Make the most of a small space with these design and furnishing tips.
Finding room forfurniture, clothing, storage, and more can be overwhelming.
Feature an Entryway Bench
Small apartments are notorious for havingawkward entrywayareas or none at all.
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Adding a narrow bench provides a spot to slip on shoes.
Place a fewbasketsunderneath for storing footwear or accessories, and hang hooks above for jackets.
Add nature to your small apartment idea byincluding plantsand fresh flowers in the decor.
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Lay down arug or runnerfor a welcoming, cozy environment.
There are so many fun patterns and prints to choose from when it comes totemporary wallpaper.
Add wallpaper to an accent wall, or cover all the walls for maximum impact.
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Hop on the trend ofwallpapering the ceilingfor a small apartment idea that makes a decorating statement.
Loft Your Bed
Capitalize on space in a small apartment by lofting your bed.
This frees up a ton of floor space for storage.
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Add a ladder and place a desk orsmall dining tableunderneath to create a workspace or lounge area for guests.
Transform your apartment decor by adding vinyl decals that put the finishing touch on your bedroom or living room.
Find one that matches your aesthetic and use it as a coffee table orfootrestin your living room.
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Choose poufs with removable covers for easy cleaning or to change up the design when you want something new.
Instead of hanging each piece,install floating shelvesand set the art on top.
you might also look for adhesive strips as a renter-friendly solution forhanging art.
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Repurpose adresser as a nightstandfor a clever small apartment idea that adds storage and design.
Smallstorage containers, baskets, and bins can help keep your counters orderly.
Shop for containers at thrift stores for a cost-effective option and personalized kitchen.
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If you haveopen shelves, use them for additional storage that’s easy to reach and looks pretty.
Try incorporating shelving that works fordisplaying decorative itemsand stowing items until needed.
Display special items along with your practical storage bins and boxes to make your place feel homey.
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Hang Shelves in Kitchen
Counter spacecan be limited in small apartments.
Hang shelves in your kitchen tokeep items off your counterand store cookbooks, dishware, spices, and more.
This table can double as a workspace if needed.
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Pick acolor palettethat matches the rest of your room and find artwork in varying prints and patterns.
Use frames and mats with similar widths to give a gallery wall a clean, cohesive look.
Natural sunlight can transform a small apartment and requires no extra cost.
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Openexisting blindsorcurtainsduring the day to let in sunlight and visually expand your space.
Statement art pieces are a simple way to decorate your space by filling up a wall.
Plus, they draw your eye up to help your small area to look larger.
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