Living in a small space can be suffocating when it's overcrowded with clutter.
Yet small spaces feel sterile and cold when they are decorated in a minimalistic style.
So how do you decorate a small space with minimal clutter and maximum style? Follow these simple tips to transform your small room.
Begin with choosing a wall color that will complement your room.
You should choose a light color to make the room look larger.
Lighter hues reflect natural light and create the illusion of larger spaces.
Paint your trim and crown molding a lighter shade then your walls.
This also plays a little trick on your eyes, making your walls appear further away.
Choosing a light color doesn't mean that you room has to be neutral and boring.
Small spaces develop their style through the accessories.
Get creative when you choose accessories for your room.
Every small space should have a mirror involved at some point in the design.
Mirrors make rooms look larger, and you can get creative with where and how you will use them.
You could hang one large mirror as a focal point or you could cover a portion of the wall in mirrored tiles.
You could even start a collection of small, antique hand mirrors and display them on a wall.
Try to hang your mirrors directly across from a window, to reflect more light and visually expand your space.
Don't be afraid to go bold with other accessories.
Since your walls are a muted color, you can choose bright picture frames, wall hangings, or floral arrangements.
You can use beautiful, bold fabrics to make custom drapes or throw pillows to add various punches of color.
Rugs offer another great opportunity to add color to your small space.
Choose a rug that is round if your space is extremely small.
You could also use a rectangular rug to elongate the room.
Don't be afraid of bold colored rugs.
Rich colors or eccentric patterns add an element of surprise into your room and keep the space alive and vibrant.
Don't be afraid to choose an unusual rug as the focal point in your room.
Rugs add softness to small spaces and keep them from feeling so sterile.
Rugs are more important than furniture, wall hangings, or curtains when decorating a small space.
Your design success is directly related to your rug choice, so invest in a beautiful one! Last, arrange your furniture to take advantage of every square inch of your room.
Play around with the furniture arrangements until you find a lay out that you like.
Consider placing your sofa at an angle to add interest to a boring space.
Add custom shelves to the corners or high on the walls.
Storage ottomans are a great solution for small spaces.
You can use the ottoman in place of a coffee table and you'll get storage for Afghans or books in the process.
Use some creativity and your small space will soon be alive with style.
Remember to use neutral paint, bold accents, and beautiful area rugs to makeover your small space with big style.