Living in an apartment, studio, or in a small house gives dwellers the usual problem of maximizing the small spaces allotted. If you find yourself in this situation, here are simple tips that can help you maximize the small space you have.
Choose furniture that can have dual or multiple functions.
In a restricted space, you can't really put in all the furniture you want. Thus, you have to be logical when it comes to your choice of household items. As a good suggestion, you may want to use a table which you can use for your child's study and function too as a dining table. Sofa beds are smart choices for the living room as they be minimized or maximized when needed. If you have two or more children, double or triple decks can accommodate them all in a single room.
Buy furniture that can be folded and unfolded when needed.
Aside from sofa beds, other smart choices for space optimization include foldable chairs and tables. There are also collapsible and flip-top types. All of them can be space-savers when not in use giving your house parts bigger moving spaces when needed.
Utilize the space under the stairs.
Modern home designs are putting emphasis on the space under the stairs. What used to be an empty space where dirt and cobwebs usually reside is now being turned into great space-savers. You can convert it as a reading nook for your child. You can even customize it to become a built-in book shelf or storage of some other things. Other homeowners with similar space problems utilized the under stairs as display space for some of their collectibles.
Make the stair steps storage spaces themselves.
Taking inspiration from a public ladder which has been turned into a musical piano, you too can impose your creativity on your own ladder steps. Choosing the right type of wood can make this task of converting the stairs into storages. You can designate each step to become storage of different things like your child's toys, some books, old clothes, and many other things you can think of. If living in an apartment, make sure to ask permission from your landlord.
Small living spaces should not hinder you to think of ways for improvement. Sometimes, embracing changes can help you loosen up a little to be more logical and practical towards utilizing small space for a more comfortable living.
Desare Kohn-Laski,, the author is a proud and experienced Florida realtor who is knowledgeable and familiar of the East Coast Florida real estate market. Some of the areas of her service include Parkland, Fort Lauderdale, and Hallandale Beach. Stop the chase for your dream house with her professional assistance.
