Architect Carina Dal Fabbro explains how to exploit every inch of a small apartment to have a comfortable and functional home
Compact apartments are a reality in the real estate market, however, if in the past little space was synonymous with a cramped house, with little storage space and the feeling that something was missing, the architect Carina From the Blacksmithmanager of the office that bears his name, says this perception is in the past.
“Design and good ideas implemented in a coherent context can bring about amazing transformations,” he says.
Check out the tips that help small apartment owners complete their mission to have their own home:
1. Light colors provide spaciousness in the apartment
For the architect, the bet on clear tones, whether on the walls, the floor or the furniture, is common sense in interior design. But there is no shortage of reasons to take this provision literally. “The inclusion of stronger colors can appear a bit lump sum into the decorative details, adding a very cool charm to the decor,” he analyses.
2. Small kitchen – versatility with appliances and utensils
Corridor kitchens are common in small apartments and cupboards can be the villain if they are over-placed.
“A narrow wall can hold shelves or a wardrobe with niches and drawers, being a great project option. I also recommend not adopting large appliances so that the spaces are filled in a coherent way”, evaluates Carina.
“I appreciate versatile furnitureas they help us in the task of optimizing spaces”, underlines Carina. She also suggests the use of tables and stools with logs, oven with microwave and tap with built-in filter, excellent for small environments.
3. Bet on niches
The niches are practical elements that help in the use of a wall or even a surplus. They are therefore fundamental pieces for the design of small spaces.
4. Smart carpentry
Smart joinery follows the specific needs of the place to be installed and can offer multiple functions for the resident.
5. Less is more
Instead of filling the entire wall with a large sofa, the decision for a minor model contributed to the idea of offering a larger circulation area in the living room. The detail was due to the two colors on the wall.
6. Organization with shelves
Every inch counts in a small apartment, and an efficient way to do it increase the available space is to use the walls to store things.
“There are a variety of raised furniture, such as shelves, that can be installed on the walls to store things and free up floor space. In addition, the walls can be used to hang pictures, mirrors and other decorative items, making the room more welcoming and customized,” he concludes.
Source: Terra
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