5 Ways To Make Your Home Feel Bigger

By Christina Grate

People are residing in smaller and smaller homes and apartments, due to limited housing or monetary issues, but that doesn’t mean that your living space has to feel cramped and tiny.

No matter why you live in a small space, we’ve got some tips that will make any room feel more spacious. Take a look at 5 ways to make your home feel bigger.

Big Mirrors

The addition of mirrors into your home décor is an age-old trick for adding light and the illusion of space.

When choosing mirrors bigger really is better! The larger the mirror, the more depth is created and more light is reflected. Be sure to face mirrors towards an interior wall, rather than towards a window.

Keep Patterns at Bay

When trying to make your home feel bigger, it’s best to steer clear from using excessive patterns when choosing your home décor. Too many patterns can make your home appear cramped and disjointed.

Instead, opt for solid colors in the décor of your room, including the walls, flooring, and furniture. Reserve patterns for accessories, but again, use them sparingly.

Cover It Up with Rugs

Area rugs are a great way to make your home appear bigger. Rather than choosing a small area rug, which draws the eye inward making the room appear even smaller, choose a large area rug that covers more space.

Place a large area rug in the middle of the room, leaving a border of about 10- to 12-inches uncovered. Also, opt for lighter colored rugs to give the perception of more space.

Never-ending Walls

A great way to make your home feel bigger is to extend your walls by painting the ceiling the same color as the walls. Neutral, muted tones transform a room by giving it the illusion of more space.

Light paint tones allow light to bounce around the room. White walls and ceilings are the most effective way to create the illusion of more space. Rather than focusing attention on the walls, you and your guests will place more attention on your furniture and accessories than on the size of the room.

Less is More

When it comes to furniture less is more, so choose some double-duty furniture. Choosing convertible or multi-use furniture is a great way to capitalize on space in a smaller home.

Some great double-duty furniture options include coffee tables, benches, and ottomans with built-in storage. Create space, by storing unused blankets, books, or trinkets in your double-duty furniture finds. Another great double-duty design trick is to use a dining table as a desk or vice versa. The key is to create the illusion of more space.