Getting the Most Out of a Small Living Space

If you live in a small space in Los Angeles, San Bernardino or Orange County, there are a number of ways you can make your living or office space larger. In addition to reducing your clutter by putting things into a self-storage unit , you can use certain design techniques to broaden the perceived size of your living or office space. Here is an overview of the many ways you can get more out of your small space.

Get Rid of Clutter

This is the first and most important step, because even large spaces can become cramped and disorderly when there’s too much stuff around. Look around your living or office space and identify things you haven’t used in a while. Books you haven’t read, kitchen equipment you never use, and clothes you don’t wear should be given away, sold, recycled, or placed in a self-storage unit.

Create Visual Illusions

If you cannot physically expand your small living space , then expand the way you perceive it. Light is one of the best ways to do this. Add a skylight, replace a door with an archway, or tweak your lighting fixtures to let more light into your space. If you have a lease that says you cannot tinker with these features, use paint instead. Cool, light colors make a small space seem larger. Standing, hanging, and large-paneled mirrors give an illusion of more space, but make sure that the reflection is of something attractive, such as a painting or a light fixture. If you have low ceilings, buy pieces of art with vertical lines and hang them above eye level.

Downsize Your Furniture

If you have a recliner or a huge sofa, sell it, recycle it, or put it into a self-storage unit. A small sofa or loveseat is a better fit for a smaller space. Replace large appliances and a large TV with space-efficient appliances and flat-panel TV instead.

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