Decorating small spaces can sometimes seem like a daunting task. However, you can make any space seem larger with easy, practically foolproof tips and techniques.
Make the Walls Go From Dark to Light
A small, cramped living space will feel more spacious by lightening the walls. The brightness can be emphasized by a darker accent wall in the same room or in an adjoining entryway. Choose an accent wall opposite a window and have the adjoining walls be at least three shades lighter. Jewel tones used in decorating small spaces will liven up a room by adding warmth and coziness and are a good choice for an accent wall
Creating Reflection with Mirrors
Mirrors are what you might call a "tried-and-true" method of opening up space in almost any small room. By adding a large mirror or a group of mirrors to a windowless wall, you reflect light into the area and create the illusion of windows. Positioning a mirror at the end of a hallway or stairway will make it appear longer. When decorating small spaces, be mindful of choosing mirrors that will reflect attractive objects. Refrain from placing a mirror directly across from an area you don't want to highlight, such as a waste basket or laundry room
Use Multitask Furniture
To get the most out of your square footage when decorating small spaces, select furniture that contains storage space. Coffee tables are a good example. Choose one that has shelving or a style that has a lid that can be opened for storing magazines, books and throws. A storage bench for the hallway is a good choice since it offers a place to sit while removing shoes while also providing a place to put them.
By incorporating these decorating small spaces ideas into your decorating plans, you will make the most of your small rooms with new color, mirrors and furniture.
Lynn Cressy writes articles on home decorating and organizing your home and your life. Her web site is http://www.lynnshomedecor.com
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