Far East Décorave

Making Small Spaces Bigger

If you’ve ever had a small studio apartment or lived in a location where you didn’t have much privacy to yourself, you know how difficult it can be.  Though making the space larger through construction is often out of the question, you can use a few cosmetic design tactics to make even the smallest spaces seem much grander.  First, if you’re short on privacy, consider a room divider screen.  These artistic barriers come in all kinds of styles, though plant, bamboo, and flower screen dividers tend to be the most popular.  Once you have a space of your own to build on, first of all think about building up instead of down.  If space on the floor is cluttered, think about ways you could put things up higher.  Tall bookcases, shelves, and cabinets are great for storage.  You will also want to organize the items you own efficiently to conserve space.

Once you’ve moved the furniture and storage around, a fresh coat of paint can open up a space, in addition to window treatments, or even a small area rug.  Use lighter paint colors, as these won’t make you feel so confined.  Well spaced wall art is another way to make a space feel larger.