By Ângelo Gomes
Small apartments have their upsides – lower rent, often a closer proximity to bustling downtown areas, and a certain irreplaceable cozy charm. That is, if you know how decorate.
One misconception that people often fall prey to when decorating small apartments is that all the focus should be on functionality rather than design. That sentiment could not be further from the truth. Your apartment may be short on space, but that doesn’t mean it has to be short on style.
Rather, it’s finding the right balance between the two is critically important to creating a space that you’ll be comfortable living in for the foreseeable future. You need to focus on filling your home with items that fit your needs while highlighting your personal aesthetic.
Do your best to define separate areas and give each area a specific purpose. Put coat and shoe racks by the door to round off your entranceway. Position a buffet between your kitchen and dining areas for easy serving and extra storage. Back your sofa up to the foot of your bed to instantly draw the eye into your living area.
If you have a particular interest or hobby, don’t be afraid to let those play a key role in separating the space while showing who you are.
Challenge yourself to look around your apartment and identify all of the “dead spaces” or spaces that aren’t currently serving a useful purpose. Think about unused corners and blank walls. Then, try to brainstom ways to use those spaces to your advantage.
Since most small apartments tend to be box-shaped, use your furniture to add some curves back in.
Explore our pinterest board for more inspirations. Get more ideas for your projects and find functional, stylish and sizable lighting choices.
Source:: http://vintageindustrialstyle.com/best-interior-design-ideas-for-industrial-and-small-apartments/
