When living in a small home, utilizing your space in the most efficient way possible can be quite a challenge. Use these simple but effective decorating ideas and storage solutions to help you get the most use out of each square foot.
The top trick to getting the most space out of a small place is concealment! If DIY is your thing, consider building furniture that can slide in and out as needed.
Choose furniture that serves multiple purposes. For instance, use trunks as tables and make sure that your side tables and tv unit can also be used for storage.
Make use of mirrors. The more the better. Mirrors are a great visual trick to make a smaller space seem double the size.
Get creative with room dividers. You can use furniture such as couches and bookshelves. It’s always a good idea to use your divider as an opportunity to add more storage.
Try to go with fewer but larger pieces of furniture. For example, buy one large couch instead of a whole set of smaller couches and chairs, and instead of buying many small bookshelves consider buying one giant one. And remember, floor to ceiling storage works for more than just books!
Create the illusion of vertical space by selecting low-sitting furniture, like futons, low tables and poufs.
Get creative with DIY wall shelving.
Instead of having a dining room table that takes up a lot of space, consider using your kitchen counter as a breakfast nook and use bar stools instead.
And finally, don’t add clutter! Focus on less and go with a more minimalistic approach.
Libby Langdon of HGTV's ‘Small Space, Big Style’ shares her solutions for maximizing your small space in this great video that will help you think outside of the box even if you may be living in one!
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Here are four amazing home décor DIY ideas by Suzelle for you to try, “because anybody can!”
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Useful tips to help you declutter and get rid of all of the unnecessary things you no longer need.
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