Given the high price of housing, designing a layout for a small space can feel like an impossible task. Your goal is to fit in as much as possible without making the room feel cramped and chaotic. Whether you’re starting out in a studio apartment or choosing to live a more minimalist existence, you don’t need to sacrifice style. That's why we've provided these tips that will help you maximize your space and bring new life to your room.
1. SCALE YOUR ROOM AND PIECES
When picking new furniture for your space, your need to consider both the scale of your furniture and your room. If your have a small space, avoid purchasing large and clunky pieces that will weigh down your space. Aim for apartment style pieces as they are perfect for smaller spaces giving your more room to navigate while looking bigger.
2. USE MULTIPURPOSE PIECES
If you're working with a really small space. You may want to consider multi purpose furniture as this will mean you would have less furniture pieces in your space but it would also be more versatile, allowing you to do more with them. An example of this could be a console table that doubles as a workspace or a couch that doubles as a pull up bed. With many options available, feel free to check out our small space solutions page for more options!
3. KEEP YOUR ROOM LAYOUT SIMPLE
When you're placing furniture in your space, ensuring that your room is clear and the layout is simple is essential to making your space look bigger. Avoid putting your pieces against the wall as they may make the room feel smaller while making your individual pieces feel less cohesive. We suggest placing your main pieces in the centre of your room, allowing you to move seamlessly without it being in the way. Having room to walk on either side is key for room flow.
4. CHOOSE THE RIGHT LIGHTING
Often overlooked, lighting can make a dramatic difference and can often make or break a space. Whether you opt for a moody hue or stick to a crisp pale shade, adding plenty of lighting sources is key to keeping the room from feeling dark and claustrophobic. Combine hanging pendants with table and floor lamps to help brighten your space to create a more airy environment.
5. CLEAR YOUR FLOORS
In order to keep your space from feeling cramped, you want to ensure that the floors are clear and decluttered. Try using floating pieces, such as shelves and nightstands, to keep the ground clear of obstacles and create space for extra storage beneath if needed. Opt for pendants and wall lights rather than floor lamps.
6. CREATE AN ILLUSION OF SPACE
One of the easiest tricks to create the illusion of space to a room is to introduce mirrors and glass pieces. Although it doesn't actually create space, adding a reflective/see through pieces can create a more airy environment.
If you’re not blessed with an abundance of natural light, mirrors can help you make the most of what you do have by reflecting it around the room. Mirrors can also help make the space feel bigger, giving the illusion of a few more square feet. Consider using an oversized mirror to cover an entire wall, or a cluster of small mirrors together that double as wall art.
