{"id":687,"date":"2016-06-01T16:01:36","date_gmt":"2016-06-01T08:01:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/m3studio.sg\/blog\/?p=687"},"modified":"2020-09-24T10:54:40","modified_gmt":"2020-09-24T02:54:40","slug":"how-to-maximize-a-small-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/m3studio.sg\/blog\/design-tips\/how-to-maximize-a-small-space\/2016\/06\/01\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Maximize a Small Space"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Sometimes, it is not our fault that we end up in a condo or a house that has a small space especially if you are in a tight budget. However, this doesn\u2019t mean that your imagination should also limit itself to that small space as well. In fact, it can open an opportunity to creativity and even some great changes. If you ask an <\/span>interior designer in Singapore<\/span><\/a>, any type of space can be redesigned into any style just as long as you put your mind into it. <\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Create zones \u2013 <\/b>Think about the different activities that you usually do in a space and try to establish zones that can cater them. Applying subtle demarcations will make the space have a larger feel. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    1. Trick your eye \u2013 <\/b>There are certain tricks that interior designers do to make you feel like you\u2019re in a really open space. One way of doing this is by creating an impression of expansiveness such as using see-through furnishings, floor-to-ceiling curtains, and even strategically placed mirrors. It will certainly make your mind feel at ease and won\u2019t give you too much of a feeling of crowdedness. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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      1. Embrace certain changes \u2013 <\/b>You should know that there are furniture in the market that provides a double function. Examples are tables that can be used both as a dining table and desk, sofas that can also double as guest beds, etc. You need to invest on such things because you will surely be satisfied as to how it utilized your small space perfectly. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        1. Make the pieces count \u2013 <\/b>If you are out shopping for furnishings and other decorative items then you need to consider those that can provide maximum functionality even in just a small space. For example, you can substitute one big coffee table for two small round ones since it can offer a better traffic flow and are much easier to move around the room. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          1. Customize certain areas \u2013 <\/b>As mentioned before, creativity is the key to this whole decorative thing. There are certain ways to create genius designs such as storage nooks, <\/span>bespoke built-ins<\/span><\/a>, and even furniture that are tailored to the way you want it. Just as long as it uses the available silver of space, you are doing customization the right way. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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            1. Think about the vertical space \u2013 <\/b>When decorating, the vertical space is sometimes missed and misused. It is important that you exploit every space in between the furniture and the ceiling by using hanging or even high-mounted elements. Bookcases and cabinets are very good examples for this situation so make sure to always look upward the next time you\u2019re decorating things in a room. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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              1. Don\u2019t over-clutter \u2013 <\/b>Just keep in mind that it is not necessary to display every item in your household. This is one method to avoid things from being over-cluttered and take up a lot of unutilized space in a room. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                So the next time you move into a condo or a house that feels a bit small for you to move around, these tips mentioned are sure to get things in order. You can even ask advice from our <\/span>interior design company in Singapore<\/span><\/a> if you want more expert tips regarding this scenario.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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