6 Clever Ways to Maximize a Small Space

Space goes quickly when you don’t have much. But, with these six clever design tips you’ll make the most of every inch of what you do have. You might even find you have room to spare.    1. Think Multipurpose   Compact stools, cubes or ottomans are great for added seating or as coffee table alternatives and tuck neatly under a side table when not in use. A daybed provides seating and a place for guests to sleep. 2. Drawers are Your Friend Use a 3- or 4-drawer chest as a side table or nightstand. A platform bed with built-in drawers provides ample storage in a small bedroom.  Apartment in scandinavian style with wooden floor, couch and tv 3. Use Height to Your Advantage Draw the eye up to create the illusion of higher ceilings with a floor-to-ceiling gallery wall. Tall bookshelves and multiple stacked floating shelves utilize the height of a room as well as add storage.  4. Lighten Up   A clear acrylic coffee table or dining chairs keep things light, airy and visually open. Mirrors reflect light and make a space feel larger.  5. Free-Up Floor Space Replace floor lamps with wall sconces which can be hard-wired or plugged in. Mount the tv and eliminate a bulky media cabinet or opt for a more streamlined console table that doubles as a desk.   6. Customize Your Closet Add a shelf or two above the hanging rod to stack storage boxes or baskets. Maximize shoe storage with a shoe rack.  —by Jacqueline Kuron Contact a Douglas Elliman agent today to help with your buying or selling needs.