You know what they say, dynamite comes in small packages. This means there is no reason your small space can’t blow away any visiting house guest. Whether your whole house is small or you have small rooms within your house, this article will help you explore how you can take small house design to the next level.
When it comes to small house design, using large furniture and decor in the wrong way can really emphasize that the room is small. This doesn’t mean that your lounge suite has to look like a tea party set. But try to stay away from grand-size furniture if the room won’t allow it.
A great way to keep a sense of depth in your small room while still using larger furniture is to make sure that you use that furniture on the outer parts of the room. By putting furniture pieces like bookshelves, dressing tables, chests and anything else on the perimeter of a room, you can enjoy the space more.
When the room you are decorating is small and you use a small rug, it’s a dead giveaway. Use large rugs that allow for all your furniture to sit on it, or even better, use a rug that goes wall to wall to give the interpretation of a much larger space than you really have.
When we want to create the illusion of having more space, positioning furniture and decor in close proximity to one another doesn’t just distract from the visual appeal of your furniture and decor, it also makes a room feel cluttered and as if very little thought went into decorating the space.
When it comes to decorating a small bedroom, it can feel like you are sacrificing storage space for beautiful decor or vice versa. But the good news is that you can get both storage and good looks with the clever use of a bespoke headboard or mattress base.
Instead of a flat headboard try an alternative shelf-like option. This gives you the aesthetic appeal of whichever material you choose and the practicality of wide storage that is easily accessible. You can use anything to fill this space, maybe some books, jewellery, perfumes, plants, scarves, hats and anything in between.
The famous illusionist Harry Houdini used smoke and mirrors to blow the minds of his audience. That’s because reflective surfaces create the feeling of something being there when it isn’t. It’s a great way to double up tight spaces within a small house design that feel cramped and enclosed. Consider using mirrors as a backing board for your shelves, or better yet, use reflective furniture and decor that introduces light and more dimensions to the space you are working with.
If you’re struggling with floor space, elevating storage can free up the space you are looking for while adding a unique look and feel to any room. This means you can have the freedom to move around while still having access to what you need.
Don’t stop there, think about all the things that you could mount to the wall. A wall-mounted TV in an entertainment area sits at a comfortable height for everyone to watch and wall-mounted lamps can light up a room without getting in the way.
A feature wall is a wall that uses colours and textures to draw your attention and add more of an energetic and unique feel to a room. Since a feature wall is so great at being a focal point, it also takes the focus away from the size of a room.
In creating your feature wall, wallpaper and intriguing artwork are your friends. Be sure to use eye-catching textures and bold colours for that extra wow factor.
With so many years in the industry, we’ve had the opportunity to bring spaces of all shapes and sizes to life and this means we can provide our clients with bespoke interior design that reveals the true potential of your home. Contact us below if you have a project in mind.