Have you ever felt like your home was lacking space? Maybe a small corner could be put to better use? If you have the DIY bug, then consider some of these home projects to maximize your space.
Firstly, why not make the most of the vertical space? A good way to do this is to add shelves. You don’t need a professional carpenter or any specialist tools. Measure your wall, buy the necessary brackets and wood, and voila – you have yourself a shelf. You also make sure to maximize the storage space in cabinets and cupboards. Consider adding stackable drawers in the kitchen cupboards or bathroom cabinets.
In addition, think about how you can make existing furniture more multi-functional. A great way is to add a folding table or desk in the house, which when not in use can be folded up and put away. Similarly, by adding hooks, you can hang items out of the way without having to find a place to store them.
Moreover, when it comes to tucking away clothing and bedding, go for a chest of drawers with collapsible drawers. This type of furniture fits in many places, and when not in use, you can easily collapse the drawers, making it much easier to move or store away, and minimizing the use of space.
Alternatively, storage solutions don’t always need to be furniture. Creative storage solutions are not only functional, but can also be interesting and stylish. Baskets hung on a wall or mounted beneath shelves can provide extra storage. If your space allows for it, consider boxes or wall mounted compartments that can act as additional storage for items such as throws or shoe boxes. And if you’re a crafter, you may want to think about upcycling an old ladder into a craft or storage station.
Finally, let your creativity run wild with art. Hang wall art or posters to create a unique look while also maximizing the vertical space. Here you can make use of stands or bookshelves to prop up larger items. Or look for something with multiple frames so you can include several photographs or prints at the same time.
You don’t necessarily require a lot of money, or to hire a professional to maximize your space. With some creative thinking and planning, DIY home projects can liven up the home while saving space.
In addition, you may want to explore some furniture hacks. Many of the furniture pieces you already have can be made multi-functional by upcycling them. Add hinges or a message board to the back of a sofa or chair, or turn an old vintage bookshelf into a mini-cupboard. You can also replace the legs on a table to create a storage space underneath – and you can make any piece of furniture a folding one with some basic tools and hardware.
Moreover, think of clever ways to use accessories and decorations in a confined space. Place small items like potted plants and other decorative pieces on top of furniture or hang decorative plates and art pieces from the ceiling to draw attention away from the cramped environment.
You can also take advantage of bookshelves and bookcases to make the room look grabbed. By storing books horizontally in short bookshelf, you can create more space and make use of the bookcase walls to create pocket storage.
Continuing with the storage theme, make use of unexpected objects such as a hanging shoe rack, magazine holders, and small, floating shelves to store small items.
Lastly, invest in sturdy and stackable chairs, especially for smaller areas. When not in use, simply stack them against a wall and open up the rest of the room.
Feel free to be as creative as you please.Adapting existing furniture or adding creative storage solutions to your home will help you make use of the most of the space that you have available. Who knew being creative with DIY projects could make your home both a functional and stylish place?