Hang More Mirrors
If you problem is small, dark rooms then mirrors are a classic solution to make things feel more roomy. Hang large mirrors opposite windows to bounce the light from outside back into the room. This makes the room feel a lot lighter and brighter. The reflections can also help the room to feel a little larger.
Get The Balance Of Furniture Right
If your rooms are small, you might be tempted to take out a lot of the furniture to make it seem bigger. Actually, unfurnished rooms or rooms with not much furniture in them can end up feeling a lot smaller. Instead, balance the size of the room out with well chosen furniture and a carefully planned room layout to make the most of the room.
Expand Upwards
If your house has a loft that you don’t use, then you have a great opportunity to solve your space problems. Bring in a loft conversion specialist to help you turn the loft into an extra room. Loft conversions are great as a spare bedroom if you need an extra one, a playroom for the kids or as a space like a craft room.
Build In More Storage
More storage space is the best way to get control of clutter. Build in some more cabinets or shelves, and take advantage of spaces like the gap under the stairs to add in some more storage options. Get clutter out of the way and out of sight to make your home feel a lot more spacious.
Take Advantage Of High Ceilings
High ceilings are another great place to sneak in some more storage. Add in a mezzanine loft to add in some extra storage space for large items, like suitcases. You could also use this space as a sleeping loft if you’re short of bed space for visitors.
Store Away Out Of Season Clothing
Is your wardrobe overflowing with clothes that you aren’t wearing? At the start of a new season, pack up and store away your out of season clothing. Storing things like the big coats or your summer dresses when you don’t need them up in the loft or under the bed gives you much needed space in the wardrobe.
Buy An Ottoman
Invest in furniture that doubles as storage. Benches with storage inside or ottomans give you extra seating and some storage space. Ottomans are a great place to put away your children’s toys so they’re out of the way and not taking up space on the floor when they’re not being played with.
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