Somehow, there's never enough room in a house. These ideas will help you to carve out more space -- without building an addition.
Go vertical.
Tall furniture rather than wide preserves precious floor space.
Climb the walls.
Add a shelf or rack to display a favorite collection or hang hats, ties and scarves.
Stash it in style.
Occasional and coffee tables offer storage with drawers, shelves and cubbies plus glass-topped display space for collectibles.
Look out below.
Don't waste valuable space under the bed. Fill boxes and storage bins with out-of-season clothing, wrapping paper, sporting goods or anything else you use infrequently and slide under the bed.
Roll away.
Choose furniture on wheels for easy rejiggering of a room.
Leaf out.
If a full-size dining room table is too big for the dining area, look for one with removable leaves.
Accent it.
A mirror is always a nice accent, and in small rooms they add light and depth.
Declutter.
Less is more in a small home. Clutter makes a room look tiny; clear surfaces make it seem expansive.
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This is geared toward tiny houses, but applies to any small space, such as a petite powder room in a large home.
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Our favorite tip is the simplest: Keep a sense of perspective and remember that small really can be beautiful. Think cozy, not limited.
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remodeled to maximize its space, shows clean lines, Modernist furniture, and space-saving features such as a sliding door. Unusual shelves run throughout the house, and the bold color accents against the neutral hues are inspired.
-- Homes & Gardens staff
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