Living in a small space often requires creative thinking in order to get the most
out of your limited living space. Using the entire space by storing things as
high up and as low down as you can, and by hiding possessions behind every possible
facade are just a few tricks to fitting all of your things in your small space
without feeling like you live in a closet. Keeping things neat and tidy, with
as much free floor space as you can manage are other practical tips that every
homeowner can appreciate - from those living in expansive Queen West homes to
the crew of a ship living below the deck. Innovative thinking is certainly the
key to unlocking the storage maximum in your small space.
Under the bed and under shelf. This includes the space between your counters
and floor - installing towel bars and S-hooks are a great way to store those
useful kitchen gadgets within reach, but out of sight. Keeping work surfaces
as clutter free as possible will help make the space feel bigger, and reduce
your frustration while cooking - and enhance the zen feeling to your kitchen.
The same trick can be used in the bathroom for storing hairdryers and curling
irons, or in your front cupboard you could install a roll out shelf to house
your collection of Motorola Leather Cases! The possibilities for out of sight
storage are endless - really any place you have a cupboard can become a trove
of hidden treasures. Storing more things out of sight will leave surfaces for
plants, photos, and other decorative touches, and add to the openness and airy
feeling of your home.
When space is really limited, downsizing the material goods that you have is
a smart idea, although this is not always easy. If the things that you own have
meaningful sentimental value, it may be impossible to part with them, and in
severe cases calling on a friend or relative to store those cord grips that
you simply cannot give up is one option. Yet clearing out all of the clutter
that you have collected over the years can be equally easy.
Why not have a yard sale and profit from your downsizing. Who knows, you might
even get a huge amount of cash for scrap gold that you have lying around for
years! But the time and effort involved in a yard sale might not be for everyone.
You might choose instead to spend a Saturday going through everything that you
own, and sorting out what you can give away to friends, or donate to Goodwill
- and it makes perfect sense to live in your small space with as little stuff
as possible. A good rule for keeping up this pared down existence is new in/old
out...if you bring home a new souvenir coffee mug or T-shirt, then you should
get rid of an old coffee mug or T-shirt.
Whether your small space is your new bachelor apartment or the new location
for your executive recruitment firm - making the most of the space is easy with
innovative thinking. Using the above strategies as well as ceiling racks, wall
storage, bins and containers, you can maintain the look of simplicity in your
small space, and still have everything that you need at your fingertips, just
not right before your eyes.
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