Many of us feel like we could do with a little more space in our lives, but not everyone can just start building an extension to make more room.
That being said, if you do have a room or a space in your house that is not being used to its full potential, then it is time to see what you can do about it!
This piece is going to take a look at how you can utilise the space you have in your home for maximum benefit.
Let’s get into it.
Declutter
One of the most obvious and yet sometimes challenging ways to ensure you have space in your home and are making the most of it is to get rid of anything you consider clutter. This will vary from person to person, and for some this could be literal rubbish, and for others clutter could mean things that have been sitting in a wardrobe, or worse a pile, for months without being touched once.
It is up to you to decide what you need to keep and what you think is dragging you down – from there you can declutter everything by throwing anything away that cannot be reused or recycled. Put everything into a donate pile that can be reused to take to a charity shop or somewhere that needs it.
Convert Your Loft
Most people have a loft that they are not using in a way that gets them the most out of it. Sure, lofts are great for that extra storage space when you need to dump something somewhere out of sight such as the Christmas decorations or the kids’ baby clothes that you can’t bring yourself to throw away. However, if you can face the renovation, your loft could be a brand new room with many possibilities. Whether you want an extra bedroom, a games room, or your own studio, it can be a neat little space that does well with a conversion. Do not forget to include easy access to your space such as with a wooden loft ladder to complete the transition to your new room!
Get Clever with Your Furniture
Where you place your furniture can have a significant difference on the flow of the room and the atmosphere it gives. Not only that, but the type of furniture you have will also contribute to the overall appearance. It is up to you how you want each room to look and feel, but as a general rule, too much large or high furniture can make a room feel smaller and more compact, whereas if you want a room to look more spacious, pieces few and far between work better. Bonus points if you have multipurpose furniture or pieces that can be folded when not in use. This can be a particularly useful hack for those who have a tiny bedroom or flat and need to get the most out of the space without compromising.
