It shouldn’t come as a surprise that modern houses are smaller than the apartments that came before them. As such, there has been no better time to be smarter with the way you use your space.
Instead of opting for built-in carpentry at every opportunity, choosing to properly balance loose furniture and custom-built cabinetry can make a huge practical difference. In fact, follow the 3 tips laid out in this article and you’d not only create a lot more usable space, but potentially save on both cash and frustration in the long run!
Avoid L-Shaped Wardrobes
Think you can create additional storage from an otherwise dead corner of your bedroom? Well, think again. The overlapping area is often very difficult to access, potentially dissuading homeowners from actually using the area on offer. There are other considerations to take into account too.
For starters, and from the get go, you’d usually billed an additional charge for the overlapping section. In the long run, this hard-to-use corner may prove to be a maintenance nightmare, as it can prove challenging to keep clean. Opt for sliding doors to further increase usable space!
TV Wall Storage
A lot of TV feature walls often have a protruding console attached to them. The walls are then usually fairly level all the way to the ceiling. Instead of wasting this space, and since there’s already an obstruction from the console, why not utilise some of the vertical real estate for cabinets instead?
Consider opting for a good mix of storage and display cabinets. This mixture allows for seamless integration with the TV console design. Do keep in mind that a balance has to be struck, so the TV wall still looks aesthetically pleasing!
Integrated Kitchen Appliances
It does seem counter-intuitive, as built-in appliances mean giving up more internal cabinet space in the kitchen. But doing so frees up precious countertop space, which can then be better used for food preparation, or for hosting.
Consider creating a kitchen countertop that also doubles up as a breakfast bar for even greater versatility. If you do not entertain often, this can serve as your dining table just fine. KompacPlus also makes sink covers that can increase the amount of tabletop room, so consider using said material if space is an issue!
Tapping on the Expertise of Interior Design Experts
It can be daunting for homeowners to come up with clever storage solutions. Keep the tips in mind when consulting your Interior Designer, and you’d have a space that is more optimally laid out.
Or if it’s preferred, you can choose to leave the technical decision making in the hands of seasoned industry experts! Our partners from Ngieng Spatial Design and Re.Design Interior Studio have years of experience in the Interior Design space, so all of your storage woes can be resolved through consultations with them. Contact the companies respectively via the Instagram links above!
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