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 If you have recently downsized to a studio, it can be difficult transitioning to such a small space--especially if you are used to a more spacious home with ample storage for your belongings. Read on for tips on how to effectively use your limited space in a studio, and to make your small apartment look and feel larger!Downsize your stuff The first step in making the most of out your space is decreasing the stuff you have to store. Go through your belongings and determine what you really need and what you can live without. Organize your unwanted items into three piles-sell, donate, and throw away.- What to sell: unopened items, clothes with tags, lightly-used clothing items (and shoes and purses) in good condition, collectibles. Have a yard sale, visit a consignment shop, or go on eBay to unload your goods and make some extra cash for your move!
- What to donate: Older clothes, household appliances, furniture, and other household items. Donate your used goods to a charity of your choice to help less fortunate families. You can write off the donations on your taxes, and the organization will often come to your home to pick up larger items like appliances and furniture.
What to throw away: Everything else! Broken electronics and appliances, ruined and stained clothing, or tattered furniture (especially if its bulky and will take up too much space). Make sure you dispose of items properly and always recycle what you can.
Use multi purpose furniture Nothing in your studio should have only one use. A futon or sleeper sofa that doubles as your sitting area is optimal, since your bedroom and living room are one in a studio. Instead of a coffee table, use a small end table that doubles as a nightstand. If your end table/nightstand has no shelves or drawers beneath it, drape a table cloth over the top and stash crates of goods underneath to create your own concealed storage. Get a dining table that can double as a desk. Stow a few folding chairs and tables for guests that you can stick snugly behind your couch/bed when not in use. You can even purchase ottomans or footrests that open up and become little storage units.
Utilize vertical space Though your apartment is small, you can always take advantage of your vertical space. Shelving is great for studio storage because it takes little or no floor space. Use hanging shelves, wall shelves, or shelving over doorways for to store a variety of items--such as books, DVDs, linens and towels, cooking spices, and kitchen utensils. Shelves are also a great way to display your decorative knick-knacks and framed photos. Mounting your television on the wall will also eliminate the need for another piece of furniture.Avoid clutter Keeping out clutter is the easiest way to eliminated a cramped, overcrowded feeling. Clutter accumulates quickly, so stay on top of it and clearing out stray items before they begin. Having proper storage and a desingated place for everything is an easy and effective way to combat clutter.Decorate to trick the eye Keep wall art and decorations minimal to avoid cluttering your apartment. Use light colors to paint or decorate to make the space seem larger--dark colors will make the space feel like it's closing in you. If you have limited windows, hanging mirrors on the wall is a classic trick to expand the feel of any tight space. Using glass or transparent furniture also makes the space feel less cluttered and larger. |
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