Enhancing Small Spaces: Clever Decor Tips for Apartments
Tiny apartments are becoming increasingly popular in urban regions as more and more individuals are adopting modern living styles. Even with the limited space, there are still many ways to transform these cozy environments with creative and innovative ideas.
Even though platforms like Instagram and Pinterest can be inspirational, sometimes they might not be able to meet your specific needs. But don’t worry! In this handy guide, we have put together a collection of practical tips and useful advice to help you make your small living space, adding both functionality and style to make the most out of every inch. Let’s get started!
Invest in foldable items
Do you want to have a dining table and a desk in your small apartment? However, you do not need to use them for 24 hours. Choose the furnishings that allow you to fold up when they are not in use. So, if you fold the furnishings, it will save some floor space. For instance, folding doors are best for a one-wall kitchen for concealing the clutter.
Moreover, bar carts, laundry baskets, clothes drying racks, and other household items can be folded.
Take advantage of mirrors
If your room does not receive a lot of natural light, install mirrors strategically. As you want mirrors for decorative purposes, create a gallery wall with mirrors of various sizes.
Large mirrors with decorative frames provide attractive focal points. Place these mirrors in visually prominent sites (above your beds or tables). On the contrary, smaller round mirrors can be placed on your side tables.
Moreover, like hanging photographs and paintings, mirrors help you disguise unsightly wall imperfections.
Decorate your room with a floor-to-ceiling curtain
Floor-to-ceiling draperies add height to almost any space. Hang these curtains just from the spot where the ceiling meets the walls. Your room will appear bigger with this approach. Maintain a consistent installation height while hanging longer drapes.
Although your windows in rooms are of various sizes, the length of the curtains should be the same. Choose a drapery material that does not obstruct the flow of light to your room.
Go bold
A small apartment room does not always need to be a white box. You can paint your walls with bold shades to make your room more attractive. Incorporating bright colors into the accent wall is another good idea. Some people choose striped color schemes for the walls of a small space.
Horizontal or vertical lines on the bare walls will develop an illusion of expansion. You may also choose contrasting colors for paneling and wall molding.
Maximize the floor space
There are ways to make the optimal use of the floor space. For instance, adding a corner bookshelf will help you save usable space in your room. However, do not jam-pack everything in a room, as it will make the space overcrowded. Moreover, a floor lamp with a fitted table will free up extra space. Floating shelves also add space to the room. Use the vertical space in several other ways to make the floor uncluttered.
Add a touch of greenery
Real greenery for decorations needs a lot of care to keep the plants alive. So, you can decorate your rooms with artificial garlands. There are different ways to beautify a small space with artificial garlands. For instance, winding the fake garlands along the stairs’ railing will transform the ambiance. You may also hang artificial garlands on your mantel. The fake hanging leaves are best for both indoor and outdoor uses like living room and balcony.
Never overlook lighting
Bad lighting can make your room look gloomy. The small room must not make you feel dark. As there are space constraints, layering with light is a good idea. Illuminate your ceiling with a large fixture and install floor lights. Some accent lights near your furniture will make your room more beautiful. Layer your lights and brighten the space to create a perfect mood.
Make sure you have created a symmetry with lighting. Buy matching lights to maintain symmetry around your fireplace or couch. These tricks will make the space more cohesive.
Fireplace as your room’s focal point
A brick fireplace looks gorgeous in almost any room. You can use it to display a large artwork. Surround the fireplace with crisp white and black herringbone tiles.
You may also choose a dark wood mantel and natural stone hearth to complement a wooden floor of lighter tones. If you already have a fireplace, elevate its look. However, the most important thing is to maintain a visual balance in your room with a fireplace.
Use rugs for your room
Incorporating rugs into your small room adds comfort and style. Rugs of different textures will elevate the aesthetics of your room. However, overly bold patterns will overwhelm small rooms. You can place them at the center of your room for a balanced look. Well-chosen rugs make your room look larger.
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