No matter what the problem may be, every space can look amazing with a little creativity. Here are some tips to solve your decorating dilemma.
1) The Giant Living Room
There's a few ways to deal with a jumbo size room. Either float the furniture away from the walls, creating a comfortable sitting area with house plants anchoring the corners or you can divvy up the room into two sections. If you divide the room, you can use one side for a cozy sitting area and the other for a makeshift nook, dining area, office, or entertainment center. You can leave it open or use screens or hang a curtain in between to create a wall where there should be. If the room is an odd shape, use an area rug to create a focal point and place furniture around it.
2) The Cave
If the room you're working with is very dark or too small, these tricks will help. Add depth by placing up-lights in the corners and a mirror instead of a painting. Also, use a monochromatic color scheme in lighter, neutral shades which will open up the space. Metallic accessories and reflective wall art can also perk up a room. If you own your home, think about adding a window if the room doesn't already have one.
3) Clutter!
For bedrooms, use risers to create extra storage space beneath the bed. Use trays to gather small collections like bottles, vases, and other little knick knacks. Buy end tables, coffee tables, and armoires that have extra storage space. If it's a collection, find an note resting way to show it off by hanging it, mount it, stack it, or put it on a shelf but if it's junk .. Throw it out.
