It may come as a surprise to some but increasing the space in and around your house can increase the home’s value as well as generate a feel-good factor for you, the homeowner. There are a wide range of methods that can be undertaken to achieve this. For one, you can invest on sofa beds that are space-saving furniture that offer their own whimsical advantages when you live in a place with limited space.
Lighten Up
Letting in natural light is one of the easiest and most efficient ways to create a simple optical illusion changing the atmosphere instantly. This also includes investing in lighter material, particularly in the kitchen. Tiles and counter-tops that are light in colour help significantly as opposed to darker, more cramped styles, and the walls should remain light as well, letting the natural light flow through the room and off the surfaces. Home color combination really makes a difference.
De-clutter
It goes without saying that removing anything occupying a space that doesn’t need to be there will make the room look more spacious and will reduce any mental stress you might be experiencing. Clean unnecessary items up and perhaps invest in a hidden storage device, giving you more space in the exterior as well as the interior. It is a simple method and can be applied throughout the household, under tables, on top of counters and behind furniture.
Folding Furniture
Furniture that holds the ability to morph into something else or can simply be stored out of the way is a cheap alternative for those looking to make the most of their space. Sofa beds, as mentioned, are ideal contraptions with multiple uses and if you’re planning on inviting guests over, having a set of chairs nearby that don’t take up any space when not in use can be the perfect antidote. It’s a great way of adding space to the home as well as giving you the ability to host the perfect dinner party or get-together.
Attic and Basement
Finally, if your house has an attic and/or a basement, you need to ask yourself why you are not using it properly. Not only can it be used for efficient storage and de-cluttering but loft conversions significantly raise the home’s value and can be used for a range of things, from bedrooms to studies or simply a recreational room to occupy the youngsters and all their toys which would otherwise be lying around the downstairs hallway.
These, indeed, are very simple ways to make your house look more spacious and simply elegant. Remember, it’s not really about how big or small your house is. It’s about finding the best ways to make the space work to your advantage.
