Not everyone needs to live in a huge mansion — in fact, there are plenty of people that do just fine living in a smaller space. While living in a small apartment offers many benefits (including reduced housing prices), there’s no denying that the limited space can sometimes make interior design work a challenge. As the team at Furniture Classics in Anchorage, AK notes, however, following a few design best practices can ensure you get more out of your space.

Use the following tips to maximize your available living area:

• Do Your Homework: The last thing any apartment dweller needs is to purchase a piece of living room furniture that takes up too much space — or worse yet, doesn’t even fit through the front door. Take careful measurements of your room so you can have a good idea of how much space a furniture piece will take up when you go shopping. Don’t forget to measure doors and hallways where you’ll be transporting the furniture.
• Focus on Your Routine: Do you work from home, or is your apartment simply a place to rest and recover at the end of a long day? Consider how you will use your apartment on a daily basis when deciding on your furnishings and layout. Understanding your daily needs will make it easier to know how you should prioritize furniture purchases and other interior design decisions.
• Multi-Use: When space is limited, you simply can’t afford to let several large items to take up your entire apartment. Multi-use furniture pieces (like a coffee table that can double as a mini bookshelf) are often essential to conserve space. Also, don’t be afraid to use vertical space for shelving, lighting, or decorating!

Do you need help furnishing your house or apartment? With a great selection of quality furniture made in the United States, you’ll have no trouble finding something that’s the perfect fit for your interior design needs at Furniture Classics. To learn more about what this furniture store has to offer, visit them online or call (907) 278-6844.