5 Ways to Make Your Home Feel More Spacious
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I think I’ve mentioned it before, but our bungalow is tiny and we are definitely two people, who seem to gain items at a crazy rate.
This leaves us sometimes feeling a bit crowded in. As such, we’ve had to try and be a little bit clever when it comes to finding ways to make it feel more spacious.
Everything we have bought and put in our home from our choice of flooring to the home furniture and all the items we have bought for storage has been carefully chosen to work for us.
Clear The Clutter
Hands up this is something I am awful at.
If you haven’t used something or even looked at it (thinking about decorations here) get rid.
However, if you feel like you love all your decor (yes I totally understand). However, think it is looking a bit cluttered then perhaps rotating your items could solve the issue.
This allows you to still enjoy it all while clearing some room and giving yourself a different view from time to time.
Storage is Your Friend
When we moved we couldn’t fit all our old furniture into the bungalow.
So we had to think carefully about what we needed and what would be most useful.
We ended up moving a chest of drawers from the bedroom to the lounge and it has really helped us keep games, blu-rays and other items just a bit more organised.
Use Mirrors.
Mirrors are great, they not only help add more light into a room but also can help it feel a bit more spacious.
What’s more, don’t be afraid to go big.
A large mirror in a small space really can create an illusion of the room is so much bigger.
Think About The Corners
Do you have any corners which could be utilised?
We have some weird corners in our lounge and while one is filled with a uniquely shaped shelving unit, adding both storage and a focal point.
I am still waiting for someone to pop up some shelving up in another, which is the oddest shaped spot. However, I am hoping in time it will allow us to not only store things but also stop it from looking quite so odd.
Downsize Your Window Coverings
If you have bulky window coverings then think about removing or changing some.
A lighter brighter window area can really help open up a room. Making it feel like there is more space on offer.
Think about making sure your window ledges are uncluttered; this can also make a big difference to the area.
So there you have a few ideas on how you can make your home feel a little bit more spacious.
However, what about you, what is your favourite way to open up a room?
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There are some really good ideas there. I know I also need to try and get rid of lots of clutter!
I’m awful with clutter I collect it so easily! Need to find ways to stop myself.
I like the feeling when the Christmas decorations are taken down!
This was really informative, particularly the bit about window coverings!
I’m so glad you enjoyed reading it and it gave you some ideas.
Get rid sounds good, until the next day when you need it and have to buy it again.
Yes, you need to make sure you aren’t getting rid of things you need and instead clearing out things you don’t.
It’s amazing how much space you have once you have had a good tidy up and cleared away all the clutter. Thanks for all the great tips.
Definitely, I need a good clean up I always manage to collect clutter when I’m not feeling so good.
Just about to do my big spring clean so thanks for the tips.
Good luck with your spring clean, I really hope it goes well for you.
Clutter! I feel like I am constantly clearing it but it never seems to look uncluttered!
It is hard isn’t it, I don’t know where it comes from half the time!
I’ve recently had a change around in my flat, it’s amazing how much clutter builds up over the years! My flat is so now airy and light, and feels so much calmer to live in.
It is crazy isn’t it – I really need to stop and go through some bits again soon.
Some great ideas in this article , thank you for taking the time
Thank you so much I am so glad you have found them useful!
I’m a bit of a hoarder! Not too bad, but I do have a bad habit of keeping things incase I need them. I am learning to get rid though.
I’m the same so I totally understand, then I go through a phase and just throw loads out and it’s just a cycle.
I hate clutter and I feel like I am always decluttering! My favourite tip is the mirror tip.
I wish I was better at decluttering I have to admit! I’m so bad at just buying bits.
Mirrors are a great idea of making a home more spacious, and could do with a few more storage boxes as well.
I feel like I never have enough storage boxes that is for sure!
My daughter put mirrors up in her lounge and it made the room look so much bigger. My hubby is a hoarder while I’m the complete opposite so there are a few places, like the loft and the garage, where I’d love to go in and just clear everything out
It is crazy how much difference a mirror can make both with making it feel bigger and lighter.
Put in French doors to open it up….. We have recently moved to a smaller place and it made us declutter and reorganise
Oh that is a good idea – I wish we had some more room here I have to admit.
I am trying to free the clutter its not easy though I think I am a secret hoarder.
It is hard isn’t it – I seem to get rid of one thing and get 5 more.
Mirrors are the best way to make a home feel more spacious, it’s amazing what a mirror can do to a room
I am so with you there – mirrors can make a huge difference to a room!
I like the idea of downsizing curtains, that would make a big difference in my bedroom
It can make all the difference not having so much around the window space for sure.
Having designated places for things is most important and be sure to use cupboard space with shelf extenders
Oh, shelf extenders sound like a good idea, I might have to look into that thank you.
With three children in a small house I really need to declutter but find it really really hard to do! Under bed storage is definitely our friend! (And also the cellar 😂)
I don’t know what I would do without having some under-bed storage I have to admit!
I’m in dire need of lessons on how to declutter! I do try – but before long, my living room has that cluttered, untidy look that maddens my sister, who’s the total opposite to me!
It is hard isn’t it – I definitely accumulate clutter easily.
Storage is definitely my friend. We’re also very fortunate to have floor to ceiling windows to make it look more spacious than it really is. But with kids we also build up clutter at a ridiculous rate that no storage can contain all the toys and clothes they have. But I always say, the smaller the house the less there is to clean. 🙂
Ohh I bet that lets in so much light which is so nice!