At first glance, it may seem like small spaces are nothing more than a headache for architects. However, even the smallest spaces can be used to create a unique and innovative design; in this article, we’ll share some creative architecture ideas perfect for designing a small space. They’re very useful!
Just like in any design, one of the first and most important steps is to create a priority list. What is absolutely essential for interior design? What are the key pieces that we should include? What elements would we like to have, but aren’t 100% necessary? Once you’ve created this list, it’s time to decide what the final result of your space will look like, be it a bedroom, living room, or entire house. The most important thing is having a clear vision and working on it to execute it perfectly.
Here are five small interior design ideas to make the most of each inch of your space:
A Clutter-Free Space
There’s nothing that grabs attention more than mess and loose cords, especially in small spaces. One way to hide these bothersome elements is to collect the cables in boxes, if hiding them in the wall isn’t an option. Painting the cables or the box the same color as the wall is also helpful for making them blend in and contributing to a cleaner space.
In small homes, it’s more important than ever before to ensure that everything has its place. Eliminate disorder and maintain only the necessary, making smart decisions when choosing furniture.
Multi-Purpose Furniture
This is probably the article’s most important piece of advice. When we’re thinking of modern architecture and interior design, we can’t afford the luxury of choosing solely beautiful furniture; we have to choose pieces that are essential in the space and that also serve multiple purposes.
Try using a chair as a nightstand; use benches as kitchen storage and canopy beds that fold into the wall. The pieces you choose won’t just serve their original purpose; they will also help cover another need. It’s a way to optimize the space and take advantage of furniture and household appliance versatility.
Using the Entire Space
One of the most common challenges facing designers is fitting everything that’s needed in the room without it seeming messy or overcrowded. In addition, many interior designers and architects forget that they can use the entire space, including walls and ceilings.
Floating shelves, wall-mounted TVs and hanging lamps don’t just free up floor space that you can fill with other things; they also draw the gaze upwards and create the sensation of a bigger and wider room.
Choose the Right Colors
Choosing the right colors is another essential part of any good interior design idea. Dark colors can make the room seem smaller than it really is; lighter colors and even white can help illuminate the room and bring attention to the ceiling, creating the illusion of a wide space. And if you use sustainable materials, it’s even better.
Use natural light so that the space seems even more inviting; strategically place dining tables or desks near windows that receive lots of light to take advantage of this light and improve your well-being and mood.
Make it Unique
Our last piece of advice may be hard to put into practice, but it’s what will make your home or studio complete. Each space is different and we’re sure that yours has a unique corner or nook that is waiting to be transformed. Look for corners and put custom-made benches there or build a work/study space in available spaces. Substitute the traditional rectangular dining table for a circular one and use a foldable desk that can also serve as a shelf.
There’s no limit when it comes to creative architecture ideas, even in small spaces. At Garnica, we have a wide range of different kinds of plywood panels that can help your construction reach new limits. For example, our Fireshield Building product range offers an exceptional resistance to fire, thanks to its innovative treatment. It’s a stable, uniform, lightweight and easy to mechanize panel created from fast-growing, sustainably-managed European plantations.
Get in touch with us and we’ll help you choose the best materials to bring life into your projects, taking advantage of every last inch of the space and creating inviting and unique spaces.
