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When it comes to decorating a small space the options are often limited, but with a few tricks you can make your small space seem many times larger, as well as adding more value to the environment.

LESS and MORE

We usually think of small furniture when we have a small space, and this isn't completely wrong. The problem is that we end up adding too many small pieces and the impact is negative.

Think about organizing the furniture in such a way that you need fewer items and, if necessary, opt for larger pieces. Be selective too. Choose pieces with less visual information and that are larger in size

BEDDING

Another common mistake is that we think that fewer layers in a room will make it look minimal and large.

In fact, the result can be the opposite: every time you add a layer of a new accessory, such as a tray, coffee table books or lampshades, they end up forming a smaller core, making the room appear larger.

It's a visual trick to choose a place for the eye to rest.

Don't go getting too full of things either. What you need to bear in mind is

have personality, the things you add must really please, when buying items and dividing your space into layers is: if it's not absolutely beautiful or functional, don't buy it or don't keep it

let it evolve naturally, gradually experiment.

CURTAINS

We've already talked about curtains in another article. It's a design trick, an economical and dramatic way to add instant design to any room with curtains.

With them you can experiment with different textures and expand a smaller space while keeping it interesting.

Using them in the same color as the walls usually helps a lot in enlarging the space.

LIGHTING

Another style trick that works surprisingly well is a large, elegant chandelier.

Making a room look bigger also has the effect of elongating it vertically. Try hanging an imposing chandelier while keeping the rest of the decor simpler

Anything that draws the eye upwards throws the vertical plane further away, giving the illusion of more headroom than is actually the case. If your gaze is immediately drawn upwards to the ceiling, it will make the whole room seem more spacious and luxurious.

THE RIGHT CARPET

Another big mistake, the wrong size carpet. People tend to think that a smaller room needs a smaller rug.

A larger rug in a small space can make a room look more dramatic. What you should bear in mind is the choice of pattern and colors, which can weigh down a large room.

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CONTINUITY

Again the curtains... remember that giving the impression of a higher ceiling height means more dimension and sophistication, so hang them as high and as wide as the dimensions of your window. Visually, this allows the eye to flow from floor to ceiling, rather than stopping abruptly where it begins and ends.

OPTIMIZATION

A small space should be maximized, how?

By using it vertically. In other words, use the space above eye level. Floor-to-ceiling shelving, shelving units, take advantage of as much space as possible by using vertical storage.

MONOCHROMATIC

Whites, creams and other neutral colors have a light, airy feel - and give the room a more spacious feel. Dark colors trick the eye by making them disappear, lighter colors do the opposite. So use a monochromatic color palette to create the illusion of a larger space. You can never go wrong with this palette.

BIG ART

You already know that it's better to go big in fewer quantities than small in many.

It may seem contradictory, but decorating your space with fewer but larger pieces of art or decoration will give it a simpler look than a larger number of smaller objects or works.

GALLERY

Forgo decoration that would take up precious space on the floor or other surfaces, and opt for walls instead.

A gallery wall adds personality without taking up space under tables, shelves, etc,

This is another way to make a smaller room look bigger. The key here is visual uniformity by appearing to be a single piece

TRANSPARENCY

Incorporating transparent furniture is another visual trick to create the appearance of a larger space.

They provide structure for pieces such as desks, coffee tables and chairs without visually crowding a room. This way, fun patterns and bold color combinations can take center stage.

Materials such as glass and acrylic can be a small space's best friend.

THIN OR CONICAL BASES

Transparent furniture helps a smaller room appear larger, while furniture with narrow or thin legs creates a similar effect.

Coffee or side tables with narrower bases, consoles, armchairs, etc. allow more empty space visually, which not only adds sophistication but also frees up visual space in the room.

ORGANIZERS

An organized environment can do more for you than just make you look tidy, it can expand your space.

To store household items in an organized way, such as TV remotes and chargers, you can opt for open baskets, garbage cans and other containers that can also play a role in decorating your space.

A neutral color scheme for these organizers keeps the room light and bright.

AWAY FROM THE WALLS

It's all a question of what you see. To give the illusion of more space, move your furniture a few centimeters away from the wall.

This maneuver will make the walls appear further away than they really are. An easy trick as well as a way of breathing more space into your space.

DOUBLE FUNCTION

Don't waste precious space.

Keep things tucked away out of sight with functional and stylish pieces that work as both storage and decoration.

Poufs with storage space, beds with drawers under the mattress, are examples of dual function. Another example: baskets, decorated boxes, can store objects and still be part of the decoration of your furniture.

USE STRIPES

The optical illusion is not new, but its application in design is more current than ever. Use stripes to your advantage to help lengthen visual lines.

Look for decoration and other ways such as a striped carpet, exposed wooden beams on the ceiling, slatted paneled walls, create length, look at the photo. Curtains are also a way of using lines, adding an elongated view across the space.

BESPOKE

If it's within your budget, there's nothing like the perfect fit and planned furniture is the best option for customization, which ensures that every piece makes perfect use of every inch, making the most of the space you have.

MIRRORS

Last but not least, the old trick known to all: adding mirrors to create the illusion of a larger room.

Without a doubt, it's transformative. Not only does it create the illusion of a larger space, but it also reflects light to illuminate the room even more. Usually small spaces only have one small window, this simple trick makes it brighter and more open.

If you're thinking of adding angled mirrors to your bedroom, know that style counts. A mirror maximizes the space and light in a room, but also bends what's in the room

A large mirror on its own is the focal point of a room, so avoid more decoration to avoid clutter