How to Make the Most Out of Your Small Space
Small Space Woes? Here’s How to Rekindle Your
Love for Your Small Home
There’s a lot to love about your small apartment! It’s cozy and easy to clean. However, sometimes the lack of
space can provide unique challenges and prove to be frustrating. Whether you
are renting a small apartment
or own a small home,
read on to learn how to breathe new life into your small space and make the
most of every square inch!
Make
Your Furniture Serve Multiple Purposes
The biggest problem faced by those living
in a small space is storage. Give yourself plenty of storage space by investing
in furniture that can serve double duty. For instance, a night stand that also
has drawers for books, a workstation with shelves, or an ottoman
for seating and storage. Shelving can also double as a room divider! Also, make
sure your bed frame is tall enough to fit storage baskets and crates underneath
it.
Add
Wall Hooks to Your Entry
Hang a couple of hooks by your door to
keep yourself from throwing your coat and bag on a chair as soon as you get
home. These hooks are also great for hanging guests’ coats when you have
visitors. Worried about keeping your security deposit? Try removable Command
hooks.
Take
Advantage of Mirrors
Mirrors reflect light and can make your
space feel bigger by creating the illusion of depth. Strategically hang mirrors
throughout your small space to help it feel larger than it is.
Keep
Your Surfaces Clear
Nothing makes your space feel smaller
than clutter on your counters and workspaces. Keep clutter at bay by sorting mail
as soon as you bring it home and using a desk organizer to sort important
paperwork. Feeling inspired to organize? Check out these six projects for a rainy day.
Baskets
Are Your Friend
Only display things that tell a story or
reflect you as a person! Everything else is clutter that you (and others) don’t
want to look at. Use baskets to organize miscellaneous items on shelves and
under furniture.
Learn
to Live Minimally
Take the time every season to go through
your wardrobe. In true Marie Kondo fashion, ask yourself, “does this bring me
joy?” If the answer is yes, neatly put it away. If the answer is no, donate it
to a local charity or drive, friend or family
member.
Mount
Your TV
Mounting your TV on the wall will save
you floor and surface space. Mounting a television is also safer if you have children or know that children will be
visiting your home.
Downsize
Your Dining Table
How much do you entertain? If the answer
is “not often,” consider trading in your rectangular table for a smaller, round
model. Go with what’s going to work best for you on a day-to-day basis.
Embrace
Neutral Walls
If it’s OK with your landlord, consider painting your walls
a neutral color such as grey, white or cream. This will trick the eye into
thinking the space is bigger than it is.
Follow these tips to rekindle your love
with your small space and make the most of the place you call home.
