{"id":221,"date":"2022-01-29T17:33:34","date_gmt":"2022-01-29T17:33:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandhomesblog.com\/?p=221"},"modified":"2022-01-29T17:33:34","modified_gmt":"2022-01-29T17:33:34","slug":"how-to-maximize-space-in-a-smaller-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grandhomes.com\/blog\/2022\/01\/29\/how-to-maximize-space-in-a-smaller-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Maximize Space in a Smaller Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Maximizing space in a smaller home is achievable. Homeowners can tweak the painting, choose the right furniture, and leverage floor-to-ceiling installations. Space dividers and hidden storage compartments also work for some people. Here are seven ways to maximize space in a smaller home:<\/p>\n<h2>1. \u00a0 \u00a0Paint the Rooms White<\/h2>\n<p>White paint makes a room lighter and brighter, allowing furniture to stand out more. Painting the walls white doesn&#8217;t maximize space but trick the eyes and make the room appear airier. White paints are trendy and provide the best canvas to achieve a spacious design.<\/p>\n<h2>2. \u00a0 \u00a0Use Floor to Ceiling Cabinets<\/h2>\n<p>Floor-to-ceiling installations have become trendy over the past few years for their space efficiency. Homeowners can install shelves that run the entire length of the walls, providing extra storage for items. Such installations are perfect for keeping specific items out of view while leveraging space unused in smaller homes.<\/p>\n<h2>3. \u00a0 \u00a0Purchase Multifunctional Furniture<\/h2>\n<p>Multifunctional furniture allows one to use the fixture for more than one function, eliminating the need to have separate furniture. A great example is a daybed, it doubles as lounging furniture for the day and a bed at night. Other popular options include C-tables for coffee and computer. Homeowners can also use full-size furniture to hide unsightly elements and increase space illusion.<\/p>\n<h2>4. \u00a0 \u00a0Under-Stair\/Bet Storage<\/h2>\n<p>Installing roll-out carts or drawers under the stairs provides storage for extra items. An experienced interior designer can take the measurements of the space to design the perfect fixture for existing needs. Similarly, the area under the bed can accommodate bookshelves and other simple fixtures for extra storage. Homeowners can get ideas from experts to determine the best way to utilize such spaces for their needs.<\/p>\n<h2>5. \u00a0 \u00a0Add Room Dividers<\/h2>\n<p>Walls take up space and aren&#8217;t as flexible as dividers. So instead of using walls, use dividers, such as curtains or glass panes. Clear glass or mirrors can also increase the depth of view. Dividers create a traditional design without eating up extra space. They are also easier to take down and reinstall in other areas as desired.<\/p>\n<h2>6. \u00a0 \u00a0Use a Bedside Ledge<\/h2>\n<p>A full table in a bedroom takes more space than necessary and doesn&#8217;t suit smaller homes. Homeowners can get creative with a bedside ledge instead. Even though it is smaller, it offers space for studies and holds a few items for users. Again, homeowners can choose from various styles to compliment an interior d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n<h2>7. \u00a0 \u00a0Opt for Lucite Tables<\/h2>\n<p>Floating Lucite tables are perfect for studio apartments and smaller homes. They are lightweight and easy to move around. Lucite tables also don\u2019t weigh down on space and come in all sizes and customizable designs for homes. They also suit different functions, thanks to their portable nature.<\/p>\n<h2>Other Ways to Maximize Space in a Smaller Home<\/h2>\n<p>Maximizing space focuses on choosing the right fixtures and creating space illusion. Homeowners can hang artwork above eye level to create the illusion of higher ceilings. Other things to do to maximize space include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 \u00a0Installing overhead LEDs under shelves and kitchen cabinets<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Using a breakfast bar next to a window instead of a full-size dining room table<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Editing the space when adding\/replacing fixtures<br \/>\n\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Using color to differentiate each space<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Grand Homes has more than three decades of experience helping homeowners design their space. The team has more than 100 awards for design and has served 30,000+ people. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandhomes.com\/index.cfm?p=contact_us\"><strong>Contact<\/strong><\/a> Grand Homes to find more about enhancing small spaces.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maximizing space in a smaller home is achievable. 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