Small Spaces

9 Secrets Designers Always Use to Instantly Make a Small Room Look Bigger

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For designers, figuring out clever ways to make small spaces seem larger can be quite the creative challenge. For example, in a compact powder bathroom, utilizing a floating vanity with under cabinet lighting and light wallpaper or paint is optimal. Whether you are looking to maximize your whole home or a single room, check out these … Read more

We Asked a Designer How to Make a Small Living Room Feel Bigger and It’s Actually So Easy

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Smart design choices will make a small living room more functional and create the perception that it’s larger than it is.  “A small living room doesn’t have to feel like you’re settling for less than great design,” says interior designer John McClain. “With the right layout, smart scaling, and furniture that lets the space breathe, … Read more

We Asked a Designer How to Make a Small Bedroom Feel Bigger and It’s Actually So Easy

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Small bedrooms can be challenging to style, but there’s no reason they can’t be as functional and beautiful as a larger space.  “A well-designed small bedroom feels intimate, cocoon-like, and calming,” says interior designer Lauren Saab. “Larger bedrooms often slip into chaos, while a smaller one done right becomes a sanctuary where nothing feels wasted … Read more

22 Genius Ways to Make a Small Kitchen Look Ten Times Bigger, According to Designers

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Whether you have a galley kitchen, a small kitchen in an open apartment, or a closed kitchen in an old home, there’s no shortage of tricks you can use to make your small kitchen look bigger and feel more spacious. Some changes require structural changes and renovation, while others leverage light updates that you can DIY. From cabinet paint … Read more