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5 multifunctional items that are perfect for small space homes

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Skip to main contentMany of us are finding ourselves living in small space homes, in some cases because of simple financial realities and in other cases because of a desire to live more simply. But we still need storage space and the strategies here can be used to create it.The more freely you can move around your home, the larger the space between your four walls will feel. A clever way to do this is with multifunctional furniture and fixtures: retractable or extendable table surfaces that disappear when you don’t need them, or a work surface that doubles as a bench. There are countless possibilities for using multifunctional furniture. The aim here is to make the most of the space without making it feel smaller or crowded. Storage space also plays a key role. The solution for this could be as simple as a new nightstand. These design statements not only provide plenty of unobtrusive storage space, they also help to create an open and uncluttered environment.Yes, you can live in style in a micro-apartment, with the living room, kitchen, and sleeping area all in one room by creating clearly defined zones characterised by a combination of neutral and bright colours. Here, the architecture and interiors team of Dax I placed the bed in an alcove, so it is enclosed on three sides. This creates a cosy retreat. In addition, the custom-made bed contains an extension with large drawers that can also be used as a bench. This trick not only creates storage space, but it also defines the sleeping area and highlights it as its own zone.Also read: 5 small space homes that use unique&nbsp;partition designs to demarcate a chic foyerWith a simple fold, pull, and turn, this kitchen can be restored to a tidy appearance. And there’s room for croissants, lattes, and even a magical blue glow. In this small flat, the dining table unfolds to become a pop-up piece of furniture. When not in use, it is completely out of the way. In addition, bright colour accents create distinct zones: A strong blue marks the dining area, a soft peach tone dominates the kitchenette, and the small bathroom is presented in neutral white with a door that is mirrored on both sides. It’s a charming effect that almost makes you forget the bathroom’s small size.In this 592-square-foot flat, the fixtures and furniture were custom-designed, avoiding hard corners and edges in favour of flowing shapes. The elongated built-in furniture is made of brushed oak that has been lightly stained to appear warm in a delicately restrained way. Wood with pronounced annual rings was deliberately chosen to create an expressive pattern. The long and narrow shape creates a separate but open area. The custom-made piece of furniture flows through the room and integrates a sofa, storage space, and a long dining table.There are several ingenious room dividers here: The first is an eight-metre-long wardrobe made of walnut, which separates the bedroom from the living area. In the kitchen, the island worktop is made of an ultra-compact quartz in white. The island serves as a kitchen worktop on one side and a bench on the other, creating a smooth transition to the living area. Instead of separating kitchen and living room, this unit creates continuity with the living room. The kitchen is at once a space for dining, working, and entertaining, all made possible by a multifunctional room divider.Also read: This 1,000-square-foot Pune house uses colour to add fluidity to the spaceThere is a lot to discover in this small space homes. When the French-based Interiorstudio Batiik&nbsp;approached the project, they realised the partition wall had to go and a space-saving, chic piece of furniture was needed that made the most of the limited space. Their solution was to design a room cube that houses the bed, wardrobe, and bathroom and is connected to the kitchenette. Using warm oak wood and matt black Nanotech, the interior designers went to work and came up with an elegant solution that unites the most important human needs in a common box and gives the rest of the room some space to breathe—and the owner enough room to spread out.Most Popular5 inspiring ways to give a small kitchen a big personalityIf you are in search of inspiration as you imagine how you might redesign your compact kitchen, take a look at five of our favourite small kitchen designs.5 small space homes that use unique&nbsp;partition designs to demarcate a chic foyerFrom organic wall extensions to playfully stacked cubes, these clever partition ideas carve out stylish foyers in small homes.AD Small Spaces: Elegance lies in the simplicity of this 700-square-foot Mumbai homeJitendra Parmar and Dhwani Shah of Design Poetry discuss their vision for creating an abode that is both warm and quintessentially India modern.Step into this colourful 1,700-square-foot Navi Mumbai homeEnvisioned by Vcreate Designs, this bright Navi Mumbai home is a reflection of its spirited owners.

Skip to main contentMany of us are finding ourselves living in small space homes, in some cases because of simple financial realities and in other cases because of a desire to live more simply. But we still need storage space and the strategies here can be used to create it.The more freely you can move around your home, the larger the space between your four walls will feel. A clever way to do this is with multifunctional furniture and fixtures: retractable or extendable table surfaces that disappear when you don’t need them, or a work surface that doubles as a bench. There are countless...

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