Small living rooms are challenging to work with but making them functional can feel really rewarding! And it is possible to make them look spacious and feel comfy without much effort. We have gathered some painting and decorating tips that will help you with arranging the small interiors.
The micro-living trend has grown stronger in recent years. Living in a small flat is not always a choice - sometimes it comes as a necessity, particularly in the big metropolises where the accessibility of living spaces is limited. Regardless of that, small flats do not have to feel claustrophobic and cause struggle. If you organize the space thoughtfully, you can fully enjoy your little flat. How to achieve the effect of spaciousness and increase the level of functionality?
#1 Let the light in
Let us start from the tip that appears in most guides to small spaces but is always worth mentioning! The more light you let into the room, the bigger it will seem to be. Removing those curtains will certainly help, but there is much more you can do. First - paint the room in white or bright beige. We assure you it will make a difference. If you choose a bright-coloured floor, too, space will look even larger.
Try also to rethink the organization of the room. It may turn out that the tall furniture stops most sunlight from reaching the deeper parts of the room. Make sure the wardrobes and other tall pieces are as far from the window as possible.
#2 Don't keep things plain
A shot of vibrant patterns will do your small room good. Even though the intuition may tell you the opposite, varied textiles can actually make the room feel spacier. Do not be afraid of mixing some patterns from different parts of the world. Put the Andean colourful textiles with the boho rugs made with jute, wall hangings, and varied pillows. The only thing you should remember about is colour harmony and the diversification of sizes. The big patterns should be next to the small ones - otherwise, they will all merge.
#3 Use the vertical lines to make the room feel higher
Most people focus on optically enlarging the space at the horizontal level. However, at times, the vertical lines can make more difference. Bookcases, vitrines, "climbing" shelves - they will all contribute to that effect.
Hanging things on the ceiling can also provide you with such an effect. Try adding some hanged flowerbeds or boho-style hanging chairs. They will not only make the room feel taller but also guarantee some free space on the floor.
#4 Keep it low
Another way to create an optical illusion of a tall space is to choose modern furniture that often is lower than the traditional ones. The sofas and chairs with low backrests will make the room look taller and spacious.
#5 Don't avoid colors
We have already mentioned that choosing white is the best way to fill the room with light (or rather create an optical illusion of such an effect). It does not mean, however, that you should forget about colours. The bold colour accent will add some depth to your interior design and keep the attention away from the size of the space.
If you decide to paint the walls with intense colour, consider adding the details in complementary shades - these which it faces on the colour wheel. This way, you will create colour harmony and add extra boldness to the interior design.
#6 Add some glamour elements
Just as it works with patterns, the glamour accessories catch the eye and serve as a beautiful distraction. Metal golden legs of furniture, shiny carved mirror frameworks, lamps that are functional pieces of art - they will all help to create the illusion that your room is bigger.
#7 Use glass
If your living room is connected with the dining room or an office, you may want to divide these spaces. Introducing such a division can positively influence the comfort of living. However, avoid using drywalls. It is common nowadays to replace them with glass walls - often in industrial style, with metal elements. This way, you will let the natural light flow.
Using these tips can help you with making your interior feel spacious, comfy, and stylish at the same time. If you are searching for professionals to help you with achieving such an effect, reach out to our team.
