In today's ever growing real estate market it's easy to feel down heartened when apartments, houses and spaces in general appear to be shrinking as the price of space is difficult to achieve comfortably. The difficulty of finding a space you love and a space that suits your living requirements are hard to match. Luckily there are some interior design ideas out there to help you feel less inclined towards claustrophobia and hopeful that space can be created in places you wouldn't think possible.
The first thing to recognise is all those wasted or over looked space opportunities that we take for granted. For example, build upwards; tall and slim. Take wardrobes, most are left with spaces on the top between the top and the ceiling. Opting for the floor to ceiling look and hanging things where at all possible will create the illusion of space. Designers advise that if you can see the floor, clutter free, space appears larger than it really is. Another good tip is to build everything in; built-in wardrobes, cupboards and shelves. Again, using all space provided and taking up entire walls and floor to ceiling furnishings will help you achieve this.
Open shelving can create open space for objects and items you don't mind being on display. Be wary not to have too much sitting on shelves as it can look cluttered and you lose the effect. For the less attractive items, it's advisable to keep them under closed storage. There are many spaces such as under the window spaces that are taken for granted. You could try adding a bookshelf or small storage chest that blends in with your theme and other room furnishings. The trick is to make your space look homely, together and natural and closed storage spaces will hide the rest.
Although it's hard to achieve the balance between minimal and essential items of furniture, it is important for creating your spacious home. Ask yourself 'is this really necessary?' use practical pieces of furniture, choose carefully and then you can enjoy what furniture you have knowing the use of them is being fully utilised. For example a coffee table in the middle of a room can take up unnecessary space. Having a nest of tables that fold away or neatly stack in with each other can be used as and when needed. Sofas that are low-lying make rooms appear bigger, as well as a sofa on legs because you can see the floor underneath, which gives the impression of space.
You don't have to feel you are restricting yourself in your home, you have to make it your own but choosing the basics that are functional and practical is a good start.
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