Small Space Design Ideas

It requires a grocery store staple.

You’re going to love cozying up in these small-space-friendly finds.

Whether you're looking to economize space in the workplace or an at-home office, selecting a functional and stylish desk is a must, and these options are perfect for small spaces.

Do you have a little wall in your home? Usually two or three feet wide, they’re often the transition space between two rooms and they’re often not used for much of anything. Here are six examples of smart and stylish ways to use them in your home to add more function and more beauty. A small wall becomes a spot to store mail and papers, display cards, and hold other accessories.

Since Europeans have mastered the art of living small and Parisians are some of the most stylish people in the world, it stands to reason that Paris would be a bountiful source for small space inspiration. And it is. Hardly a week goes by where I don’t find another impossibly beautiful tiny space, chock full of clever and elegant solutions for living well with less. Here are four of my favorites. Want to see more of these spaces? Click the links in the descriptions!

What better way to get inspiration for your small space then looking at other small spaces done well? Here are 15 NYC apartments from our house tours that are small on space, but big on style. TOP ROW 1. Oliver & Sherrie’s Mini Bronx Loft, 525 square feet 2. Evan’s Modern & Cozy Manhattan Studio, 295 square feet 3. James’ Beautifully Handcrafted Apartment in Clinton Hill, 540 square feet 4. Joey and Antoni’s Brooklyn Charmer, 600 square feet 5.

The corners of our homes often go overlooked and underutilized, but, especially if you’re short on space, stake a claim on this space with some corner shelves. It’s an idea you can truly use anywhere in your home to gain storage or to put some of your collections or art on display. Here are a trove of inspiration photos from different rooms around the home showing off how serviceable and attractive corner shelves can be.

Inquiring sleepers want to know.

Bite-sized gyms that pack a punch.

They’re calling it the “smartest tiny house.”

We love a good nook.

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It all boils down to what you do with the space.

It makes my kitchen actually functional.

These small spaces pack a lot of personality and functionality.

A spa-like space, no matter the size.

Which do you prefer?

A wise furniture splurge will take you far.

No sinks, shared bathrooms, and more.

Apartment dwellers will want to bookmark this page ASAP.

It's time to get creative with these tricks that will help you fit a dining area in even the smallest of living spaces.

Win the ultimate prize in no-entryway-Jenga: a functional and attractive place to drop your stuff when you get home. Here are some of our best ideas.

Form meeting function has never been better.

Most people's knee jerk reaction is to douse the room with as much white as possible to make it feel bigger and more airy. But that rule doesn't always ring true.

Whether you have a studio apartment or a five-bedroom home, sometimes there just aren’t walls where you need them to be. But going for a full-on reno is pricey to say the least, or if you’re renting, not an option at all. Room dividers are a great way to break up your space and can also double as décor, even in a small bedroom or small living room. Your options include folding dividers, curtains, large bookcases as room dividers, and more.

It’s giving champion-worthy decor ideas.

This Small/Cool Contest category winner seriously *works*.

And you’ll want to visit ASAP.

“Look at what Rory Gilmore turned down.”

The tiny lifestyle entails living with less, but it can still be luxurious.

When you’re small-space living, every square inch counts.

We can’t wait to see which space takes home the grand prize.

It’s hard to believe that a place so cozy is actually located under a rail line.

And it starts at $10!

You can live just like the cast of “Tiny House Nation.”

Designers agree that double-duty items and clever repurposing are your small-space best friends.

Fake it ‘til you make it.

These tables bring big style to the tiniest of spaces.

An interior designer sketches up four super smart solutions for fitting a pair of twin beds into room shapes that could prove difficult.

Borrow inspiration from these great spaces chock-full of design ideas and small space solutions.

We dream of dozing away in one of these charming, tucked-away sleeping spots.

8 ways to brighten things up.

You already know about storage beds, but have you thought about a storage sofa?

If you’ve ever dreamed of packing up a camper van and spending some time on the open road, one couple has plenty of design inspiration to help you live out your free-spirit dreams.

You’ll rest easy in these workspace-bedroom hybrids — I promise!

See the KALLAX as you haven’t seen it before.

These clever ideas are all designed to maximize a storage-deprived space — no matter how little square footage you're working with.

Are you living with a tiny kitchen? And thinking that means no space to actually eat in your kitchen? Think again! Here are a handful of ideas and products that might just make an eat-in kitchen possible for you. 1. If you are short on space, get creative on where a table and chairs might go. Why not consider creating a window seat as in the kitchen shown above, from Studio Oink via The Style Files… 2. …or quite literally making one out of a window and a couple of seats… 3.