How to Make Any Room Look Bigger
Having a small dwelling place can be challenging. Here are 10 simple techniques and tips to create an illusion of a bigger space.
1/ Create a mirror image: Place a large single mirror in the room so that it reflects a focal point
2/ Let there be light: Keep window coverings sheer and open, invest in lamps and LED spotlights
3/ Raise a leg or four: Keep furniture off the floor and avoid sofas and armchairs with skirts
4/ Constantly expel clutter: Clean out the clutter. An untidy room can look half its actual size
5/ Plan out positions: Place large items against the walls, and never let furniture block walkways
6/ Big up your books: Install floor-to-ceiling bookcases to add height to a room
7/ Forget the Fuss: When picking a rug or wallpaper avoid busy patterns
8/ Lighten up: Stick to light, cool color scheme and mix it up with accent pieces
9/ Scale to size: Furniture should be scaled so that it fits the dimension of a room
10/ Choose multi-purpose pieces: Invest in multi-functional furniture to simplify the room
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“Small rooms or dwellings discipline the mind, larger ones weaken it.”
