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How to visually expand a small room: effective tips

Vladyslav Moskalenko

Ways to visually expand a small room
Ways to visually expand a small room. Source: freepik.com

When it comes to making a small room look bigger, using some simple visual tricks and design principles can make a difference. UAportal has gathered some good tips to help you with this.

Make the most of natural light

Natural light has an incredible ability to visually expand a small room. Minimize window treatments to let in as much light as possible. It is advisable to choose sheer curtains or blinds that can be pulled back completely to maximize the amount of natural light entering the room. In addition, strategically placing mirrors in front of windows will help reflect light and make the room feel brighter and more spacious.

Choose light colors

Lighter shades of paint, furniture, and decor can make a room feel more open and spacious. To add volume, try combining different textures in similar light shades to create visual interest without overwhelming the space.

Use vertical space

To create the illusion of height in a small room, you can use vertical space to draw the eye upward. Install floor-to-ceiling shelving or a tall bookcase to take advantage of vertical space and free up floor space.

Use sight lines to create depth

Strategically placing furniture and decor to create clear lines of sight visually expands a small room. Keep pathways through the room open and unobstructed to create a sense of openness. The use of carpets to highlight individual areas in the room can help with this.

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