4 useful tips for finding more space in the dining room, even when it's on the small size
The larger a home is, the more space can be dedicated to areas such as the dining room: sometimes a dining area can take up an entire room; sometimes it can be shared with areas intended for other functions. In any case, it is useful to have a space to store things, like crockery.
In small homes it is normal to use the dining room for other functions, so having storage solutions that help one avoid a mess developing is important. Let's explore together four ways that interior designers recommend for finding extra space in dining rooms, even small ones - and all without giving up on being stylish.
Take advantage of vertical space
Typically, furniture in the dining room is tall, perhaps even reaching the ceiling, even if we perfer low sideboards, side tables and cabinets that leave space on the wall. However, when the room is not large enough to allow for other options, using tall and narrow furniture can be super-useful and space-saving.
Don't overdo it
It is true that we can use the space on the walls for furniture, but it is best to do so prudently: if you overdo, you can create an oppressive atmosphere. Experts advise that the best thing to do is to find the largest cupboard available (and which will fit) and use this. Once having placed as much as possible in this cupboard, you can consider reverting to putting up a few shelves.
Chests
Storage chests are making a comeback: these chests allow many useful items to be stored in them and they can double-up as seats around a table. When built into table benches, this allows the table to be positioned closer to the wall, saving even more space.
Custom-made furniture
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This is not exactly a tip, but we all know that a custom-made solution best provides for both your space needs and your tastes. So, for example, you might have a custom-made bridge bookcase that frames a doorway (on one side of the room), or a unit that has a chest at the base for extra storage.
It all depends on your needs: the furniture we chose will be driven by what we want to have readily to hand in the living room.
Which solution would work for you?