Small homes can be very cozy and charming, but if you’re in the process of selling yours it may be beneficial to employ a few tricks in order to make the home appear larger. Not only will this make the home seem more open, but it can also show potential buyers how they can make use of the smaller space.
Here are some tips on how to make your small home appear bigger!
Exterior
The exterior of your home can be made to appear larger without losing the comfy appeal of a smaller home.
Windows: Large windows that allow for more light will not only make the inside of your home appear larger, but will also bridge the gap between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
Glass doors: Sliding glass doors that lead into the backyard or patio can open up a room the same way a large window does. They also allow for plenty of natural light and allow for an indoor-outdoor living feel.
Outdoor spaces: Thoughtful gardening combined with the right outdoor furniture can help you get the most out of a small backyard. Consider vertical gardens, plant walls, or hedge walls as an alternate to planting flowers and shrubs on the ground. Vertical gardens can also be made indoors!
When it comes to decorating, choose size-conscious furniture that can fit well into the space without encompassing it. One or two larger items can be used to accent the area, but choose them wisely so they don’t make the area appear smaller.
Interior
When it comes to the interior of your home, you want to make strategic design choices that allow the room to appear as open as possible.
Neutral & light colours: Painting in light, neutral colours can create the illusion of a larger space. Light colours reflect light more effectively than dark colours, which can make a room appear bigger than it is.
That’s not to say dark colours can’t be used, but they are best saved to accent certain features of the room—such as on window trim or around architectural features. By highlighting certain areas with darker colours, you can give the room more depth and dimension.
Stick with a colour scheme: Once you have chosen a colour scheme, stay within it. Using too many contrasting colours can break up a room and make it appear smaller than it really is.
Furniture with legs: Incorporating furniture with legs will lift the furniture off the ground and create the illusion of space by showing more of the floor.
Glass and mirrors: Placing a large mirror on or leaning against a wall will open up the space dramatically by reflecting the room. Glass and transparent furniture can make a room appear larger since the transparency gives the illusion there’s nothing taking up space.
Go vertical: Using up space vertically frees up floor space. Not only will this make the room appear bigger, but you can also get a lot of use out of vertical storage space. Shelves, cabinets, and wall-mounted storage solutions can help a room appear more open while also staying organized.
Keep it clutter-free: Nothing closes a room in more than clutter! Store items that aren’t in regular use and donate anything that you don’t need any more.
