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10 Ways To Make Your Dream Home Feel Bigger

Creating the dream home doesn’t always mean moving to a bigger place or breaking down walls.

Usually, with a few tricks, it’s very easy to make a home feel a lot bigger than it really is.

Here’s how a few effective but simple ideas will make your space feel larger and more inviting:

Be Minimalistic

The golden rule to make any space bigger is decluttering. That doesn’t mean throwing away everything that you own, but just selecting what you really love and use.

Minimalism is not cold or clinical; it is just a home that is calm and functional. You could try to have fewer high-quality furniture pieces rather than cramming the space with loads of low-quality furniture. A clear space means a clear mind!

Lighten Up the Colours

Light colours can work wonders for your home. Whites, creams, and soft pastels reflect natural light, making a room feel open and airy.

Stick to a consistent colour palette, and if you’re painting skirting boards or trims, consider using a slightly lighter shade for added depth. Dark colours, though cosy, can make spaces feel cramped – save those for accents, if at all.

Strategically Place Mirrors

Mirrors are a designer’s secret for opening up a room. A properly placed mirror has the ability to reflect light and improve any natural brightness your space might have; it can also create an optical illusion of additional windows.

Full-length mirrors leaning against a wall, or several smaller mirrors grouped as one, really have the power to change a room.

Make The Most of Natural Light

Natural light makes any room feel bigger and brighter, so don’t block your windows with heavy curtains or furniture.

Sheer blinds or lightweight curtains are perfect for letting light in while maintaining privacy. And if you’re hanging curtains, go all the way to the floor to draw the eye upwards, creating an illusion of height.

Choose Multi-Functional Furniture

When space is tight, every piece of furniture should pull its weight. Consider a bed with built-in storage, an extendable dining table, or an ottoman that doubles as a coffee table.

Raised furniture, such as sofas or beds on legs, reveals more floor space, making the space feel open.

Use Flooring to Create Visual Flow

Continuity is key in flooring. The same material-wood, laminate, or tile-used throughout your home means there are no visual breaks, making the entire space feel connected and larger.

Area rugs can add warmth but stick to simple patterns and avoid anything too busy.

Store Excess Items

Let’s be realistic-we have all got things we don’t use daily but can’t part with. Instead of cluttering your home, consider renting a self-storage unit.

If you’re worried about the cost of a storage unit, don’t be. For just over £1,000 a year, you can safely store those seasonal decorations, enormous furniture pieces, or such items that are keepsakes.

Much more affordable than buying a bigger house or adding extra space, it gives your rooms some much-needed breathing space too.

Draw the Eye Upwards

The feeling of height can immediately make a room feel much bigger.

Go vertical: floor-to-ceiling shelving, high bookcases, or even striped wallpaper featuring vertical stripes can all make ceilings feel higher. This little trick works wonders in the smallest of rooms and those with very low ceilings.

Rethink Your Doors

Traditional doors that swing open can take up valuable space. Consider swapping them for sliding or pocket doors.

Not only are they practical, but they also give your home a more modern feel and free up space for furniture or decor.

Keep It Simple

Less is often more when it comes to decorating. Instead of having a lot of little decorative pieces, select a few statement pieces. One large piece of artwork will often make a room feel larger, whereas a grouping of small pieces can make a room feel and look much cluttered.

Edit your decor down to that perfect balance between personality and simplicity.

You don’t have to spend a fortune on renovations to make your dream home feel bigger. A little creative thinking and some simplifying will do the trick. From concealing excess items and letting the light in, to using colors that create cohesion, it’s the little things that make all the difference. Ready to give it a shot?