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Secrets To Make Your Home Look Bigger

Use Scandinavian design tricks to make your home look bigger!

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9 January 2017

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Secrets To Make Your Home Look Bigger

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The hottest trend on Pinterest that you simply can’t ignore is Scandinavian home design, an interior style celebrated for its simplicity, functionality and neutral colour scheme. For millions of us who live in tiny apartments, this interior style not only looks stunning but also makes a space feel bigger. Getting the look is a matter of making small tweaks that don’t cost a fortune. Whether you are looking to redecorate or get organized we have a few simple ways you can master this space-saving design trick.

Use neutral colours

The smart Scandinavians found out that neutral, muted colours make a space feel more open. Experiment with white or off-white paint colours that accentuate your decor rather than overpower it. If you are not ready to repaint or don’t have the budget, simply hang a black and white photograph or add a few neutral throw pillows to your couch.

Minimise clutter

Whether in your kitchen, living room or home office, the less stuff visible the better. So try and keep shelves and table tops clean. Only display what you want people to admire. The rest can be stored in a drawer or cabinet.

Use stripes and geometric patterns to your advantage

If you can’t make your space bigger then why not fool your eyes with a neat trick! Do away with ornate patterns, like florals or animal print, for clean, uncomplicated designs like stripes or diamond prints. Simpler patterns will lengthen other lines in the room, giving the illusion that the space is bigger than it really is.

Use natural light to your advantage

Allow more natural light to shine in through the windows and your home will instantly look more spacious. It’s as simple and effective as that. So, pull back the curtains and let the sunlight pour in. Remember, light coloured or white curtains allow natural light in your room even while they are drawn shut.

Leave space between objects

Scandinavian design makes use of proportion and geometry to give the illusion of space. One easy tip is that properly spaced objects will make your home look and feel less messy, so try to avoid piles and stacks that crowd the space and overwhelm the eye.