How to organize space in a one-room apartment: a designer gives advice

Organizing space in a one-room apartment is not an easy task.

The main rule is to use every centimeter of space as efficiently as possible.

First, you need to define the zones. In a one-room apartment, there is usually a bedroom, living room, kitchen, and hallway. Clear zoning will help to restore order and visually increase the space.

It is better to start with the hallway. There should be enough space here to store outerwear and shoes.

A practical solution would be to install a built-in wardrobe, compact shelves or hangers, advises Yulia Tychino, an expert in the field of design and interior design for the online publication BelNovosti.

To effectively use every centimeter, it is recommended to think about multifunctional furniture items. For example, a bed with drawers for linen, a coffee table on wheels, which, if necessary, turns into a dining table.

Sliding partitions are the best way to zone the living room and bedroom. They allow you to combine or divide the space if necessary.

In the living room, it is advisable to allocate a cozy corner for relaxation with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. The remaining space can be used to arrange a work area or a corner for hobbies and creativity.

Organizing a bedroom in a one-room apartment requires special attention to storage and compactness. It is better to choose a minimalist bed, without excesses. Bedding is stored in drawers under the bed. Clothes can be placed in a modular closet, adding pull-out baskets and internal partitions if necessary.

With the right layout, even a one-room apartment can have a full-fledged kitchen. The secret is the smart use of vertical space. Shelves, wall cabinets, and drawers will help to place all the necessary kitchen utensils and products.

When decorating the interior of a one-room apartment, it is important to use light and color wisely.

An abundance of natural light will visually expand the space. You should make maximum use of the windows by installing light, bright curtains. Artificial light should be soft and diffused.

The color scheme significantly affects the perception of space. Light colors visually enlarge the room. Dark colors, on the contrary, make it smaller. Contrasting colors are effective for zoning. For example, light walls and dark furniture.

The best option for a one-room apartment is minimalism in decor with maximum functionality of each element. Laconic forms of furniture, the absence of unnecessary details will help to visually expand the space.

The main thing in organizing a one-room apartment is to think through the functions of each zone and select multifunctional compact furniture. Then even a minimal area will turn into a cozy home.