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Helga Jones

8 Years Ago

Tips For Decorating Small Spaces

One of the hardest parts about living in a small home, condo or apartment is the lack of ways to decorate without taking up valuable space. Most people who reside in these smaller homes simply live with the notion that they cannot have a beautifully decorated home and have the storage space they need. The truth is that you definitely can have the best of both worlds, the trick is knowing how to do both, and here are some tips to helping you achieve both.

Utilizing and creating storage space

Traditional storage methods such as bookshelves and cabinets used in larger homes don’t work in smaller homes, but that does not mean you should give up on the idea of shelving and cabinets. Listotic suggests that the vertical space above furniture is the perfect place for built in shelving that hangs from the ceiling and leaves wall space to hang pictures and lighting, giving you both storage space and room to decorate. Furniture can take up a lot of room, so consider condensing furniture to create more space by using a console table as a dining room table. Another way to create storage space is by installing small closets in between studs to contain cleaning products, linens and anything else that you have a hard time storing elsewhere.

Tricks for decorating without cluttering

Corners are great places for shelving because you can use both sides of the wall for shelves and ultimately create double the décor space without cluttering up the walls. If you are working with small bedrooms and bathrooms, avoid taking up wall space and creating a cluttered feel by installing coat or towel racks on the back of the doors. Furniture takes up a lot of space, and can make a room feel cluttered, so consider using shelves as nightstands that take up less room and still allow you to keep books and lighting close by. If you do not have room for towel racks or dressers, or even shelving for décor, consider installing shelves above the door to hold towels, décor, clothing and other items.

Giving the illusion of space

If living in a small space is not ideal for you, give the illusion of a larger space by strategically placing large mirrors above the mantle or sofa to make the room seem bigger. Instead of using a dresser, consider using bins that can easily slide under the bed in order to open up the room. Turn space under the stairs into storage space or even just a nook for more seating. Lastly, place dressers inside closets if possible to give more space in the bedrooms. These tips and other tricks, living in a small home might not be so bad. You just need to know how to utilize the space you do have.

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Tags: home remodeling, home renovation, home décor, interior decorating, tips for decorating a home, decorating on a budget, diy décor, decorating small spaces

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Janine Riley

8 Years Ago

I hear that Hawaiians like Spam. I guess you could decorate with Spam.

 

Melissa Bittinger

8 Years Ago

There should be a National Spam Holiday or something...OMG...there's is one. July 6th is National Canned Luncheon Meat Day.

Here's some Spam dishes for y'all's enjoyment ;o)

http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/articles/view/119/1/National-Canned-Luncheon-Meat-Day.html

 

Do they still sell smoked spam? If you cook it until it's very nearly burned . . . yum!

 

Melissa Bittinger

8 Years Ago

I dunno but you HAVE to get a good crispy burn on your spam for sure :)

 

Edward Fielding

8 Years Ago

I recommend something from this artist. Usually very large canvases look great in small spaces:

Art Prints

 

Helga Jones

8 Years Ago

Hi guys! thank you for taking the time to read my article. It is about decorating homes with small spaces. I hope that you will be able to use these tips while you are remodeling your homes. I hope that you will be able to share my tips about home remodeling to your families and friends.

 

Helga Jones

8 Years Ago

@Edward Fielding: Yes, you can also try to put some canvass or wall art in your room to make it more brighter and attractive.

 

Janine Riley

8 Years Ago

To add the illusion of space to smaller rooms : Adding a focal that expands perspective and depth is always a good idea.

Bridges add dimension, and are always a pleasant reminder of one's travels in life .
Port Jervis NY BridgeUnder the Bridge

 

Juergen Roth

8 Years Ago

A client loved this tree photography image - she imagined it as a window into the wild. Happy Friday, Juergen

Photography Prints

 

Marlene Burns

8 Years Ago

I watch "tiny House Nation" on t.v.
That's all the advice I need.

 

Robert Kernodle

8 Years Ago

This beautiful orchid print could brighten a small space in a big way:

http://fineartamerica.com/blogs/beautiful-orchid-print.html

 

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