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!