Since 1960 homes had been doubling in size. For the first time in 50 years the census data now shows a decrease in home sizes. With a decrease in size comes the challenge of adjusting from large spaces to smaller while still having a feeling of comfort and design.
5 tips for small spaces
Have a bench and hooks at an entry way to allow jackets, hats, and shoes to stay together in an organized way.
Make a room feel more open by using glass tables.
Hang a mirror at or above eye level to open up the space without showing clutter on the floor. Hang it across from a window to bring more light into the room.
Create multifunctional zones within a room: a drop leaf table behind a sofa can act as a sofa table, dining table, and desk.
Larger furniture with fewer accessoires allow a room to feel comfortable and uncluttered.
Guest blogger: Tess Johnson