Monday, February 14, 2011

Small Spaces

Decorating Tips and Tricks Decorators have many tricks to make a living space appear larger than it is. One way to maximize your interior is by using variations of the same color throughout. Don't paint each room a different color; instead, use different shades of the same color to make your house seem bigger. This especially makes sense if you have an open floor plan, where many rooms are visible to each other.
Another trick when decorating a small house is to let light in. You can do this through lamps or recessed lighting, or by selecting lighter drapes that allow more of the sun's rays inside. In the same vein, mirrors are a great way to give the impression of more light and room in a small living space.


Furnishing When it comes to furnishing a small living space, it is important to commit to either smaller pieces or larger pieces. If you opt for smaller-scale furniture when decorating your small house, you are more likely to have everything fit the space. The key is to not go overboard with too many smaller pieces so that you do not end up looking cluttered.
Many people have shied away from larger-scale furniture in small houses, afraid that the rooms would be overwhelmed by it. However, some decorators would advise you to embrace larger pieces. Not only can bigger items be inviting, they create a more dramatic decor. Focus on selecting a few streamlined furniture designs that will anchor the room.

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