We may desire more spacious homes to give us that open and decluttered look. However, this is not always possible. Many home layouts can make a house look small and cramped. With the exact same amount of room, we can create an illusion of a more spacious area.
Lighting is a huge part of creating the illusion of space. Dim or unflattering lighting can make a space look dirty and clustered. Natural light is you best choice. Having many windows throughout your home will allow light to flow in. In addition, decorating with reflective surfaces in your kitchen or living room such as mirrors and glass tiles will really allow the light to encapsulate the room. For night time, sophisticated chandeliers or lighting fixtures that illuminates a bright light work perfectly.
Tying in with the same “light” theme, lighter materials should be used if you are going for a roomier look. Light colored wood and tile is great for flooring. This will give you a clean look while adding depth to your home. Some light-colored paint on your walls will reflect incoming light to help disperse it throughout the rooms.
Tearing down unnecessary walls will make a world of difference. Walls are often placed between kitchen and dining areas or kitchen and living room areas. This is so that a clear divide can be distinguished between rooms. In this process though, valuable space is being taken up by these unnecessary walls. They also make your home look as though it is confined to small rooms, rather than open and sizeable. Tearing these walls down provides a ton of room, but also gives you a more open floor plan. This is great if you are remodeling because it gives you more space to make additions and changes.
Cabinet areas are great for extra storage. This allows you to declutter and put things away in a proper and organized way. To give this area a more stylish feel, adding some custom cabinets is a wonderful idea. This ensures that your storage area is just as polished as the rest of your home.
If none of these ideas can give you what you are looking for, you may have to consider a room addition. This renovation will provide you with more room rather than simply give you the illusion of more room. An extra room will provide you with both additional storage and living space. They are great for when you have guests over, or for everyday use.
If you think that your home could use some help with creating a more expansive feel, contact Streamline Construction. You can reach us at 800-965-9728 to schedule a free consultation. During this time, we will discuss pricing and project ideas. Be sure to visit our Instagram and houzz to stay current on our new projects and see our previous ones as well. You can also go to our Streamline Construction website to learn more about our company and the services that we provide. We look forward to working with you.