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Interior Design Tips to Make Small Apartments Look Spacious

Jun 05 2025

Interior Design Tips to Make Small Apartments Look Spacious

Even a small apartment can look open, bright, and beautiful with the right design tricks. These ideas help you maximize space, improve comfort, and create a stylish home — no matter the square feet.

1.  Use Mirrors to Create Illusion of Space

Why: Mirrors reflect light and make the room appear bigger than it is.

  • Place a large mirror on a wall facing a window to double the brightness.

  • You can even use mirrored wardrobe doors or wall panels.

Pro Tip: A full-length mirror in the living room or hallway adds depth.

 

2.  Choose Light and Neutral Colours

Why: Light shades make walls recede, giving the feeling of more space.

  • Go for white, light grey, beige, or pastels.

  • Light-colored floors, curtains, and furniture also help.

Pro Tip: Use a single color tone across the room for a clean look.

 

3.  Use Multi-Functional Furniture

Why: Saves space by combining two or more functions in one item.

  • Sofa cum bed, folding dining table, bed with storage underneath

  • Wall-mounted desks or foldable chairs

Pro Tip: Always measure your space before buying furniture — don’t overfill!

 

4.  Prefer Slim, Raised Furniture

Why: Bulky furniture can make small rooms feel crowded.

  • Use furniture with legs (raised off the floor) to let light flow underneath.

  • Avoid heavy-looking wooden sofas — opt for slimline metal or fabric frames.

Pro Tip: A glass-top table or acrylic chair makes the room feel open.

 

5.  Maximize Natural Light

Why: Natural light makes any space feel airy and bigger.

  • Keep windows open or use sheer curtains.

  • Avoid dark, thick drapes that block light.

Pro Tip: Add blinds or light linen curtains in soft shades.

 

6.  Go Vertical with Storage

Why: Floor space is limited, but walls are free!

  • Install tall bookshelves, wall-mounted cabinets, and vertical racks.

  • Use floating shelves instead of floor cupboards.

Pro Tip: Use corners for tall corner racks or display stands.

 

7.  Use Open or Glass Partitions

Why: Solid walls make spaces feel boxed in.

  • Use open shelving, glass partitions, or room dividers to separate areas without blocking light.

Pro Tip: A see-through pooja unit or open shelf between kitchen and dining adds flow.

 

8.  Keep the Space Clutter-Free

Why: Mess = a cramped feeling.

  • Hide everyday items in storage boxes or cabinets.

  • Avoid putting things on top of cupboards or wardrobes.

Pro Tip: Follow the “1 in, 1 out” rule — for every new item, remove one old.

 

9.  Add Indoor Plants — But Not Too Many

Why: lants add life and freshness but too many make the space feel tight.

  • Use small table plants or wall-mounted pots.

  • Choose tall, slim plants for corners.

Pro Tip: Hanging plants save surface space and add vertical interest.

 

10.  Use One Large Art Piece Instead of Many Small Frames

Why: Too many small items create visual clutter.

  • Hang one large painting or artwork for a cleaner look.

Pro Tip: Vertical artwork draws the eye upward — making the ceiling feel higher.

 

11.  Maintain Uniform Flooring

Why: Using different tiles in each room breaks flow and makes the space feel small.

  • Use the same tiles or similar shades for all rooms.

 Pro Tip: Light glossy tiles reflect more light and make the home look bigger.

 

 

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