People who live in small places are often appreciative of any space saving tips that come along. Many of us have learned that we can make a small room appear bigger by painting it with cool colors such as green, blue, or violet or perhaps very light warm colors that will bounce the light off the walls. We also know that a few larger pictures are better than a collection of small ones in a small room. Experts suggest leaving one wall blank for balance!
We can go to the next level now and work some magic with measurements. Let’s say you’re looking for a sofa. There are certain features that you should look for so that it won’t overpower or intrude upon the space in your small living room. It should be 72″ or less but if it’s under 63″ it is now a loveseat. It should have clean, straight, and simple lines; it should have either no arms or else straight, thin arms; it should have visible legs to allow for negative space to flow beneath it. Don’t underestimate the power of the futon. It morphs into an instant spare bed.
While in the living room, mount an LCD or plasma TV on the wall; do the same with audio/video racks. Or, seek out a cool corner shelf for your A-V inventory.
In the bedroom you can eliminate the need for dressers altogether with a clever closet kit.
There are so many options for beds such as a storage bed, which is a dresser chest and bed combo. A loft bed can be for one or two people and consists of a study desk and bed. There’s the hideaway chest bed which is basically a dresser come Murphy-style bed. A hidden bed is one you pull down for a bed by night and push back up for a desk by day! A smart bed is a vertical bunk bed and desk combo or sofa and bunk bed. Such inventions! But the most ingenious one could be the all-in-one bedroom set which consists of a study space, sleep space, and storage space in one assemblage.
While we’re in the bedroom think about one lamp that can take care of all your lighting needs such as an arc lamp or tree lamp with three to five swivel lights in one!
Be an illusionist with window treatments: increase space by tricking the eye with a monochromatic color scheme fusing your walls and window treatments (example, different shades of blue); hence, when the eye moves around the room it’s uninterrupted.
Abracadabra! Your small room gives the illusion of grandeur!
The right desk chair will enhance your home office environment and provide you with countless hours of comfort over the years. It’s wise to invest in a higher-end desk chair that’s adjustable, giving you more health benefits over the long term. A sturdy desk chair will endure wear and tear but it doesn’t have to look functional. There are plenty of appealing styles to choose from!
Features of a good choice would address posture, above all. Make sure your desk chair conforms to your body shape. Look for:
Seat height range: ensures the seat doesn’t cut the circulation in your legs
Tension: should give you gentle resistance when you lean back
Tilt: enables you to pivot naturally and simultaneously with the ankles, knees, and hips
Lumbar support: helps you to adapt the height and depth of the chair to your spine
Arms: adjustable height plus inward pivot for keying, outward pivot for mousing, are the cat’s whiskers!
Besides avoiding wear and tear on your own body, you can find features that keep your office looking smart! Check out:
Castors: hard-floor castors come with a thin rubberized coating which prevents floor marring;deep-carpet castors are larger so that you can control the chair more easily
Fabric: choose a fabric that allows air to flow through; you’ll have less body heat build-up and more long-term comfort
So sit down, adjust your seat, and stay awhile!
There are as many dressers to choose from as there are recipes for desserts. There are dozens of top brand names with styles and designs as interesting as tiramisu! When it comes to selecting a dresser, it really depends on your personal taste!
A dresser can be a valuable piece of furniture, a collector’s investment, if crafted by a skilled carpenter using beautiful wood. As a family treasure it gains value when it is passed down through the generations and becomes an antique! Some of the oldest pieces in the antique shops are renowned for their timeless elegance and solid construction.
You may prefer ornate designs to subtle sophistication. Both are lovely! The point is, who is it for? Will it be passed along? Will your teen take it with him when he leaves the family nest? Will it become a grandchild’s dresser?
Stylistically you can choose from single or double dressers with 3, 6, 9, or more drawers. Consider the size of the room it will occupy. Cabinet doors spice up the style and a mirror is a must in the bedroom! Oak, maple, and cherry wood are popular and can be finished in natural hues, golden tones, or deeper ebonies.
Whether you’re a Buckingham prince or a laidback Pacific islander, there’s a dresser for you. Country boy or Manhattan man, take your time when choosing this classic, enduring piece of family furniture.
