Secrets To Make Your Home Look Bigger

The smart Scandinavians found out that neutral, muted colours make a space feel more open. Experiment with white or off-white paint colours that accentuate your decor rather than overpower it. If you are not ready to repaint or don’t have the budget, simply hang a black and white photograph or add a few neutral throw pillows to your couch.

Whether in your kitchen, living room or home office, the less stuff visible the better. So try and keep shelves and table tops clean. Only display what you want people to admire. The rest can be stored in a drawer or cabinet.

If you can’t make your space bigger then why not fool your eyes with a neat trick! Do away with ornate patterns, like florals or animal print, for clean, uncomplicated designs like stripes or diamond prints. Simpler patterns will lengthen other lines in the room, giving the illusion that the space is bigger than it really is.

Allow more natural light to shine in through the windows and your home will instantly look more spacious. It’s as simple and effective as that. So, pull back the curtains and let the sunlight pour in. Remember, light coloured or white curtains allow natural light in your room even while they are drawn shut.

Scandinavian design makes use of proportion and geometry to give the illusion of space. One easy tip is that properly spaced objects will make your home look and feel less messy, so try to avoid piles and stacks that crowd the space and overwhelm the eye.