Designing small spaces might seem a bit challenging at the outset. However, with the right idea and expertise, creative designs can be employed to modify the space to give a beautiful aesthetic appeal as per your tastes and requirements. Great attention to detail is required in order to bring out the best output from a small space. With an increasing number of people working from their homes following the pandemic, a high number of interior designing projects are being taken up. Let us look at some useful tips for beautifully designing compact homes.
Maximizing floor space
Greater floor space makes the room appear spacious and open. It also makes cleaning and organizing things easier. Furniture can be compact and multi-purpose in nature. Wall-mounted cupboards and floating bookshelves are excellent ways to increase the floor space available. Tables and chairs with narrow legs will fit seamlessly into the design occupying minimal space as well. Also, an open floor allows for greater visibility of the walls which makes the room appear bigger.
Specifying the looks
There are many styles one can adopt to highlight a room or a space. Various combinations can be achieved by playing around with color, light, and type of furniture. Wooden furniture is more commonly preferred as it has a classic warming effect. Selecting furniture based on function over decoration serves the purpose better. Usage of geometric shapes in the design with bold colors gives a mid-century modern look, whereas mild colors, soft patterns, and big attractive decor will give a French countryside experience.
Exploring the vertical
Utilizing the vertical dimension to the maximum will ensure the room remains less congested and open. Bookshelves can be built and extended vertically instead of getting another storage unit. Kitchen cabinets can be made to extend to the ceiling where infrequently used items can be stored, and the more frequent ones on the lower shelves. Shelves or compartments can be installed above the beds and couches to conserve space. Ceilings can be used effectively by hanging plants in the living room or utensil racks in the kitchen. Vertical stripes in wallpapers, curtains, and posters can be used instead of horizontal ones since vertical stripes create the illusion of height.
Natural lighting
Well-placed windows allow natural light to flood the room, making it appear bigger and more open. It goes without saying that mirrors need to be placed strategically in order to reflect the light coming into the room. If there is minimal natural light, use a combination of mirrors and wall colors to create a comfortable glow. Lighter colors reflect, whereas darker colors absorb light. Using a clear shower curtain tends to open up the space in an otherwise small bathroom. When designing a new space, consider using skylights to add natural light to small spaces that don't allow for windows.
Creative divisions
The concept of an open living space is often adopted to maximize the available space. One of the features is the absence of doors in order to save space. Rooms can be merged or divided creatively using the right furniture or accessories. Placing furniture in the corners and leaving space in the center can lead to a combined dining area and a workstation. A vertical bookshelf can act as a partition between the living room and a home office. Similarly, curtains and sliding doors can be placed strategically to create divisions without taking up too much space.