Just the “RIGHT” Size…
Real Estate
by Deb Gurley
With planning, small spaces can often allow for greater creativity in storage and function
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s the holiday decorations are put away, stores turn our attention to storage and organization. “A place for everything and everything in its place” has been organizational experts’ mantra for several years now. Some people believe you need a large house in order to have the space to be well organized, but that simply isn’t true. The tiny house movement has increased dramatically in recent years, as people discover having a smaller home can mean less time spent on upkeep and maintenance and more time spent on living. Small doesn’t mean you have to skimp on style. With planning, small spaces can often allow for greater creativity in storage and function, while establishing a sleek interior. For example, an unused closet can be converted to a home office or craft center. Look for areas where you could have built-ins added, open shelving or obtain multi-functional furniture helping optimize storage without sacrificing design. When pondering how to create a big space in a small home, imagination is key. Try to see beyond the existing, to find the possible. Which walls are load bearing and which can be removed to create a more open floor plan? Is there additional exterior space that you could create to be an extension of the home? How does the lighting, color scheme and artwork enhance your space? The following steps can help you to create the space you want. 1. Establish your goals. What do you want to do with the space? If the kitchen has a limited number of cabinets, see if
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