Small, compact homes offer a level of coziness and comfort not easily replicated in larger properties. When buying a home with less square footage, perfecting the home decor can be a struggle for many homeowners. Fortunately, these three simple tips will help you enhance — not overwhelm — the space for a magazine-worthy finish. 

How to Decorate a Small Home

1. Clear the Floor

Visual breaks in an area make the perceived square footage less than is present. With a small home, you need to access as much observable space as possible. To achieve this feat, try to avoid furnishings that sit directly on the floor.

Instead, opt for floating shelving and furniture with legs. Minimizing the optical disruptions allows you to take advantage of the area you do have without sacrificing functionality.  

2. Add Mirrors

Windows help extend the visual width of a room. In rooms with limited natural light sources, adding additional windows isn't in the budget for most homeowners. Thankfully, you can affordably replicate the effect by using mirrors. The simple feature helps bounce light around and remove a visual boundary.

For optimal impact, utilize multiple mirrors throughout a space by blending them in with your decor. For example, you can place them within your gallery wall layout to achieve the impact without making them a focal point. 

3. Limit Color Selection

After buying a home, switching up the color palette is one of the first steps for most owners. Yet, it's important to remember that multiple elements create a sense of chaos, which visually shrinks a room. For that reason, stick with only two or three colors, but make sure they have complementary undertones.

In small homes, it's usually best to carry the same color palette throughout to create a cohesive finish.  However, limiting color doesn't mean you have to stick to neutrals. It's perfectly fine to choose bold or even dark colors, just create a balance of light by adding extra lighting and mirrors. 

Whether large or small, buying a home in the Red Wing, MN, area is a rewarding process when you have the help of Lawrence Realty, Inc. Since 1948, the local real estate agents have dedicated themselves to the needs of home buyers and sellers across Goodhue County and the surrounding areas. Find your dream home today by browsing their online real estate listings, and request personalized assistance today at (651) 388-4745.