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You are here: Home / Blog / Featured Blog Posts / How to Best Decorate a Small Space and Make it Feel Bigger

How to Best Decorate a Small Space and Make it Feel Bigger

March 22, 2019 John Kynor Leave a Comment

The best way to live life is simply by making do with what you have so as to produce significant results. If you happen to have a room that may have limited space, you don’t have to sulk because it is small. The best thing to do is to maximize on space and apply a few smart ideas that can create an illusion, making you and anybody else for that matter think that the room is bigger than it actually is. In most cases, the bed is what takes up most the room, especially if it’s already big in size. Therefore, it’s important to have a few points and tips on how you can shape the look of your room into one that feels quite spacious.

 

Keep Your Devices Organized

 

You may have a lot of techs that you store up in your room and this can eventually cloud up your room. The most reasonable thing to do is to put them all way in one area. In addition, make sure that you do away with those items that are not of urgent use to you. A good example is you can place your computer and facsimile machine on one desk instead of having them in different areas.

 

Use Lighter Colors For The Walls

 

Painting your room with light colors can make your room feel bigger due to the fact that light colors reflect light. On the other hand, painting your room with dark colors can make it appear squeezed and constricting. This is mainly because darker paints absorb light, hence making everything look smaller. One of the best recommended colors includes lively blue, light green, cream, and even white. Therefore, the next time you think of redesigning your room, it’s most advisable to stay away from dark colors.

 

Use Monochromatic Paint

 

When it comes to painting your bedroom, the colors you use not only need to be light, but also ought to match. The main reason why using monochromatic colors is a plus is because they create space and fluidity. By painting your room with different colors, you’re likely to create visible segments that can still make it look compact and restricted in regard to space. Therefore, if your primary choice of color is for instance blue, then it’s advisable to only stick to shades of blue when repainting the room.

 

Ensure Trims Are Painted With Light Colors

 

If you look around your room, you’re certainly going to notice that the designer probably made trims around various areas like the door, windows, and the ceiling. These trims are important because they can be painted with a lighter color that can make you perceive depth in the room. This is because the light colors create an illusion that makes the door and windows look bigger. The ceiling also appears to be further away from the surface of the bed.

 

Use Glass or Shiny Décor

 

Whenever you go shopping for the items that you need to place in your room, the best thing to do is to go for glass or shiny items that can make the room feel bigger. This is mainly because the glass will reflect the light due to its reflective properties. On the contrary, opaque objects will absorb the light which will give the opposite effect.

 

Use a Flat Bed

 

There is no doubt that most people prefer to sleep in a big bed where they can stretch easily. The wisest choice to make for your bed is to buy one that’s designed with a low height. This can ideally increase the distance between the bed surface and the ceiling.

 

Alter The Bed Position in the Bedroom

 

The position your bed is placed in has a big effect on the overall space. Therefore, it’s optimal that you take your time and shift its position and see where it will best fit and not occupy unnecessary space. The best way to do this is by trying to change its vertical position by rotation.

 

Use Space Preserving Furniture

 

Arranging the furniture in your room can be a tedious job, and they may end up taking a lot of room space. Therefore, you can always work your way around this by buying furniture that can save you space such as a bed that has storage compartments underneath. This feature allows you to store most of your clothes with no stress. You can also use foldable furniture which can be put away when not in use.

 

Install Built-In Shelving

 

A very smart small bedroom design idea is to have built-in shelves mounted on the wall just above your bed. This can not only save you space when storing your items, but also save you time.

 

Install Mirrors

 

Being in a room that has mirrors all around can make you feel like you’re in a big room. Ultimately, mirrors are the best to use for creation of spatial illusion in your room. This is because mirrors will always reflect light, and if tilted at an angle, they can also create an illusion of height and depth.

 

Conclusion

 

Your room may be logically small, but there are several things that you can do to create the illusion of space and improve the overall ambiance. The above suggestions are a good start.

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About John Kynor

John Kynor is the Founder, CEO & Qualifying Broker of Q Realty®. John has enjoyed over 15 years in Albuquerque real estate and is a multi-million dollar producer. He founded Q Realty® in 2012, which quickly became one of the top real estate companies in Albuquerque ("The Q"). Contact John at John@Qrealty.com with any questions.

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