New York City is one of the costliest places to live in the entire world. Real estate costs are very high, and so is the cost of living in The Big Apple. Many people spend thousands of dollars in rent on very small apartments and need to make small spaces bigger in home environments.
Even those who buy condos, townhouses, and homes in and near New York City often find themselves trying to fit into living spaces with minimal storage capacity. Fortunately, you can make your limited space more efficient with five interior design tips for maximizing your home space.
1. Maximize the Natural Light
A good interior design for any space will make maximum use of natural light. A small space is especially dependent upon maximizing natural light because it likely has fewer windows. Fewer windows mean less available natural light, so you need to maximize any that you get.
You should ensure windows are unblocked and any curtains you use enable light to pass through while preventing prying eyes from seeing inside your home. Blackout curtains or shades could be included so you can close them at night for maximum privacy.
2. Lighter, Neutral Colors Add ‘Space’
A darkened space is an enclosing one. You can open up your home space by using lighter colors for the walls and ceilings. Light and neutral colors reflect light and make a small home more inviting for others. They also help to maximize the sense of space and openness inside your home.
3. Get Rid of the Clutter
An open plan kitchen requires adequate storage to keep the space pristine…Designed by Doreen Chambers Interiors
You (or an interior designer) cannot make small spaces bigger in home redoes if you have clutter all over the place. You need to make a very tight inventory of what you need and what you do not. Whatever you do not need should go. You could try selling your unwanted and unneeded items if they still hold any kind of value. You also might donate them to thrift stores.
Whatever you cannot get rid of by selling or donating is a prime candidate for the trash heap. Once you declutter your home, you can enjoy much more space and a more organized living environment.
4. Open Up the Floor Space
How you place your furniture and furnishings makes a big difference in how open your home looks on the inside. When you configure items that cut off natural walkways and open flooring, you diminish the available space and make your place look and feel much smaller.
You should do your best to leave spaces open by placing furniture near the walls without blocking any windows. Desks, tables, and other furnishings should not create barriers within your living space. The more open the floor space, the bigger your living area becomes.
5. Buy Big Furniture
Large furniture can help to make a small space seem much bigger when situated correctly. Large couches, chairs, and similar furniture and accessories can accent the available space and make it look and feel much bigger. Contact me today for more tips and guidance for your living space!