When you live in a small home, it can be tough to choose the right furniture. You want the room to look open and neat. Having too many bulky pieces of furniture can make a room look small and cluttered. Certain types of furniture can help make the space larger and even have multiple functions, eliminating the need for other items. Let’s talk about how to choose the right pieces of furniture to maximize space and utility in smaller homes.
Hidden Storage
Think about areas of unused space and fill them with built-in storage. Choose coffee tables and end tables that have hidden storage beneath them. Many ottomans can be opened to provide hidden storage compartments as well. You can still have chic, beautiful furniture that serves multiple purposes in the home. Benches with storage below the seat are another great place to keep things out of sight while providing extra seating for guests. Choose lightweight pieces that can be moved easily.
C-Tables
These small tables are great for small homes. They are designed to be slid up against your armrest and they take up far less room than traditional end tables. They can be used as a nightstand or snack table in the evening and a surface for your laptop during the day. C-tables take up far less room than traditional designs and can be moved out of the way easily when you’re not using them.
Tapered Legs
Pieces that are lifted off the floor make a space appear larger. Long, tapered legs create the illusion of more space than flat furniture or pieces with blocky legs. The extra floor space provided by pieces with thin, tapered legs can also be a good place for storage bins or baskets as well. Bulky feet or furniture that sits flat on the floor can make a space look smaller and leaves little or no room for extra storage beneath.
Round Tables
You may think that a long, rectangular coffee table might elongate the room but it will probably just fill it up. Sticking with rounded corners and round table shapes fills less space and helps create a better flow in smaller spaces. This option helps eliminate sharp corners in walkways. Round tables also make it easier to seat more people at the table in a smaller dining area. Benches pair well with round tables for versatile seating that can be moved aside or tucked under the table when not in use.
Slender and Trim
Choose furniture that is fit and skinny. Furniture with a slender profile can help a space look less congested. Instead of choosing a fluffy, oversized chair, choose one that has thinner arms and a tightly upholstered texture. Choose simple designs that take up less space over bulkier options. Choose basic headboards for bedrooms and a tall, thin chest of drawers rather than a long, wide one.
Lightweight and Multifunctional
Small homes don’t have room for areas like home offices or guest bedrooms. Choosing furniture that is convertible or can serve multiple purposes saves space. There are coffee tables that can be converted into desks for a mini-office when you need one. Sofa Beds are a great space saver when you need to accommodate overnight guests from time to time. Find beautiful, lightweight, multifunctional pieces at Yolo & Co. when you are shopping for furnishings for your small home.