Tiny, petite, little, bijou, compact, mini – there are many words to describe the growing trend for small-space living. But whether the decision to downsize is driven by a change in lifestyle, tighter finances, a commitment to reduce one’s building footprint or simply a desire to declutter and simplify, small does not mean less.
As our featured homeowners demonstrate, limited floor space is no barrier to creativity and style. And although there are certain “rules” to create an illusion of spaciousness, many of the homes we showcase this month prove that art, ceramics, bold colour and plants all have their place in beautiful interiors, regardless of room size. The trick is to curate objects carefully and get clever with storage and furniture.
While we’re on the subject of creative uses for old…
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Haven (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 2022