Designer Secrets: How to Make a Small Apartment Cozy
Any apartment, even a small one, can be made comfortable and cozy.
The main thing is to follow basic rules. And what exactly, you will find out now.
How to Make a Small Space Cozy: Designer Tips
1. Designers do not recommend using dark or bright shades for finishing small apartments. Try to choose a light color scheme.
The colors in the room should be present in a minimum amount - no more than 2-3 colors. They should be selected in such a way that they are respected among themselves or choose contrasting tones, says Yulia Tychino .
2. The space near the window should be as open as possible. And to let a lot of natural light into the room, choose curtains made of thin, airy fabrics.
3. Get rid of unnecessary and superfluous things in the house. If you have not used something in the last year, it is unlikely to be useful to you in the future. To avoid cluttering the apartment, get rid of them.
It is also necessary to get rid of things that do not fit into the overall interior of the house or that spoil the interior with their appearance - for example, old furniture that no longer has a marketable appearance.
4. Think over a storage system. In a small apartment, it can sometimes be difficult to place a large number of necessary things. The best options for this are corner cabinets, tall cabinets, sofas with a storage drawer, small nightstands that also function as chairs, bedside tables and mezzanines.
5. To furnish a small apartment, choose compact furniture that will not take up much space. In addition, the furniture should be functional and practical.
6. Instead of several shelves, cabinets and cupboards, it is best to install one large and roomy closet up to the ceiling. When choosing furniture, follow these recommendations:
- The color of the cabinet should match the color of the walls.
- When choosing a wardrobe, it is advisable to give preference to a sliding wardrobe.
- Choose furniture with glossy, smooth fronts.
7. A mirror will help to visually expand the space. Therefore, if possible, it is best to buy a closet with a large mirror or simply hang a mirror on the wall opposite the window.
8. To give the interior lightness and airiness, try to use as much glass as possible in the interior - glass shelves, glass doors, a coffee table with a glass top.
9. Well, and, of course, do not forget about decorative elements that help make the interior even more beautiful and cozy. These are paintings, photographs, dear souvenirs and gifts. Of course, they should all fit perfectly into the interior.
