Practical Guide to Choosing Home Décor for Small Spaces

Decorating small spaces can be challenging. However, with some smart choices, even the smallest of rooms can look stylish, functional and comfortable. The key is to create visual balance by focusing on versatility and scale.

Start with planning – Before buying anything for the house, measure the rooms carefully including walkways and doorways. Set a purpose for each room and see how the utility can be maximized. Planning ahead can help make better choices and avoid costly mistakes.

Choose purposeful furniture – Smaller spaces need functional furniture with built-in storage and multi-use features. From sofa beds to extendable dining tables, storage ottomans to stackable stools and beds with drawers, one must opt for slim profiles so that the room feels less heavy and more open. Stay away from oversized furniture pieces. 

Use color to visually maximize the space – Colors such as beige, pale blue, white and soft gray can reflect night thereby making the area appear larger. Stick to a consistent color theme throughout the home to keep the sense of flow. Instead of choosing multiple strong colors, choose one or two bold accessories or a contrast accent wall. 

Layered lighting – Don’t just have one ceiling light and a floor lamp. Opt for layered lighting and combine them to create dimension and warmth. Overhead lighting can be combined with floor lamps, wall sconces and table lamps to achieve the same. Slim light options and wall-mounted lights save floor space whilst providing ample light.

Maximize vertical storage – Storage can be instantly maximized by using the vertical space. Opt for tall cabinets and floating shelves across rooms not just for displaying home décor but also organize things efficiently. This helps in keeping clutter away from sight whilst maintaining a neat look. 

With thoughtful choices and creative thinking, even smalls spaces can have their own charm.