There are many advantages to living in a smaller home. For one, there’s a lot less housework to do, not to mention it probably costs a lot less to heat and cool it and pay your rent or mortgage! However, despite all of the conveniences that come along with this small living space, there’s nothing like living in a large home.
You have a lot more space to work with, and it’s a lot more comfortable to live in. Small living spaces can feel cramped and cluttered, and you may find yourself struggling when it comes to decor. After all, you can only fit so much in one single space.
The great news is that there are ways to make your small living space look much larger. All it takes is knowing the right tips, and you can achieve the illusion of a larger home in no time. Here are some style tips for making your small home feel much more spacious.
Use Lighting
The lighting you add to your home will make a world of difference in the way that it feels. The lighter of colors you use, and the more natural light you allow to enter the home, the more spacious it will feel overall.
Light and neutral colors reflect more light and in turn create a more open space. If you can manage to additionally add strategic lighting like lamps in certain corners and walls, you’ll eliminate dark areas and make it feel even bigger.
To get the light to reflect even more, avoid using dark paints on your walls. Choose curtains and furniture that are on the lighter end of the palette, and don’t forget about mirrors. Mirrors can be your best friend when it comes to reflecting light throughout your living space and making it feel much larger.
Maximize Wall Space
Your home will fill up quickly if you only use the floor. However, one big mistake that many people make is forgetting how important your walls are too! Don’t forget about your vertical space for keeping your home organized. You can install shelves or even wall hooks. The idea is to bring everything up rather than off the floor which will make your home feel less cramped.
Choose Multi-Purpose Furniture
Multi-purpose furniture can be a game changer. It will help you save a considerable amount of space while also keeping your home stylish. If you’re working with a particularly small space, for example, a studio apartment, then you should seriously consider investing in a sofa bed. That way, you can use it to sleep in at night, but safely stored away in the daytime and make more room for receiving guests or simply enjoying your living space with less clutter.
Additionally, you should consider dining tables that fold and expand or even tables like ottomans that can be sat on or used as a surface to place things on.
