How to decorate a small space
There are lots of people who live in small home, or even just have a small space of their own. A limit on the size of your space does not mean that you have to settle for mediocre design. By effectively planning your design, you can maximize the space that you have, save money and still have the same kind of beautiful result you would have with a larger space.
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- In fact, there can be some benefits, when decorating a smaller space. If you're looking for a cozy, intimate space, you're already in luck. By using soft, snuggly upholstered pieces, dark, warm tones, and dramatic lighting, your tiny corner can become a wonderful private space. And on the other side of the design equation, if you really feel the need to stretch out in your small space, you can make some decorating changes to make the area look and feel larger without moving any walls! Keep in mind that with color, furniture arranging, and interesting lighting, your space won't feel so cramped. Here is what you need to know about how to decorate a small space-
- Clear Out the Clutter-The first step is to get rid of everything in the space that you don't need. This is important since there is nothing that makes a small space feel cramped, more than having too much stuff. You need to work out ways to get collections out of view, organized behind doors, table skirts, or on shelves. When you are done with things neatly arranged and out of sight, the space that is in view will feel orderly and open.
- Create some openness-It is important to realize that with furniture and accessories blocking the view into a room and out to open spaces, a room will look cramped. By simply moving furniture out and away from walkways, you'll open up the space and make it feel larger. You should also choose short pieces of furniture like an ottoman, an armless, open chair, or a low table, and place large, tall pieces along a wall rather than out in the open space. Keep in mind that if you can see the floor, the room will look larger.
- When choosing color go with soft, light hues-It is important to remember that dark, warm colors make a space feel cozy and intimate. Light, cool colors make a space feel open and airy. You want to pick your favorite color then go with the softest and lightest hues, for the best effect in your small space.
- Consider using a monochromatic color scheme-If you want to make a room seem bigger, then you should choose colors that are in the same color family. When you have the right colors, use tone-on-tone woven upholstery fabrics, textured wall finishes, delicate tonal drapery fabrics. Keep in mind that cool colors and delicate warm colors, on most surfaces give the room a more open look.
- Always coordinate wall and furniture colors-It is important to keep in mind that contrasting colors tend to break up a space. Remember that pieces of furniture are less interrupting, and tend to blend with the space, if they are colored to match the wall color.
- Let in the Light-More light always gives the illusion of more space. A general rule of design is that any room will look larger if it's well-lit, either by natural light or artificial lighting. You should get rid of heavy draperies and open up the windows, to let the light of the outdoors into the space. You can also add more lamps or install track lighting or recessed lighting.
