5 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Minimal Living Space

No matter the size of your home, you’ll most likely want to fill it to the brim with beautiful decor. This, however, can quickly make your house look much smaller than it really is, which is a nightmare when you have minimal space. Don’t fret though, there are plenty of ways you can add your own touch to even the tiniest of accommodations. Follow these five tips and you’ll notice a big difference in the vibe of your place.

Multifunctional Furniture
The best way of making the most out of your living space is to purchase multifunctional furniture. A foldable murphy desk, for example, is both a storage unit and study area, allowing you to transform any area into a home office in an instant. If you’re super limited and can’t have a full-length desk, a corner writing desk is both charming and practical.

Not everyone requires a desk – libraries do exist, after all – but most need a bed. This will take up a large chunk of your space, making it essential for you to find a multipurpose product. Ottoman storage beds from the likes of Divan Beds Centre are comfortable and cozy but have a large compartment in the base. This is the perfect place to put your shoes, bags and anything else that takes up a lot of floor space.

Quality Not Quantity
It’s always tempting to go out and splurge on home decor, especially when your favorite shop has a sale. Resist the urge to go crazy with your spending and opt for quality over quantity every time. Add pieces that add genuine value to your life and home rather than piling the clutter.

Speaking of clutter, this is something you should cut down on. Regarded as the Queen of cleaning, Marie Kondo has some fantastic tips when it comes to decluttering. By ensuring everything has it’s own place and limiting the number of unnecessary objects you own, you’ll be able to open up your space to make it appear much bigger.

Organization
As mentioned above, clutter can take up a lot of space, with even the small stuff quickly adding up. Floor space is key to making your room look bigger, so try and keep it as minimal as possible. One of the things you can do is invest in a cable and cord organizer as this will keep them off the floor, which can make the room seem even smaller.

As well as cable organizers, start using walls and doors to your advantage. Hanging wall storage is stylish and versatile, allowing you to organize your belongings while keeping them off the floor.

Light
Incorporating lots of light – both in terms of color and lighting – is a wonderful way of creating a bright, airy environment.  Natural light can do wonders when it comes to opening up space, especially when paired with neutral colors such as white, almond, light grey and beige. Dark or brash colors can make the room appear smaller, whereas light and airy tones open it up to give the illusion of a bigger space. While you can have a few pieces in darker tones, use these to highlight the brighter area around them.

Maximize Corners
Corner desks have already been mentioned, but there’s plenty of other uses for the corners of your rooms. Make the most of them by placing your dining tables and the like against them, as this will allow for a more spacious feel. It looks edgy and modern too, instantly boosting your minimalistic space. You could go so far as to create cozy corners with beanbags and a floating bookshelf. Cozy, cute and minimal – what could be better?

No matter the size of your space, let your inner interior designer free with these top tips. They’ll easy to incorporate into any style and make your home look bigger in an instant.