You might be living in New York City, or you might be residing in a
quaint condo in the North End of Boston, when you realize you have a
very small space to work with when it comes to redecorating and
remodeling. Have no fear though; there are plenty of ingenious ways to
create more space in your charming home or condo.
affordable, spacious, comfortable & flexible designs for one story & two homes,
hillside homes, vacation & second homes, victorian homes, european homes, asean
homes, traditional homes, contemporary homes, narrow-lot homes.
Let's start with the bathroom. Many homes include a small guest
bathroom, or if you live in the city, you know that every room is
downsized, including the already small bathroom. There are still plenty
of ways to maximize this space. First off, what color are the walls? If
they are a dark color, then there is solution #1. The lighter the
paint, the larger the room will look. If you're surrounded by dark
colors the room is going to seem to be closing in on you even more. So,
break out those paintbrushes, and get started. Be sure to properly tape
all of the edges so you don't make a mess.
The next idea for the
bathroom is to look into corner bathtubs. Is this something that might
work in your bathroom? This style can greatly reduce the amount of
space that is taken up in the room, and will provide you more room to
work with. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes so you're sure to
find one that works for your space.
Another idea is to use open
shelving in place of a closed medicine cabinet. If you're capable of
keeping that area neat and clean, then it's a great way to add
dimension and create a more open feel in the room.
Moving onto
the other rooms, there are some great ways to utilize your space to the
best of your ability. For example, a TV on a swivel that can be used in
two rooms can save a lot of space, and add a personal and creative
touch to any home. If you have a kitchen island or peninsula one great
way to add functionality and save space is to install open shelves
above it. It's a great way to store glasses, or other kitchen
accessories.
These ideas will get your inner interior decorator
going, and help you regain confidence in your purchasing decisions
knowing that there are plenty of design options, even when you have
small spaces to work with!
affordable, spacious, comfortable & flexible designs for one story & two homes,
hillside homes, vacation & second homes, victorian homes, european homes, asean
homes, traditional homes, contemporary homes, narrow-lot homes.
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