2 Hacks to Help You Make the Most of Your Small Space | Cleveland Bricks
For all of you that are downsizing, moving into your first apartment, or heading off on a college adventure, your new small space might present brand new challenges. Finding a spot for all of your essentials can be a fun way to express your sense of style and help keep clutter at bay. So before you move that first box, let’s take a look at all of your options!
Multipurpose Furniture
Make the most of your furniture purchases by choosing pieces that have built-in storage. For a dorm room, a loft-style bed can provide loads of storage options. Use the space under the bed to store clothing, books, and a desk area. Arrange this space to optimize your creativity and organization!
For a small children’s room choose a trundle bed or a bed that has built-in drawers at the base. A trundle bed is perfect for young children or sleepovers! A bed with built-in drawers will eliminate the need for a large clunky dresser.
In other areas of your small space, choose pieces that can store blankets and seasonal items like ottomans with hidden drawers. Side tables and bedside tables are also great pieces of furniture for storage. Their deep drawers will go a long way to keep your small space put together! These furniture pieces do not need to be brand new, look into recycling pieces from a thrift store or tag sale to save the budget.
Storage Solutions
Plastic bins are great for storing Christmas decorations but can be impractical for everyday items. Stylish wall hooks can be an ingenious storage solution in your small space. For tiny bathrooms, they come in handy for hanging hand towels, bathing towels, and robes. In bedrooms, they can be used to sort and display jewelry. Wall hooks can be hung in closets for that comfy sweater you are always reaching for, and to organize scarves or light jackets.
To clear counter space in the kitchen and bath, well-placed shelving will save the day! Store spices, cookbooks, and utensils in a creative way that not only saves space but adds to your kitchen decor. In the bath, use shelving to store soaps & bath and beauty products. A basket might just come in handy to store linens and towels. If the bath is a tight fit, arrange the basket in a safe spot just outside the door.
The sky is the limit when it comes to your style and repurposing family treasures, used pieces, and even items from big box stores. Re-think that old trunk, bookshelf, or credenza. How can the items you already own work in your small space? That is half the fun in decorating any room!
We wish you well in your new small space! We hope that these tips will make your move a little easier.
For any that are considering a move to a home, big or small, contact Cleveland Bricks! We have a large selection of rental properties and homes for sale! If you are new to the Cleveland area and are looking for a place, contact us!
