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A significant chapter of my life recently closed as we bid farewell to our childhood home. You read that right! My family bought a new pad in the same town. The first few phases of our move are the most exciting ones. Starting from scratch, we have the ability to make our home feel like a serene haven. We are purposefully displaying pieces that evoke strong memories for us.

Whether you are crossing through the same transition or are planning to redecorate your flat, one thing that can restrict us is our budget. Do not give up on your Pinterest dreams just yet! You can still create a luxurious looking flat by playing with textures and by adding essential elements. Here are some useful tips:

#1: SHOWCASE INEXPENSIVE PIECES OF ART

If there is one thing that I learned from my obsession with home makeover shows, it is that you can transform a blank frame into an effortless artwork. You may purchase inexpensive frames at IKEA Singapore (e.g., 3-piece RIBBA for S$11.90). Craft your masterpiece by framing artificial flowers, by making wire art, or by taking black and white photographs. Add accents to a plain frame by painting the sides gold.

#2: ADD CRYSTALLIZED TOUCHES

Nothing shouts luxury more than sparkling crystals. A chandelier is inessential and expensive so, opt for a collection of crystal pieces. This type of decor is helpful for smaller spaces as the transparency adds dimension. Furthermore, the reflective quality of fine crystals interplay with the flow of natural light. Grab an affordable crystal fruit bowl at Lazada Singapore. Or, you may bargain hunt at the nearby Cash Converter.

#3: DECLUTTER YOUR SPACE

There is truth to the statement: “less is more”. While some may think that adding more decorations or ornaments to a room can boost its perceived value, that is not usually the case. An overaccessorized room can appear messy and overwhelming. Consider decluttering your space by only retaining the pieces that have sentimental value to you.

#4: EVOKE CLASS AND LUXURY

If your preference may lean towards elegant European furniture and your wallet screams classic IKEA, opt for luxurious-looking finishes and upholstery. I am referring to metallic furniture and accessories. Experiment with gold (or rose gold) and copper pieces. For instance, IKEA sells a gold-colored lamp for S$9.90 and a gold-colored bowl for S$25.90.

#5: PLAY WITH LAYERS

Popular feeds in Instagram are filled with pleasing layouts that feature well-edited layers of objects. You can apply the same idea to your home by creating vignettes on your vanity or your coffee table. Vignettes are groups of various objects that tell a story. A matchbox may seem like rubbish, but it shines when you pair it with seashells and other souvenir items from your travels. Your guests will surely notice the textiles and fascinating pieces on your furniture. Be ready to share your stories!

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Flats ranging from 45 to 110 square meters are popular among the Singaporean masses. These spaces may be considered as tiny to some people. But, small is highly subjective (besides my height). Making your space livable comes down on how well you can divide the function of your rooms or how well you can store your things.

On that note, here are 5 Entirely Free Ways To Maximize Your Small Flat:

USE A TRUNK

Avoid spending hundreds of dollars on a bedside or coffee table by using an old trunk. Ask your mother and other relatives if they have a trunk to spare. A trunk not only provides an additional storage space, but it also acts as a neat conversation starter.

It is recommended to place the trunk in the living room or in an accessible area. Put all your DVD collection, magazines, console controllers, and games inside the trunk. This way, you do not have to “flip your home” when the guests arrive.

CREATE VISUAL DISTRACTIONS

Visual distractions give off an illusion of bigger space. Welcome the beaming rays of the sun by keeping the curtains open. Then, you may disrupt the unified order of your furniture by fixing them diagonally. The diagonal order can help to make room for more.

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INCREASE THE USE OF YOUR SPACE

Until you can realistically afford a spacious flat, you must mold your rooms to a variety of purposes. Your clutter-free dining table can double as a home office. While, your living room can transform into a play area for your children. Do not forget to store the toys in a single box after using it.

KEEP EVERYTHING CLEAN

In contrast with massive spaces, you can easily notice the clutter exposed in smaller spaces. Why is this so? For starters, you can discretely put away your unwanted items in various shelves. You cannot do that with limited spaces!

Smaller spaces take less time to clean. That is the upside! Get things in order by allocating at least one hour each week. Make this an automatic cleaning regimen so, you can have the rest of your time to relax.

OPT FOR MONOCHROMATIC

Say your next stage in renovation is choosing the colors of your walls. Consider the underlying mechanics of Color Psychology. Unified color scheme helps to maximize your space as it creates a relatively “open” look. When your walls are divided by several colors, people can easily spot the “start” and “end”. Thus, consistency conceals the limited space.

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