Space Saving Interior Design Tips For Condos: Create More Space to Enjoy

Interior Design Tips to Maximize Condo Space

Investing in a condo is an excellent choice for many people! They often include awesome amenities, and condo owners have fewer maintenance responsibilities than single-family home owners. Condos tend to limit space for furnishings and decorative items, but read on for savvy design tips to maximize space in a condo to make the most of the square footage you're working with.

Make Use of the Condo's Wall Space

Many condo owners maximize floor space by taking advantage of vertical wall space. Interior designers often recommend thinking about "tall and narrow" versus "wide and short." After all, what's hanging on the wall takes up zero floor space in many cases and also draws the eye upward to give rooms a taller appearance.

Make use of vertical real estate with shallow floor-to-ceiling shelving installations that are functional and also complement the space-saving theme. Of course, any items used less frequently can find a home on the higher shelves.

Need space for a home office but lack an extra room for a dedicated space? No problem! There are drop-down slats that hinge on the wall and unfold to become a flat surface that can serve as a desk or task table when needed.

Owners can also use vertical space by installing hooks on the ceiling or walls. These can be used to hold pots and pans, hanging plants, and other small items. Install pegboards in entryways for keys and in garages to keep tools that come in handy. Shallow shelves can establish places for spices and cleaning supplies or even create a space for plants and live herbs for cooking.

Find Places to Hide More Storage

A moderately sized condo has plenty of room, but a multi-story layout can quickly allow things to accumulate and create a cluttered look. Out of sight, out of mind is the premise in these types of homes, so keepsakes and even core items not in use can be tucked away with the help of clever furniture with hidden storage.

Make the most of available storage by creating it with options including:

  • Sleeper sofas & Murphy-style beds
  • Additional shelving
  • Fold-away tables
  • Ottomans & coffee tables with hidden storage
  • Fold-down flat surfaces

Take advantage of the space under the stairway that is a staple in many condo floor plans. This is a great pocket closet where shelves and cabinets can be added to hold goods like pet supplies, small tools, or extra cookware that is rarely used. These stairways can also serve as drawers that pull out from each step with a simple DIY stair-to-storage space project.

Condo owners can easily and affordably add more storage space by placing shelving units in corners or open wall space, keeping the floor-to-ceiling concept in mind. Another idea is nesting tables that keep themselves discrete until needed, or investing in ottomans and benches that offer hidden storage.

Bedrooms can serve as an open space for an office with a Murphy-style bed that can fold into the wall and even have drop-down flat surfaces for simple transitions. With more floor space, the bedroom can serve just about any purpose owners need.

Clever Choices in Paint and Decor Can Make Rooms Feel Bigger

Painting Walls in Neutral Colors Makes the Room Feel LargerIt's no secret that dark colors can make a small space feel inviting and warm, but primary rooms in a condo tend to beckon for space. Use lighter and neutral hues—especially those near windows and skylights—to make the entire area appear larger via natural lighting by day and recessed lighting by night.

Even if painting a room in whites and neutrals isn't in the vision, consider shades with cool temperatures and pop them off with more intensity with trimming and accessories like pillows, throws, and artwork.

The strategic use of mirrors in a condo can brighten up areas and give them the illusion of more square footage. Go big with mirrors that face windows, sliding doors, or opposing walls to enhance the visual facade. The use of strategically placed lights also lends to the space-enlarging eye-ploy.

Pick The Right Furnishings: Sometimes Bigger Is Better

When dealing with a small space, the inclination to think small is only natural. Yet, the presence of a few seemingly oversized pieces can work in a condo owner's favor. Think about it this way: a collection of small furnishings can establish a cluttered look while more fluid and larger ones serve the same function while "meshing."

Go big with a sectional sofa with a curved back that snuggles into the corner for ample seating. Even better, investing in a model with a pull-out sleeper makes overnight guests cozy without having a dedicated room.

Oversized art on walls and themed rugs can become focal points in a pinch in areas where options to employ "space-enhancing" tactics aren't feasible. Overall, it could take some time to figure out what suits the layout of a condo, but the time utilized decorating smaller spaces is time well spent.

Declutter Regularly

When you live in a small condo, space is always at a premium. Because of this, you should choose a timeframe and declutter your possessions regularly, whether it's once a year, once a month, or another timeframe. Take time to go through both your new acquisitions and your old possessions, and sort them into three categories: things to keep, things to sell or donate, and things to throw away. 

In addition to creating breathing room, decluttering also has the added benefit of providing extra funds or donations to non-profit organizations. Consider selling items you don't need or use anymore, or donating them to a charity. Doing so will free up more space in your condo and enable you to do something good for others at the same time. 

Maximizing Condo Space is a Breeze

Whether one is investing in a modest or luxury condo property, there are so many perks to the overall lifestyle that make them a solid choice, even if the space may be smaller. Having the flexibility to decorate and upgrade the condo to make the most of its space is one of the benefits of buying vs. renting a condo, and these tips are a great starting point to maximize the potential of the available real estate.

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