We all understand the difficulty of having a small space that we just can’t seem to make look bigger. Whether you have a small city apartment, a teeny house, or a minuscule room that we can only use as storage. Well, it’s time for a change.
In this article, we will tell you ways you can make any space look bigger. From how to tactfully use mirrors, choose décor and wall paint in light shades, choose elongating stripes, make the most of storage and natural light.
1. Use oversized mirrors
It’s surprising how much a mirror can impact the size of a room – they aren’t just for posing in! If you have a small living room, why not have a go at placing a large mirror behind your couch instead of above the mantelpiece? Or why not create a mirror wall by installing mirror tiles across the expanse?
Having a mirror will double up the room so that when you look into it you will see the room behind you. And the beauty of mirrors is that they come in a wide range of shapes and sizes. Choose a window frame mirror to mimic the outdoors, use honeycomb tiles and arrange a shape of your choice along a long wall, or create a gallery of small mirrors to reflect the light in different directions.
2. Opt for light colors
One of the most impactful ways to make a small room look bigger is light, neutral décor. Off-white walls and other light tones help the light to bounce off from the surface, projecting light into the rest of the room and creating the illusion of more space.
The easiest way to do this is to keep everything neutral. Paint the walls white, choose white hard flooring or fluffy white carpets as well as furniture in light tones. For instance, if you are working with a tiny bedroom, choose crisp-white bedding and paint the walls white. If you have any skirting boards or ceiling moldings that are wooden or dark, paint these white too. These act as a frame in your room so paint these white to dramatically open up the space.
3. Choose the 3D effect wall art
If white walls and mirrors are too obvious and basic for you, then why not show your sense of style and simultaneously open up the space with 3D effect wall art? Of course, framed art is effective but it isn't as show-stopping and room-altering as a 3D effect wallpaper mural.
Choose from a wide range of custom-made murals showcasing long tunnels, never-ending wine cellars, realistic windows, and more. Most are available as normal paste wallpaper which is often applied in the traditional way. However, if you are renting, opt for a removable Peel and Stick wallpaper that will leave no damage on your Landlord’s walls.
4. Have good storage
It’s true. Good storage can be the be-all and end-all when it comes to making your space look bigger. Having more floor space free from toys and clutter will not only make the room appear larger but will create more of a sense of calm in your home.
The answer for good storage? Use those walls. Seek long, floating shelving and strategically place it on bare walls that are currently not serving any purpose. Use these open shelves to store books, photo frames, candles, and more. If your child’s bedroom is tiny, use hanging nets to store their teddies and dolls.
If you want to hide away items so they can’t be seen, choose boxed shelves and place them against the wall. Fill each empty box area with wicker or fabric boxes that fit perfectly inside. Otherwise, under-bed boxes with wheels are great for tiny bedrooms – choose ones with lids to stop dust from getting inside.
5. Make the most of natural light
Lastly, it’s amazing how natural light can make all the difference in a room. Whether you live in your own home or in a small rental apartment, natural light will always win in terms of making a space bigger.
The most important way to do this is by looking at your window area. If you have dark, heavy curtains, replace these with opaque white ones to always invite natural light in. For bedrooms, this can be an issue with being woken up early by the sunrise. The answer? Choose a blackout blind and roll it up during the day.
Next, have a look at the position of your curtain pole. How low down is it? Did you know that installing it a bit higher than usual above the window frame will expand the size of your window and, again, encourage more natural light? And if all else fails, make sure those windows are as clean and shiny as possible! A good clean can make all the difference.
In conclusion
If you want to make your home bigger, the main thing to remember is to create more floor space and enhancing the natural light. Before starting any projects above, declutter your home. You will be surprised at how much a good tidy-up will change your space. After this, paint the walls white, opt for handy storage and adorn your walls in 3D effect art to alter the space even more. Before you know it, your tiny room will feel double its size!
Author’s Bio
Written by Amy Hillary. Amy is a Freelance Writer as well as the Content Creator at Wallsauce.com. Her work consists of creating website content, writing blogs as well as product descriptions. Her most popular topic focuses are interior design, lifestyle, education and retail.
