Design Tips for Maximizing Small Spaces
11/08/2019Small homes, condos, and apartments can present unique decor challenges. If you're not careful, the wrong pieces could make your home start to feel cluttered and even smaller than it is. At John Elliott Interiors, our team is comprised of experts in creating beautiful and functional designs for any sized space. Read on to learn tips on how to design your small space, and visit our location to find the perfect pieces for your home!
Choose the Right Furniture
Furniture can have a big effect on the look,
flow, and functionality of a space. A small living room can appear even more
cramped if occupied by a large couch. Before going shopping for your new home’s
furniture, measure out the space where you would like to stage each piece. Go
the extra mile by taping off the area on the floor to help visualize how the
room will flow once the new pieces are in place.
For small open concept spaces, use furniture
to separate rooms. This allows you to define unique spaces, making the area
feel bigger than it is. When empty, an area can feel like one large room. But
with the proper staging, it can feel more like a cozy, comfortably-designed
interior.
Keep space free in the living room by mounting
your television and sound equipment on the wall rather than installing them in
an entertainment center. The more floor space that remains free, the larger the
room will feel.
Be Thoughtful About Storage
Maximizing the storage space in your home can
help prevent clutter from accumulating and making it feel smaller. Look for
areas in your home where space is currently being wasted. Does your hallway
have a dead end? Add shelving with simple baskets and crates to store linen
items and other odds and ends out of eyesight. Put your bed on risers to allow
for even more storage underneath. Keep in mind that if you install risers, you
will need to order a non-standard bed skirt to reach the floor.
Optimize the Space with Lighting and Color Scheme
Light, soft colors help make a space feel
bigger by reflecting light throughout the room. Use a light color on the walls,
and anchor the space with a darker hue from the same color family. Going dark
to light from floor to ceiling can give the impression that a room is taller
and larger than it actually is.
When choosing decor pieces, keep them in scale
with the rest of the room, and choose one to two accent colors to incorporate
in little ways to add interest without overwhelming the small space. For
example, choose couch pillows and throws with accent stitching instead of a
solid bright color. Items with textures are also a great way to add visual interest without too the distraction of too-bright colors.
Your Home Design at the Lake
John Elliott Interiors is the best interiordesign company at the Lake of the Ozarks, and we have your back when it comes
to creating the perfect design in your home. Whether it is for a small or large
room, our experts have the creativity and know-how to design a beautiful space
for you and your family.
Let us help you create an interior for your life.
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