Adding style to small spaces can seem like magic at times. However, there are some clever tricks that professional interior designers use to trick your brain.
Like, how does a caravan seem bigger than the house? From colours and light to multifunctional furniture, here are some tips.
Add Compact Appliances
There are tons of creative space-saving solutions that you can make the most of. However, there are always some things that just take up space, and these are the more convenient things you need. For example, fridges are usually pretty big.
However, from fridges to washing machines, there are smaller, lighter and more compact versions available. An under-counter fridge is a perfect example. With multiple smaller appliances, you can maximise the space.
Play with Colour and Light
You may not think it, but the brain is pretty easy to trick!
The way you perceive colours and light can make a room feel smaller or larger based on the tone and how much light is in the space.
For instance, have you ever noticed how Premier Inn rooms look pretty big? The designers of these rooms use neutral tones in combination with bold colours, mirrors and lots of natural light to fool you into feeling a large space.
Give it a try to see if you can make your room feel bigger!
Add Style to Small Spaces by Decluttering
A recent survey by Clever Closet found that 78% of Brits feel like they don’t have enough storage at home.
This all depends on your needs, and a smaller home can feel cramped, especially when cluttered. But believe it or not, you can declutter a room in 30 minutes or less. But before you do, prepare the space so you have an easier time when working with it:
- Make sure you focus on a single room or space so you aren’t overwhelmed.
- Remove distractions so you can get stuck in and get your hands dirty, literally!
- Motivate yourself by putting on your favourite tunes and powering through the job.
Install Multifunctional Furniture
When is a chair not a chair? When it’s also a storage box for all the stuff that gets in the way! Multifunctional furniture is a Godsend when making the most of a smaller space, such as a tiny flat, a conversion or even a caravan.
Most things we take for granted, such as sofas and beds, actually take up much more space than they need to and are pretty inefficient.
However, many can be converted to storage chests for clothing and items, and IKEA sells many useful ranges.
Use the Available Vertical Space
Did you know that you can get one over on Newton by defying gravity with walls?
While we prefer to stick to Newtonian physics and place things that take up floor space, the vertical space in many homes goes largely unused.
However, walls are a great source of extra space as you can place bookshelves, shelving units and mount items that might otherwise take floor space. For instance, you can mount TVs and video games consoles, guitars and even your bikes.
Summary
Installing compact appliances is a great way to add big style to small spaces when space is limited. Decluttering is also a core part of making a room feel bigger than it is. However, you can also use the vertical space of a room to free up floor space and add much-needed depth.
