So you’re struggling with a small space

Working with small spaces has become an art form that most Singaporean homeowners have become proficient in. Whether it’s in the form of some clever hacks, or whether it’s reorganizing entire floor layouts to suit the size of the space, there are a ton of things that you can do. If you have no idea where to start, then here’s a beginner’s guide on how you can make the most of a small space. Let’s take a look:

1. Playing with the open floor layout

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Open floor layouts were originally designed to accommodate small spaces, and while they have definitely become more versatile, they’re still the best for complementing smaller homes. So while designing the layout, pay attention to how you can adjust the whole ambiance – furniture placement, half-walls, lighting, etc. – to be compatible with the small-scale ambiance.

2. Functional feature walls

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While there’s nothing wrong with a full-fledged decorative wall, you’ll definitely need to be a little more pragmatic with how you utilize precious wall space in smaller homes. It’s better to get the best of both worlds by going for functional feature walls. The design can be function-oriented, but you can execute it in a decorative way. Bookshelves and study desks are great examples.

3. Compact layouts

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The concept of compact layouts is one of the best ideas that the contemporary generation has come up with. Instead of staying rigid with the furniture and layout, you can experiment with different ways you can make them all as compact and space-saving as possible. Storage platform beds that transition into study desks are an excellent example of this.

4. Large windows with lots of city views

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It doesn’t matter if you live in the middle of an urban landscape – having large windows that let in lots of views is crucial to sprucing up a small-scale home. If you don’t appreciate city views, then you can design a small window-sill garden. Or if you’ve got a balcony, you can organize large planters outside the window to customize your views.

5. Learning to compartmentalize spaces

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And lastly, understanding the art of compartmentalized spaces is what’s going to get you the best results while designing small homes. Whether it’s a bathroom, a bedroom, or a living area, knowing where to put dividers in order to utilize the best parts of a space is going to take you a long way while designing small interiors!