Finding your Happy Space

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Here are some valuable small space living tips:

*Optimize Your Space

1. Multifunctional furniture: Choose furniture that serves multiple purposes (e.g., sofa bed, storage ottoman).

2. Vertical storage: Use wall-mounted shelves, hooks, and storage units.

3. Nesting tables and chairs: Save floor space with collapsible or stackable furniture.

*Declutter and Organize

1. Edit and curate: Keep only essentials and items that bring joy.

2. Assign a home: Designate a place for each item.

3. Label and sign: Label storage containers and consider a chalkboard or whiteboard for reminders.

*Maximize Light and Air

1. Mirrors: Reflect natural light and create the illusion of more space.

2. Light colors: Use pale hues on walls, floors, and furniture.

3. Minimize window treatments: Opt for sheer curtains or blinds.

*Creative Storage Solutions

1. Under-bed storage: Use bed risers or storage bins.

2. Hanging organizers: Utilize over-the-door shoe organizers or hanging baskets.

3. Magnetic boards: Store small items like keys, spices, or jewelry.

*Functional Zones

1. Create a "zone" for each activity (e.g., workspace, reading nook).

2. Use rugs to define spaces.

3. Consider a room divider or screen.

*Make the Most of Corners

1. Corner shelves or carousels.

2. Hanging baskets or planters.

3. Corner desks or workspace.

*Consider the "One In, One Out" Rule

 

To maintain your newly optimized space, adopt the rule that for every new item, one old item must be removed.

*Additional resources:

· The Spruce: Small Space Living

· HGTV: Small Space Decorating

· Apartment Therapy: Small Space Solutions

 

**Would you like more specific tips for a particular room or area?

 

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