- Paint the walls, ceiling and woodwork in the same color to blur the edges and give the illusion of more space.
- Place a large rug underneath the furniture in a room to draw the eye wider.
- Leave some shelf space free to stop things looking and feeling cluttered. You don’t need to tightly pack every shelf of a bookcase in a room.
- Keep your interiors simple: a few pieces of unfussy furniture creates a cleaner look and frees up floor space.
- Choose upholstery in solid plain colours instead of bold prints; rather use texture for interest. Always hang ceiling to floor curtains.
- Declutter regularly: it’s amazing how quickly you can fill up a home. Ask yourself if you would buy the item now and if not, let it go. Being ruthless is hard but it’s essential.
- Do a proper spring clean at least once a year.
- Storage is key: give items their own places in drawers, boxes or baskets. Don’t let things pile up on the floor and keep tables and surfaces clear of clutter.
- Lighting is so important if you want to create a sense of space in your home. Dark, heavy curtains make a room appear smaller so opt for soft drapes or wooden blinds instead. Well-placed mirrors work well too as they bounce light around a room and naturally create an illusion of space.
- In a small bathroom, choose a clear, frameless shower door so you can see the wall at the back of the shower; this seems like a tiny difference but it makes a big difference.
* Source: dovecottageblog.com
