Small Space Blues

So you have a case of the small space blues? Dont worry, follow these quick and easy tips to utilize the most of your space and how La Maison furniture could be the best fit for your trendy smaller spaces.Whether its with a great book, favorite dinner or that special someone, a small space shouldn’t keep you from making it one of the best rooms in your home. And with the right utilization of space, it could be the best room! in your Scottsdale home.

simple large mirrorWant to give the illusion of more space? Choose a focal point. Small rooms with limited light feel stuffy, but adding mirrors will do wonders.This is one of the easiest tricks in the book, and always makes a big impact. Not only will there be a main focus to the space but it gives dimension to walls that would otherwise appear flat. Place a mirror across from a window for maximum impact; using natural light always works to open up a space as well. La Maison’s Accessories Collection has a beautiful array of mirrors to choose from, whether you want a light and neutral look or a curvy, romantic feel. Try centering one of La Maisons loveseats under a piece of art or flanked by matching side tables and lamps, because as you may know from our previous blogs that light is a luxurious necessity in every room.

FullSizeRender 2Downsize your furniture. There is more to filling a space than huge sofas and bulky chairs and tables. Use appropriate sized pieces for the space, because they are just as trendy and can be make your home just as luxurious. Our Old World Collection has an antique feel that utilizes smaller pieces for a sleek and smaller fit. Ask our designers about slimmed down love seat or a petite sofa to for your Scottsdale home. For an airy look, try a sofa or seat with exposed legs and clean lines.

FullSizeRenderTake advantage of multifunctional furniture. Like the guests of a summer potluck, every piece of furniture should earn its keep. By this we mean that in a small room every piece could serve multiple purposes so your space doesn’t feel cluttered. Think of using ottomans as coffee tables or even extra seating for your guests. Use floor throw pillows with a neutral summer pattern as a seating option as well as decoration; by doing this you could turn your space into a chic and modern lounging space to catch up with friends and family.

Decorating a small space requires savvy ideas La Maison’s talented team of interior designers are more than happy to help create. We love tackling spaces that seem virtually impossible to arrange. Remember, the key to a small space is focal points and choosing luxury furniture that has a purpose. Avoid oversized sofas and chairs, and consider smaller scale, more sophisticated modern luxury furniture. Shop our showroom in Scottsdale, AZ this week.