So, when I was in college in Boston, I lived in approximately 300 square feet. My closet was the size of my current shower, and I struggled with decorating ideas. Another challenge was that my bedroom doubled as my living room, so when people came over, I felt like they were immediately thrown into my private space. But, I didn’t have a lot of choice because it was the only room I had.
Well, a girl I know, Lizzie (she’s in Chicago), recently had her home showcased in Country Living. In the article, she debunks old myths about the rules for decorating small spaces.
New Rule: Dark colors create the illusion of depth in small rooms.
New Rule: Ornate, embellished details give even the tightest spots a sense of grandeur.
New Rule: Don’t waste space; kill two birds with one stone.
New Rule: Turn the room into a single indulgence, like a walk-in closet.
New Rule: Bitsy is busy. Instead, opt for fewer, larger pieces.
So, what are some design rules you break?
This is so great! Living in NYC, space is always at a premium! Those photos are gorgeous
I love this one: Turn the room into a single indulgence, like a walk-in closet. I would love to turn one of our (tiny!) extra bedrooms into a walk-in closet or a pimped out sewing room.
My room in the townhouse I rented was TEENY TINY, so I put only my bed, dresser and nightstand. I love color so going stark white wasn’t an option!
First of all, I love this post! Especially about turning a guest bedroom into a giant closet. I have made my husband swear on his life that I can have a guest bedroom closet someday. I really love all the pink and gray in the photos. Oh, I also really love the picture with the wine storage and the table- that is quite lovely!!
so good to know i don’t have to follow old-school rules! i was feeling lame for a while when i thought i shouldn’t have painted my walls something besides white/off-white. thanks for this!