Good news: You don’t need to tear down walls for a larger space.
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Decorating a small bedroomcan be a challenge.
After all, it’s crucial that you fita lotof bulky furniture without it feeling cramped.
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It might not be as hard as you think.
Here, designers share eight ways to make your bedroom look and feel bigger.
Start with light colorsthink soft pastels orpale neutralsthat instantly create an airy feel," Gardner says.
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“Its like letting the room take a deep breath.
But that doesnt mean eliminating dark colors altogether!
Just narrow it down to smaller accent pieces like pillows and throws.
Allison Elefantre; Design by Cerminara Design
According to Cerminara, when the room is unified, it naturally feels bigger.
“I love using monochromatic or tonal schemes, especially in lighter shades,” she says.
“It keepseverything flowing, making the space feel open and inviting without being visually chopped up.
Allison Elefantre; Design by Cerminara Design
“It creates the illusion of height, giving even the smallest bedroom a more spacious feel.”
Go with atall headboard, suggests Colleen Bute Bennett of CBB Design Firm.
Oversized pieces can drown a space, says Cerminara.
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For example, trying to fit a king-sized bed and two nightstands may be impossible in a tiny bedroom.
Scaling down to a queen can make a room feel far less cramped.
However, wall-mounted furniture can also be a great optionin smaller spaces, according to the designer.
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Use wall-mounted shelves and nightstands to free up floor space,” she says.
“This clears clutter and also draws the eye upward, which can make the room feel taller.
Instead of taking up space on your nightstands,consider installing sconces,” she suggests.
The size of the area rug actually dictates the size of the visual space you create.”
(Aim for around a foot of exposed floor along the perimeter of your room.)
Use Mirrors Strategically
Awell-placed mirrorcan double the space visually by reflecting light and creating depth.
I love putting a large mirror across from a window to reflect natural light," Cerminara says.
“Youll be amazed at how much brighter and more spacious the room will feel.
