18 sneaky ways to not waste an inch in your small home

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If you have a small home, getting as much bang for your buck becomes a real priority. This is why we've carefully studied small home design projects, to identify what interior designers have done in order to free up as much space as possible. 

The best news is that we're going to share all of our findings with you! Read on if you having a little living room or a bijou boudoir, as we have some fantastic tips for getting more out of them…

1. Embrace a beige colour scheme to keep your space feeling light, big and airy

2. Use mirrors to create a feeling of increased space

3. Don't use heavy drapes as they'll keep the light out. Opt for blinds instead, which will make the room feel far larger

4. Get storage savvy and look for solutions that won't swallow up too much room

5. Make more of a feature of the height of your home with painted beams or a feature ceiling

6. Floor-to-ceiling shelves won't stick out into the room, but will offer all the storage you could need and prevent clutter

7. Repurpose any outdoor space as an extra room. A terrace is a great dining room, or bar!

8. Embrace open plan living and remove any walls you can. The space will feel much bigger

9. Don't neglect all that precious under-stairs storage potential!

10. Add a mezzanine floor if that's an option. What a way to get an extra bedroom!

11. Replace solid walls with glazed panels to keep the light flowing and the space feeling bigger

12. Sliding doors are a great alternative to solid walls and offer a more flowing layout

13. Curtains are another fantastic alternative to solid room divides. Perfect for when you need a functionality split but don't want an opaque blockade

14. Open fronted shelves offer a more relaxed and approachable storage solution in a small kitchen

15. Wherever possible, make natural light a real feature in your home as it simply expands the space before your eyes

16. Room divides can be multifunctional. This screen/bookcase is perfect for a smaller property as you get storage without sacrificing any extra room

17. Low furniture is great for small homes as you can trick the eye into being focused on the height of a room instead of the small square meterage

18. Get clever with your necessary furniture. Beds with integrated storage are sneaky, subtle and perfect for homes that are short on space

For more small home inspiration, take a look at this Ideabook: Achieving BIG Style In Your Small Home.

Which of these ideas could help you make more of your home?

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