How to Rearrange Your Apartment to Make It Bigger

No matter what size your apartment is, proper furniture placement is key to creating space. Before arranging or rearranging your apartment, draw a sketch of your floor plan and designate where you want to place your furniture. Maximize your space by selecting just a few accessories to avoid clutter. Consider removing some of your furniture pieces. Too many pieces of furniture will restrict movement and create the feeling that your apartment is small. Use your furniture to make your apartment feel bigger.

Furniture
Mirror
Wall mount bracket
Wall sconces

Instructions

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  Mount your television on the wall. Use a wall mount bracket to place your TV on the wall. This will create more space on your surfaces.
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  Place furniture at angles: Diagonal lines appear longer than straight lines. Use the extra space you create behind the furniture for storage.
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  Use multifunctional furniture. Use an ottoman that contains a storage area. Place the ottoman underneath a table to avoid clutter.
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  Use mirrors to reflect light. Place a mirror parallel to a window. A mirror creates depth and reflects artificial and natural light. This will brighten the room and give the illusion that your apartment is bigger than it actually is.
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  Install wall sconces. Lamps take up space and direct light downward, while wall sconces reflect light off the ceiling. Lighting with sconces will brighten your apartment and give the feeling of open space.
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  Use vertical space. Place trinkets on top of a bookcase. Place art on the wall in vertical frames and arrangements. Draw attention to the ceiling to make your apartment feel bigger.
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  Allow enough space between furniture. Furniture placed too close together will create a sense of clutter.

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