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anyway's ..we just bought a 2 Bd condo and would LOVE to hear your ideas of decorating a small condo ..( Small areas made to look Bigger ) ... Again, Thanks for all the great replies

Answer 1

Lighter Hues
If you love light and airy colors, then you'll love they way they also help small spaces feel just a bit larger. Cool colors like blue and green will also add to the effect.

Go Monochromatic
Think soothing tone-on-tone for paint techniques, fabrics, and patterns. Cream and white, icy blues, pale greens, and butter yellows are just a few of the combinations that can open up a small room.

Eliminate Obstructions
The farther you can see into, and through, a space, the larger and more open it will seem. Whenever possible arrange furnishings to open up areas of floor and avoid blocking views to windows and doors. Low benches, ottomans, and armless chairs are one way to accomplish this.

Match Furniture to Wall Color
Are your walls pale golden yellow? If so then you might want to consider painting some of the furniture to match. Even large chests and armoires will begin to melt into the background when finished in a color that's close to the wall tone. Add tone-on-tone stencil details to doors for added interest.

Bring in More Light
Banish room-darkening shadows by uncovering windows and adding additional light fixtures. Consider cove lighting, uplights, rope lights, bookshelf lights, and any other of the myriad of light fixtures available

Mirrored Surfaces
Add sparkle and reflection with mirrors. While a framed mirror is a traditional look over a mantle or sideboard, you might consider a more innovative approach like setting an oversize mirror on the floor leaning against a wall (be sure to attach it to the wall securely however, and just pull the bottom of the mirror away from the wall a few inches). A mirror table topper is another great way to add some shine to a plain or skirted table. Very simple furniture shapes like square tables or chests can be completely mirrored by a professional glass shop.
Glass and Lucite
Bring in some see-through style by using glass or lucite tables. They'll provide useful surfaces as dining or end tables, yet practically disappear in a visual perception of the room.

Sheer Fabrics
Look for filmy, gauzy fabrics for window treatments and tablecloths. These lighter-than-air fabrics let the light shine through while adding softness and personality to a space. Look also for patterns that range from flowers and vines that exude romance to straightforward stripes and plaids to give sheers a more tailored look.

Larger Pieces and Accessories
Reduce visual clutter by using fewer, larger pieces of furniture and accessories. Simple lines and shapes can also help to bring a sense of calm and open space into your room.

Plain Upholstery
Emphasize a sense of space by covering sofas and chairs with plain or textured upholstery rather than vibrant prints. Neutral tones in lighter colors will usually make a room feel larger, yet if these aren't your style then use plain or textured upholstery in colors you love -- perhaps sage green or

Answer 2

Always use lighter colors - dark colors shrink a room. Trim around windows and doors should be lighter than the walls or the same color as the walls, not darker. If you have two rooms opening onto each other, use the same color in both to give a feeling of flowing from one space to another. If the ceilings are low, paint the ceiling the same or a slightly lighter shade than the wall. Also, avoid, heavy and/or dark cutains. I live in an older house with small rooms and have trouble finding furniture for them because many stores carry predominantly over-sized furniture for the new McMansions going up every. Be mindful of furniture size, nothing massive. Also, be sure to position furniture in a way that will not force you to side step through a room, or make the room look like a furniture store with something covering every bit of the wall.

Answer 3

Light base colors with a punch of accent color from a rug or chair, painting, anything that you love to look at. Smaller scale furniture as opposed to huge sectional sofas..:) Don't get a huge anything, tv, stereo, whatever, it will take over, like Godzilla! LOL

My daughter just did her small 2 bedroom house, turned out cute cute cute, and we did the smallest wall in the kitchen chocolate brown, white everything else and blue china accents. Light gray in the living room dining room with red accents from pillows and a 5x8 rug, turned out very pretty and looks very spacious.

Answer 4

Light colors, area rugs, bright light, any form of french lighting (the term french lighting usually implies making a place look bigger), smaller furniture placed compactly. Also, don't be afraid to knock down or put up a wall!

Answer 5

Oprah had a few shows about small-space makeovers. Here are a few links with some tips and ideas for your condo :)

Answer 6

you shouldn't paint your walls dark colors because they make the room feel smaller.

Answer 7

mirrors! windows...light...dont clutter...use space saving technology like flat screen tv....more light...either warm or bold colors....and mirrors!

Answer 8

http://web.hgtv.com/hgtv/web/searchResults?Show=HSSBS%23Small+Space%2C+Big+Styl...&searchType=EpisodeTopic&searchString=Enter+Topic&WeekNumber=+&x=15&y=9