Finding a great apartment can be tough, and the chances are you may have had to make some sacrifices on the way. After all, the chances of stumbling upon a dream apartment that sits exactly within your budget are low, especially in a competitive market or area.
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However, this does not mean that you cannot make the best of the situation, even if your apartment is on the smaller side. With that in mind, here are some simple ways in which you can make your apartment feel bigger than it actually is!
Embrace natural light. Embracing natural light is one of the easiest ways to make your apartment feel more spacious. This is because it can reduce shadows while also making the space feel brighter and more welcoming. As such, you should always be sure to open the blinds and curtains during the day. Ideally, you should avoid installing heavy-weight or blackout curtains in these spaces, too, especially if they do not tend to get a lot of direct sunlight to begin with.
Purchase multi-functional furniture. Purchasing multi-function furniture is another great way to maximize apartment space, as it means that each room will appear less cluttered and chaotic and, by extension, more spacious. Mirrored chest drawers are a great example in this regard, especially as the reflective surface of a mirror can also help rooms to appear bigger!
Go for a neutral color scheme. Opting for a neutral color scheme is also an incredibly effective way to make a smaller apartment look bigger. While you can introduce pops of color through furniture and decor, try to keep the ‘background’ (i.e., walls, flooring, ceiling) as light and neutral as possible. Remember, this does not necessarily mean you have to paint your apartment white, as there is a wide range of pastel shades to choose from that will garner the same effects.
Get rid of any clutter. A build-up of clutter can quickly make even the largest of rooms look small and dingy. This is due to the fact that it can take up a lot of space while often hiding some of the room’s nicest features. As such, getting rid of clutter is a relatively straightforward way to transform your apartment.
Again, purchasing multi-functional furniture can help in this regard. For example, a bed with built-in storage means that you’ve got the perfect place to store your clothes or other belongings without having to leave them lying around on the floor. On a similar note, installing shelves can also help to keep clutter at bay, as it means that you have more space to use to store your belongings.
While now is the perfect time to carry out a large-scale decluttering, such as by selling or donating items you no longer need or use, this is something that you should get into the habit of doing on a regular basis. For example, by spending five to ten minutes each night putting things away, it is harder for clutter to build up in the first place.
