Whether you have a home or apartment, you can be a little low on space. Small spaces are more manageable, more affordable for most, but they can also be frustrating to decorate because you only have so much to work with. Fortunately, there are a few space-saving tips that transform your small space into a spacious oasis. Learn more about how to open up your home with a few small changes.

When you have limited space in your home, keep the space well-lit. Lighting, with the addition of mirrors, creates the illusion of a larger space. Especially in a multipurpose space, make sure the lighting is bright, there are plentiful lamps, and you can truly open up a small room to be something larger. And, light is much more than actual fixtures that keep your home lit during the darker hours. Try adding soft colors and patterns to your furniture, decor, or walls, such as pale greens, beige, and soft woods. These, combined with great lighting, prove to truly brighten any small space.

Add furniture with extra storage. Fortunately, there are several types of furniture that come with storage, or have the option to come with additional storage space. Start with smaller furniture, such as side tables and ottomans with storage solutions. Keep the remote, magazines, tissue, or phone chargers in one place and out of the way with these small space-saving solutions. Larger multipurpose furniture, such as bookshelves with built-in desks and Murphy beds, are a great way to utilize wall space and save floor space. You can “put away” your kitchen table, and just like that, you have more space.

Save space with shelves. Floating shelves are a great way to utilize wall space and save floor space. As you organizing a small space, you’ll find that shelves are an incredible addition. Especially if you collect books or knick knacks, you can keep these items on a bookshelf or individual shelves to keep them off the floor. To brighten the space, use pale woods and lighter colors or patterns when you purchase shelves.

Renting studio apartments in Irving can come with many great amenities, from being in close proximity to shopping to high-speed WiFi. However, small  spaces have their challenges. Take time to carefully decorate your home in such a way that a small space is much more spacious.