Living in tight quarters isn’t the easiest. If you live in a really small space, it can easily get you down, but it’s important to remember that whether there’s a small room in your home or your entire living quarters could do with some sort of expanding, here are a few things to get you inspired.

De-clutter first

It’s not necessarily something we like to do, but it’s so important for us to get into the habit of de-cluttering regularly. Because de-cluttering means removing things from your life that don’t serve any purpose, but also it means removing things that are not serving a purpose in your home space and giving it a home. You may have a lot of items that have sentimental value but are taking up a lot of space. So either give them pride of place in your home or put them into a self storage facility. This is not just a good habit to get into, but when you start to de-clutter, it makes you appreciate what you have and gives purpose to your life.

Add more ‘walls’

While we can’t magically install new walls, shelving units are great ways for you to make the most of space, especially if you have lots of books and possessions that impinge on your space. Open shelving units can create privacy and add a dash of personality to the space.

Make the most of every surface

When you’re living in a tight space, any item that’s classed as a surface can be a perfect opportunity to start storing items. For example, a bulky radiator can be the perfect opportunity to install a shelving unit above it. Of course, it’s important to make sure that you do it safely. When you start to use any surface as an opportunity for storage or a statement piece, it’s a great way to retrain your brain. Rather than thinking that you’re hemmed in, you have a lot more opportunity to put your personal items on display.

Use taller furniture

If your bed is really low, consider upgrading it so you have more opportunities for storage. It’s no secret that under-bed storage is the treasure trove for most, but if you want to get more storage, you need to make your bed a bit taller. The same thing applies to the sofa. There’s nothing quite like a tall sofa to make you feel cosier and comfier, and while you’re at it, you can put a few extra items beneath. Just be sure to get under there and dust on a regular basis.

There are so many things that you can do to improve your living when we are in a small space. Making your home look more spacious isn’t a fantastic psychological trick, but storage, de-cluttering and making the most of every surface won’t just guarantee your space feels better. However, you’re tackling the problem with a multitude of solutions; a small space doesn’t have to feel small any longer.

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