.


Use Double-Duty Pieces
Look for furniture that not only looks amazing but offers more than one function. For example, a bed frame with storage drawers means you won't need to make space for extra chests of drawers in the bedroom. There are ottomans that can be used for coffee tables, a footrest, and even additional seating. You'll need fewer furniture pieces but still have a stylish place for everything. 

Add Sculptured Items
You can add depth to a room by putting in a few sculptured pieces. Unique shapes will really stand out and even flatter the straight-lined elements of the rest of the space. A sofa with a curved back, a coffee table made from a tree, or sculptures are all excellent ways to implement this idea. 


Those are just a few simple tips that will easily make a smaller space seem larger to the eye. For more ideas and inspiration, let our Lake of the Ozarks interior designers have a look at the room (or rooms) you would like to makeover. We have a lot of experience making all kinds of different spaces look their absolute best. Between your personal style, our interior design knowledge, and the luxurious home furnishing found at John Elliott Interiors, we will come up with rooms you are excited to call your own!

Not everyone lives in a large house with lots of space and plenty of rooms to fill with gorgeous, luxury furnishings. Even if you live in a small house or a condominium with limited space, you can still have a luxurious interior design that won't feel cramped. Our luxury furniture store at the Lake of the Ozarks has the items you need to make that happen, and today's blog has a few tips to make your living space and the pieces you find at John Elliott Interiors work together beautifully.



Large Scale Art & Mirrors
One large statement piece of art alone on a single wall offers a focal point that adds beauty to the room and makes a big impact. Also, a few cleverly placed mirrors will make a room seem larger than it actually is. The mirror will amplify light in the room and break up visual clutter in small spaces. When placed behind furniture or across from a window, mirrors will create the illusion that the room is much larger.



Less is More
Keep your styling simple in a small space because too many decorations can overwhelm the room and make it appear cluttered. Scale your collections down to a few favorite pieces and store extra items out of sight until you are ready to switch them out for a fresh look or with the season. When there is less to look at, the items that you do have on display will take center stage and get the attention they deserve. You can also furnish the room with cabinets that have doors that can be closed to hide things that don't always need to be seen, such as a television or a small bar setup.

Intrigue the Eye
You want to have interesting elements that draw a person's eye and add personal touches to the space. The addition of moldings bring dimension to your walls and give them an upscale look, traditional and elegant. One bold side chair with a unique pattern or textile makes a very grand statement. Don't me afraid to mix patterns too with pillows and throws. A very large rug in a small room makes it feel bigger, and an interesting pattern can bring in some of the texture we are talking about. 



Lengthen the Drapes
A wonderful trick for making a small space both seem larger and much more luxurious is to hang drapes that reach all the way to the floor. It will make the ceiling seem higher adding to the illusion that the space is larger than it truly is. Choosing drapes made with a rich fabric is an easy way to add luxury too. 

Add Sculptured Items
If you have a room with lots of straight lines from the furniture and the decorations on your walls, add luxurious pieces that have unique shapes and stand out among the flatter elements of the room. You could choose a sofa with a curved back or seat shape, a coffee table made from a tree, or actual sculptures. These artistic touches will bring depth and interest to the entire room. 


Those are just a few simple tips and tricks that can make a small, boring space seem larger and more luxurious. Our interior designers at the Lake of the Ozarks are always here to give advice and share their expertise for making any room the most beautiful space you have ever set eyes on. Let John Elliott Interiors help you create an interior that you are excited to show off and delighted to call home.