Tip 1 - Give the room depth with light & dark colors
Medium shades can make a room appear smaller, but when you use bright whites and deep dark paint colors, you create contrast, which creates depth and the impression of a larger space.
Tip 2 - Install reflective surfaces
Natural light creates the illusion of space, hanging mirrors allows you to bounce light from windows and create the semblance of more square footage. Even in dim spaces or small, windowless corners, a mirror can help expand the look.
Tip 3 - Opt for substantial pieces
There's something about large, substantial pieces in a small space that bring it to life and make it feel larger. Whether it's replacing a gallery wall with one large scale art piece or switching up your coffee table styling to incorporate two more significant sized pieces rather than five little things, this trick can elevate nearly any room. Substantial pieces give a space a focal point, giving the eye a place to rest, which is especially important if you want to make a room feel bigger.
Tip 4 - Incorporate exposed legged furniture
Chairs, sofas, and beds with skirts can feel boxy. But if you opt for furniture with exposed legs, it creates the illusion of extra room.
Tip 5 - Declutter
We try to make a habit of decluttering cabinets, closets, and any other rooms that start feeling too “full” every 6 months to prevent our home from being overcrowded. Even a large room that is cluttered will feel small.
Tip 6 - Layer lighting
Bringing dimension to a design can be done easily with layers of lighting, especially overhead statement pieces that draw the eye up and make the room look taller. Adding in lighting at different levels like table and floor lamps can illuminate dim corners and create the feeling of a larger room, too!
