Have you recently moved into a smaller space? Boxes unpacked, you now face the real challenge of storing your personal belongings in your new home. Discover some storage tips to make the most of limited space!
Know Your Space
First, carefully observe and analyze the area you now have. Understanding your space will allow optimizing the layout of your new home and discovering hidden storage spots (e.g., chimney shafts).
Limit the Superfluous
To maximize space in every corner of your home (bedroom, living room, kitchen…), it is highly recommended to keep only the essential furniture.
Additionally, try to assign multiple functions to your furniture. For example, create a seating area by simply placing cushions on a low piece of furniture, which can then serve as a sofa.
Avoid unnecessary items like dust-collecting trinkets or bulky lighting, while allowing light to enter. Take inspiration from Scandinavian design, which favors minimalism and white-painted walls without curtains.
Use Vertical Space
To create a functional and stylish space, use your walls to install high shelves for storage. You can also fix hooks at various points for jackets and scarves. These items are both practical and decorative!
Stack Furniture
To gain storage space without taking up floor area, stacking furniture is ideal. This could be a desk placed under a loft bed, a standard bed with built-in drawers, or a headboard that can hold books, etc.
Additionally, storage boxes, triangular or hanging furniture, pocketed wall organizers, stackable utensils, and rotating furniture can be very useful in small homes.
Rent a Storage Unit
Do you still have furniture that won’t fit in your new home? Consider renting a storage unit! This secure storage solution is available at very competitive rates.
What are your tips for optimizing a small space?
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