The one thing to remember about having a home extension is that it can only be as big as the space you have allows. Whilst some people can add a wide extension to their home, a more narrow space limits others.
The good news is that just because you only have a narrow home extension doesn’t mean you have to give up on it is a useful add-on to your home. You just need to know how best to maximise the space that you have.
To help you, we have put together some of our top tips on how you can make sure that you maximise the space that you have in your narrow home extension.
Add a feature point
Distraction works wonders when you have a narrow space in your home. One great way to do this is to choose a feature point that instantly draws the eye to it. You can do this in a variety of ways. Some choose a larger piece of furniture, such as a bold statement coffee table. Others have a piece of eye-catching wall art on display.
Having this one oversized item makes sure that everyone is thinking about how great it looks rather than how narrow the room is.
Trick the eye
The wallpaper that you choose for your space is another way that you can make it appear wider. Certain prints, when carried on from wall to wall, will trick your eyes into thinking that those walls all merge into one, giving the illusion of more space.
Coordinate
Another way that you can try to trick the eyes into thinking that your space is one big flowing room is have furniture that perfectly coordinates with the wall colour. This can take some time, but it is worthwhile if you worry that your extension is too narrow.
Break down the space
You may think that compartmentalising the extension that you have is going to make it look even narrower. But the truth is that it can really help to make it appear wider. When you have a division between the spots in your room, you are giving each one a purpose; this can even give you the feeling that you have two separate rooms and more space.
Hide storage away
It goes without saying that storage is a must in any extension in your home. However, storage can take up the room without you realising it. This means that you need to be as clever as you can with your storage and use.
Find ways to hide it away, make use of the trickier spots in your extension, or choose multi-purpose furniture. You won’t have to worry about your narrow space feeling cramped and imposing.
As you can see, all hope is not lost when you have a narrow extension. You just need to think smart about your space and make sure that you have a useful add-on to your home that you will be glad you have built.
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