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Five Tips for Furnishing Small Spaces

Just because you live in a small-sized apartment doesn’t mean that you have to settle for boring, pint-sized furniture. One common misconception most people have when furnishing small apartments is that all the focus should be on functionality. An apartment that is short on space doesn’t necessarily have to be short on style. The key is to find the right balance between style and functionality and choose furnishing that highlights your personal aesthetics. Follow these 10 decorating tips to ensure to create a beautiful space called your home:

1. Invest in multi-purpose furniture

Make the most of the limited space you have by investing in furniture that will do double duty. From the bedroom to living room, you can have multi-purpose furniture throughout your home.

1) Consider a dual-purpose bed that can be folded into a sofa when not in use
2) Buy a coffee table that can double up as a bookshelf
3) Use a hollow ottoman for storing small things

Whatever furniture pieces you select, make sure that they are easy to use and are appropriate to your space.

2. Ditch the edges

Instead of having end-to-end furniture pieces, go curvy.
Given that most apartments are box-shaped, adding curves will leave a lot of empty space in corners, making the apartment look larger. Go for round coffee tables, a chair with a curve, or a curved sofa set.

Add rugs that are either curvy in shape or are adorned with spirals and dots.

3. Go vertical with storage

The best way to utilise space is to go vertical with storage. Tall, narrow storage systems not only provide a lot of storage area but it also give the room a leaner, spacious feel.
A large entertainment centre extending from the ceiling to the floor is a great option that can also double up as a great room divider between the bedroom and the living area.

You can also place two vertical almirahs or bookshelves on either side of the doorway or have fold away furniture for flexible use.

4. Play with curtains

You don’t have to be restricted to those run-of-the-mill curtains. Simple patterned curtains in natural hues make your space appear larger. Create height by hanging the curtains from floor to ceiling or by hanging them outside the window. You can also have them flow from a cornice if you prefer hiding the curtain rod.

5. Add depth with layers

If you thought layering is only for large spaces, you can’t be more wrong. Adding layers can bring the required depth to your small apartment..

Select pieces with varying materials, patterns and different textures.

Layer your bedding with blankets and add multiple pillows and cushions to add depth to your bedroom. However, it is important to note that layering is not only about piling one design element over another, but also about creating contrast.