Small spaces are often the most difficult. With space at a premium, it is critical to make every inch count. Thoughtful space planning and good design are crucial to help ensure a small space lives large. When looking for ways to make the most of a small space, here are some top tips.
- Choose furniture that is lifted off the floor
Sofas, chairs and tables with raised legs help to create a sense of lightness. - Go vertical
Vertical elements such as tall mirrors and artwork help to lift the eye and make small rooms feel taller and bigger. - Pick an inspirational piece
Choose a “hero” piece and let it serve as the anchor and inspiration to a room as opposed to littering a room with a bunch of small pieces. - Use mirrors thoughtfully
Mirrors instantly help to open a space. Mirrors placed opposite a window help to expand and bounce light. - Choose a soft, soothing color palette
Lighter colors and a limited palette help walls recede. If you love color, use it in accents so the overall effect stays open. - Choose double duty pieces
An ottoman with storage, a nesting side table or a console that can work either in a living room, entry or bedroom, can extend function and flexibility. - Float the furniture
Pushing everything against the walls makes a room feel smaller. Pulling a sofa a few inches forward or angling a chair can create a sense of depth. - Less is more
Less is more. Keep the pieces you love and create a color palette and design around them.
Clear acrylic nesting tables provide a sense of transparency and lightness in this living room.
A glass desk helps to make this home office feel light and airy.
A neutral palette with vibrant colorful accents makes this lower-level office feel bright, open, and inviting.
A double-duty console topped with an arched mirror can work beautifully in an entry, living room, or bedroom.
A grid of mirrors helps to bounce light from sliding glass doors and visually expand this master bedroom.
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