Dreaming of a room that feels less crowded?
We’ve got you covered.
We’re sharing our no-fail tips for making the most of your square footageno contractor required.
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We commonly makedecorating mistakesthat visually shrink a room without realizing just how tiny it makes our space look.
Bring bold pops of color with throw pillows and fresh flowers.
“I’ve always loved all the colors in it,” she says.
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Shrink down to small-scale pieces that don’t obstruct your view of the surrounding room.
It’s all about coordinating.
Not Cleaning Up Clutter
Maybe this should have been enemy number one on our list.
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Having a proper place for everything will help you stay organized and eliminate the potential for acluttered situation.
Use sheers instead to let in plenty of natural light and enlarge your space.
Instead of hanging them directly above the window, hang them about midway between the window and the ceiling.
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Plus, who likes having to move around a piece of furniture every time they enter a room?
Avoid the chaos altogether and start rearranging.
This will surely give your room a more inviting feel.
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A spot under your stairs could provide much-needed storage or a comfy spot to sit and read.
Those awkward corners on either side of your fireplace are just calling forbuilt-in shelves.
Get creative and make full use of every corner in the room.
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A rug that is undersized will segment a space in a way that makes it look smaller.
Then float the furniture on the rug and watch your space expand.
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