7 Effective Tips to Help Your Small Space Look and Feel Larger
Did you know that 68 percent of people who choose to live in a small space aren’t burdened with a mortgage? This is appealing to many people – especially those paying hundreds of dollars each month for their home.
Regardless of if you choose a studio apartment or one of the well-known tiny-houses, small spaces have their perks.
The only downside is the often cramped feel these limited space dwellings can have. However, don’t worry. There are some proven, effective ways to make your small space feel much larger.
Keep reading to learn more.
Clear Out all the Clutter
There isn’t anything that can make your small space feel more cramped than having too much “stuff” lying around. Try to find ways to hide your collections, get your clothes organized, and toss out anything you don’t want or use.
If you have items you don’t necessarily use, but also don’t want to get rid of, consider off-site storage, such as SecurCare Self Storage. When all your “things” are arranged neatly and out of sight, the area will feel more orderly, open and spacious.
Open Up the View
If you have furniture and accessories blocking your view into a room and into other, open spaces, then the space is going to feel and look cramped. If you move your furniture out of walkways, you can open the space up, making it feel bigger.
Another pro tip is to use shorter pieces of furniture, such as an armless chair, low table or ottoman and keep your tall, bigger pieces on the walls, instead of out in the open space. If you are able to see the floor, your room will appear larger.
Choose Lighter and Softer Hues
When you use warm, dark colors, it makes a space feel intimate and cozy. Lighter, cooler colors help a space feel airy and open. For optimum results choose softer tones of greens and blues.
Let the Light Inside
You can make any space instantly feel larger by ensuring it is well-lit. You can do this with natural or artificial lighting. Eliminate heavy draperies and open up your windows to let the light in from outside. You can also add more lamps or even install recessed or track lighting to help illuminate the space even more.
Use Reflective Surfaces
While you may not love the way a mirrored wall looks, you have to admit it helps make a space look bigger. Rather than creating an entire wall of mirrors, consider hanging up a large framed mirror or an oversized framed mirror.
You will achieve the same effect, with more style and elegance. To take the reflective surfaces a step further, consider placing a beveled plate mirror on a side or coffee table. The results achieved will have the space enlarging benefits you are looking for.
Keep it Simple with the Upholstery
Choose plain colored upholstery for the furniture rather than bold stripes, prints or plaid. If you want to create visual interest, use different textures. Also, if possible, stick to neutral tones.
Coordinate Your Furniture and Wall Colors
Using contrasting colors will break up your space. However, when you choose furniture and wall colors that coordinate, you can help everything blend together, giving the illusion of more space.
Living in a small apartment, home, loft or condo can help you save money; however, it may also feel cramped. With the tips and information here, you have an actionable guide to make changes and help your small space feel bigger.
