How to Maximize Space in Small Living Rooms

Sometimes, when moving into a new home or studio apartment, the living space is smaller than expected. When this happens, you’ll have to carefully consider the layout of the space, ensuring there is enough room for all the furniture you need. At King’s Impressions, our skilled craftsmen make stunning furniture that will complement any space, large or small. With us, you’ll be able to create a functional living space with all the necessary furniture. Below, we’ll show you how to maximize space in small living rooms. 

Use Corner Bookshelves for Storage 

Bookshelves for storage draw the eye upward, giving the illusion of additional floor space. With a corner bookshelf, you can easily tuck it away in an empty corner so it doesn’t take up as much space as a normal bookshelf. They’re also a great way to organize your clutter, as a clean living room appears much larger. Store books, tchotchkes, family pictures, souvenirs, and more in a corner bookshelf for a cleaner look. 

Find Coffee Tables with Extra Storage

A great way to save space in a small living room is to use double-purpose furniture, which reduces the number of items you need to purchase. Coffee tables are necessary furniture for a living room to place drinks, food, etc., on, so they don’t get on the upholstery. Find a coffee table that offers extra storage, either with a drawer or cabinets, like our Kascade Coffee Table with Drawer. This will provide extra storage space for remotes, chargers, magazines, and more. You could also use a round coffee table to create circular traffic flow, giving the appearance of a larger space. If your living space needs to double as an office space, get a lift-top coffee table that will easily convert into a dedicated workspace. 

Use a Corner Sofa 

Using an L-shaped sofa in the corner of your living room can make the rest of the room feel more open. It allows you to have an optimal seating arrangement in a smaller space. Our Mission Sofa Sectional offers ample, comfortable seating space, and one of the seats can be flipped down to give you a cup holder. If the living room is too small for a sectional, you could also use two loveseats instead of one large sofa to give you the seating options you need, but they can be rearranged to fit your layout.

Move Things Away From The Wall 

Pushing all the furniture against the wall can make a room feel bulky and more like a hallway. Place furniture slightly away from the wall, towards the center of the room, to make it appear more open. This will create depth in the space and form walking paths that make more sense. Moving things away from the wall makes the space look more inviting and improves conversational flow. It will also prevent moisture damage, as placing your furniture flush against an exterior wall can restrict airflow and cause mold growth. 

Use Decor to Create the Illusion of Space

Minimal decor will help make a small living room look larger. Using one large art piece will make a statement, creating a focal point to bring the eye to one spot. Make sure the room’s colors, patterns, and style all match to make the space feel unified. If it isn’t, the space could feel busier and cramped. We recommend using light, airy colors, with one statement piece to bring everything together. 

Mirrors

Mirrors will reflect natural light, making the space appear larger. Use a mix of both floor and wall mirrors to create an illusion of a more open room. For maximum light reflection, we recommend placing mirrors on walls opposite windows. 

Open Furniture Makes Rooms Feel Larger

Use furniture with exposed legs and open frames instead of skirts, which will allow light to pass through, creating the illusion of more open space. These pieces normally have a smaller profile, taking up less space, so the living room doesn’t feel as cramped. Generally, more contemporary furniture will have these features. We recommend browsing our Greenfield and Urbana collections to find open furniture pieces. 

Find Living Room Furniture with King’s Impressions 

King’s Impressions has all you need to furnish a new home or apartment. No matter how small or large your space is, we’ll have the ideal piece that will increase functionality and comfort for your living room. Check out our living room collections of traditional, modern, and contemporary furniture pieces that will look great in any home. If you have any questions, contact us today.