Everyone dreams of a spacious living room, but not everyone has one. However, there are several secrets that will allow you to visually enlarge a small space, create an effect of lightness and airiness.
Secret number one: white color
White color visually increases space, creates an impression of lightness, spaciousness. Therefore, the walls, floors and ceiling in a small living room should be decorated in light colors. They should not be snow-white, but they must be light.
Secret two: invisible curtains
Thick, dark, overly voluminous curtains steal space.
Curtains that are almost invisible are suitable for a small living room. They should be made of light, thin material, perhaps even translucent.
Let them hang freely on the sides of the window, and their bottom touches the floor. The cornice should be located as close to the ceiling as possible. Long curtains visually make the wall higher, and short ones shorten it.
Secret three: mirror
A small living room should have a large mirror. This is not only a stylish decoration, but also a tool for increasing the space. It is recommended to place the mirror opposite the window to add depth to the room.
If for some reason this is not possible, place the mirror so that it reflects some beautiful composition, for example, a corner with living plants, a bookshelf, etc.
Secret number four: minimalism
If you dream of a spacious living room in a small room, you will have to give up unnecessary things and an abundance of textiles. They create coziness, but take up a lot of space.
Minimalism is the best choice for creating space in a small room.
If you like boho-style interiors, where there are many textile and bright elements, and a large amount of decor, then you will have to sacrifice the visual increase in space.
As an option, you can consider the Scandinavian style or Provence. They are more cozy than minimalism, but not overloaded, and these styles also use light shades.
Secret number five: “airy” furniture
The less the floor and walls are covered with furniture, the larger the room seems. That is why designers recommend choosing furniture that “floats” in the air for small living rooms.
Avoid massive armchairs and sofas that stand on the floor with their entire area. Today, you can find many models on high thin legs on sale. The coffee table should also be chosen on thin, "inconspicuous" legs.
If you like glass and metal or glass and wood products, this is a great solution.
Although you will have to give up an abundance of decor in a limited space, it is still worth choosing a few accessories so that the interior does not look unfinished. It is also worth considering a large plant in a tub. It is better if it is tall with a narrow crown.
