A room that is smaller in size doesn't need to feel like a small room. In many older homes and studio or one-bedroom apartments, space can often be at a premium. Fortunately, there are several cost-effective ways of opening up a space and introducing a larger, airier feel. A few of these home remodeling methods are discussed in more detail below.

Home Remodeling Tips to Make a Room Look Bigger

1. Take Down a Wall

Removing a wall doesn't just create a sense of more space; it will give you extra room to work with. Consult your home remodeling professional to identify a wall that can come down and make two rooms into a single larger one. This can be especially helpful for interior rooms that may have few, if any, windows; connecting them to a natural light source will help the space feel even bigger.

2. Optimize Negative Space

In the home remodeling and design world, negative spaces are blank spots in a layout, areas not taken up by furnishings, appliances, artwork, etc. To make a room seem larger, find opportunities to introduce more negative space. In other words, declutter not as a way to get rid of things but as a way to enhance the design of a room. For example, remove knickknacks from an end table and see how it looks with just a single bud vase instead. Or, instead of covering a wall in artwork, hang just one item to bring out the wall's negative space. Little changes like this can have big results.

3. Paint in Natural Colors

Darker paint colors make rooms seem much more confined. Natural colors, like beiges or off-whites, and light pastels reflect the light in the room, which makes the entire space feel larger. Feel free to extend this lighter, more natural color scheme to your furnishings as well, including living room furniture, kitchen cabinetry, and linens and bedding.

4. Raise the Ceiling

Depending on your home design, you may be able to raise the ceiling to give added height and space to a room. One cost-effective way to do this is to install a vaulted ceiling. Vaulted ceilings create instant openness and add further depth and dimension to any space.

Better Built Homes by Bob Hafermann has been offering home remodeling services to the Wood County, WI, area for over 60 years. Whether you need home renovation or an entirely new construction, they have the skill, experience, and reputation to bring your plans to life. They also offer tile and hardwood flooring services, as well as deck building. Call (715) 423-4478 or visit them online to request an estimate.