Within the past few years, studies have shown that the average home size is decreasing. Towards the end of the 20th century, new homes were all about being bigger and better. Now, new homes are all about efficiency and economics. Homeowners want homes that are efficient in space and energy so they can save a bundle on their bills. While people are still buying bigger homes, trends show that as people move closer to cities for work, average home size will continue to go down as people purchase small apartments and condos. Here are a few furniture tips if you are looking for modest furniture for your modest space.
Decorating a Small Bedroom
Lacking space or storage in your bedroom? Not a problem! I suggest investing in a luxurious storage bed. While you may be thinking that a storage bed is big and heavy, which are two things you don't want in a small apartment, think of it as one less chest or dresser that you'll have to make room for! Store clothes, linens or other items that you want out of the way and save yourself the space in your closet. I'd also pick up some of our large wall mirrors to hang in your bedroom space. Mirrors give the illusion that your space is bigger!
Decorating a Small Dining Room
Check out my blog from a few weeks ago on dining table shape to see what kind of tables would fit best in your room. For most dining rooms, I'd go with an extension table. It saves space when you're not using it, and expands when you have guests over. If you have an eat-in kitchen, which wouldn't be out of the ordinary for the average apartment, go for a bar height table and some bar stools.
Decorating a Small Living Room
Even though our homes are getting smaller, the number of electronic devices we have is, unfortunately, still getting bigger! I'd choose a low TV console to store all of your gadgets. This way, it will hold everything it should, but still leave room for a TV to sit on top or for you to mount a flat screen TV above it. You also might want to grab a storage box ottoman from our living room seating collection. Secret storage is always the answer for small space solutions.
Decorating a Small Office
Skip the home office and make a DIY closet office! Also, use strategically placed custom bookcases throughout your home to hold all of your books, papers, knick-knacks or childrens toys. Our bookcases can be customized to fit any space perfectly.
Small apartment decorating can be tricky, but if you stick to the basics, you can have a luxurious space with all the storage you need. Let us know how you decorate your smaller spaces here on the blog or on our Facebook.
