Don’t let limited space cramp your style. With the right furniture and décor, even a tiny living room can be functional, inviting, and beautiful. Here are four easy-to-follow tips for choosing pieces that will help your small room feel larger.
1.) Opt for Multifunctional Furniture
Hardworking, multi-function furniture pieces make the most of the space you have. For example, a couch with storage offers a spot to stow blankets and pillows. Another option: Backless benches with storage bring in extra seating space without adding visual bulk.
Put your coffee table to work, too. Choose a small-scale option with cubbies or drawers so you can stow books, electronics, or even dinnerware. Alternatively, a footstool with a flip-over tray lets you put your feet up or your drink down.
2.) Nesting Tables Can Multiply Space
The Russian dolls of living room furniture, nesting tables are a small-space must-have if you like to entertain. Keep them stored one under the other, and then pull the smaller tables out and spread them around the room when you entertain guests.
3.) Use Wall Space to Free Up Floor Space
Every inch of floor counts when you have a small living room. When you can, use your walls instead. Wall-mounted lamps and sconces offer lighting without a footprint. A sleek shelf or wall-mounted console can take the place of a bulky TV stand and save floor space.
4.) Transparency is Key
Transparent furniture allows both light and your eye to pass through, making your room look and feel larger than it is. To achieve this open and airy look, watch for leggy chairs, tables with glass tops, and clear acrylic furnishings.
The best small space furniture and décor enhance a room rather than fighting against it. With thoughtful choices, a small living room can feel much more spacious.
