Keyanna Bowen
Don’t worry: You’re not stuck with dollhouse furniture simply because you havesmall rooms.
When choosing furniture for small spaces, pick pieces that work harder and smarter.
The clear table and open-sided umbrella stand take up no space visually, vanishing into the wall.
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They dont stick out in the room or take up floor space.
Store books, utensils, and dishes on these narrow shelves so theyre within easy reach.
Squeeze in a Guest Bedroom
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Turn atight attic roominto a guest bedroom.
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To fit a bed into the sloped wall space, use a mattress on a frame with no headboard.
A drift of pillows placed against the wall provides a comfortable and space-saving place to lean back.
Midcentury modern chairs with low-slung backs and minimal lines provide seating that doesnt overpower the space visually or physically.
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Paint walls and ceiling the same light color to brighten the space and draw the eyes upward.
You have a peaceful room again.
Add a pair of stackable storage baskets that can function as a side table while holding odds and ends.
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Hang art on the wall to make the corner feel cozy and look put together.
Here, a built-in bench has turned a dead wall into a reading nook.
A wall sconce provides task lighting and drawers beneath the bench add storage.
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Pillows, plants and a throw add a welcoming layer of hominess.
Put drawers beneath the bench seat to provide storage, so your dining area does double the work.
Placingframed artand nature-themed accessories on the table elevates the space, adding flash to the functionality.
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Wall sconces double as reading lights.
If youre in that club, turn a sofa table into a work-from-home desk.
The key to making this work is choosing furniture that can do two jobs.
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Roll it against the wall, clutter side facing in, to make the space look roomier and tidier.
Think of this as a small space sunroom.
Create Functional Entry
Create a drop zone that doubles as seating and extra storage space.
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Hooks on the wall hold hats, coats and purses, and drawers under the bench hold shoes.
Stash towels and supplies behind the vanitys cabinet doors.
Bonus points for that bin in the triangular space on the top shelf.
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end the doors on the clutter when not in use.
Theres something charmingly Prohibition Era about a bar that can be hidden when the partys over.
Putting functional fixtures in one area turns the space into hard-working square footage.
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Tuck a chest of drawers into a closet to make the space more efficient.
A modern desk tucked into the space below this sloped wall delivers an efficient work area.
A pair of sconces and a tiny ceiling fixture tuck lots of light into a tight space.
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And that little shower seat adds a touch of big fat luxury.
Use Every Available Space
When working with a small space, don’t leave any walls bare.
Look for Slim Pieces
When space is small, think narrow furniture and fixtures.
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Here, a skinny vanity thats around 14 inches deep puts a lot of functionality into a small bathroom.
Its packed with cabinets beneath the counter so there’s a lot of storage space per square inch.
A slim bench tucked against the wall adds seating without taking up much floor space.
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Discover Corner Chairs
Corner chairs are a great way to tuck seating into a tiny space.
Attach bookshelves to the wall, build a bench under the window, and mount the television.
Keep It Small
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Furniture that is trim and fit will suit your small spaces best.
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Pick one with skinny arms and a tight, upholstered back instead.
Elsewhere, look for slender legs on dining tables, and stick to beds with simple headboards.
Add Secondary Storage
Typically, small homes are short on places to stash things.
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That’s why it’s so valuable to find furniture with storage included.
Look for tables with drawers or shelves and ottomans with hidden compartments.
Trunks make excellent coffee tables.
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And you’re free to tuck a lot of stuffeven luggageunder extra-tall beds.
Use Multi-Purpose Furniture
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Find furniture that does double duty.
This daybed is a cozy couch during the day but turns into a pull-out bed when company comes.
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