Whether it’s with size or colour or type, anything
that makes a group of smaller items look
intentionally arranged will make it feel more
streamlined. This works for books or anything else
that is visible in your home.
Use a clear shower curtain in a tiny
bathroom.
Coloured shower curtains tend to make the
bathroom look compartmentalised and indirectly
portray a small cramped up look.
Leave your windows uncovered to give a room more depth.
More light gives a space depth. If you’re worried about privacy, roman shades or blinds instead of
curtains look less crowded. (Pix T2) Leave your windows uncovered to give a room more depth.
More light gives a space depth. If you're worried about privacy, roman shades or blinds instead of
curtains look less crowded.
Use dramatic art pieces to make a room way to reflect light and make the room feel larger.
feel more expansive.
Another trick is to place a large window behind
Instead of a gallery wall, choose art pieces that are
large and bold.
Ditch the overhead lights.
Harsh top-down lighting pools all the light in one
space. Instead, use a few smaller lamps to spread
the light around and draw the eye around the
room.
Use rugs to separate one room into smaller
spaces.
Especially useful in studio apartments, this creates
the appearance of having more than one space in
a large one.
Furniture with exposed legs is key.
Instead of a sofa with a skirt or boxy chairs, bigger
pieces with exposed legs are perfect for a small
space. Show off those legs!
a chest or end table for a glamorous trompe-l’œil
that makes it look like a whole other space is
tucked behind it.
Break all the rules.
Just because it's a living room doesn't mean you
need a sofa and a coffee table and a TV. Unexpected
furniture and layout will make the space itself feel
more open and fun and personal. Maybe you want
a bean bag for a chair. Maybe you want a swing
inside. Maybe you want both. Go wild.
Conclusion
From this, we can see that anything is possible
with interior design and creativity. With
the above pointers, you should now be well
prepared to make the best of your available
space in those 400 to 600sq ft houses. Well,
remember the saying – “If you made your
bed, you’re gonna have to sleep in it…
Strategically place mirrors to create the literally”
illusion of more space.
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