{"id":7069,"date":"2017-01-23T08:27:09","date_gmt":"2017-01-23T08:27:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/?p=7069"},"modified":"2022-03-17T00:55:51","modified_gmt":"2022-03-17T00:55:51","slug":"make-home-living-space-5-quick-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/make-home-living-space-5-quick-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How to make the most of your home living space &#8211; 5 quick tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>So you\u2019ve moved into a property &#8211; congratulations. This can be one of the most exciting times of your life and it\u2019s a huge step to take. After a few months, however, many people start to find that they\u2019re running out of space. This is particularly true for those who work from home, as the space within the property has to double up as an office as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, there are a few tricks that you can keep up your sleeve for when this happens to you. They\u2019re quick, easy, and definitely cheaper than buying a bigger property. Read on to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Open up your communal areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/builder.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7070\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019d be surprised at how cluttered a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/10-tips-on-creating-a-minimalist-living-room-home-buyers-will-love\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">room in your home<\/a> can get, especially when it\u2019s one where everyone gathers on a regular basis! This can mean your living room, but more often than not, it means your kitchen.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can maximise the available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/storage-space-how-to-organize-it\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">space within these areas by making the most of hidden storage.<\/a> For example, a busy sitting room can easily be opened up by adding in an ottoman &#8211; this will double as a seat for guests, as well as a storage area for any books, magazines, and video games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) Consider a garage conversion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve got a garage, the likelihood is that it\u2019s not being used for car storage. It\u2019s much more likely to be full of stuff that\u2019s been banished from the mainstream storage areas within your house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in desperate need of opening up your living spaces, it might be time to get a little ruthless with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/spring-cleaning-earth-friendly-way\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\">spring cleaning.<\/a> Throw out or sell any unnecessary items and think about getting a garage conversion. With the right structural engineer and interior designer, you\u2019ll be able to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.beebyconstruction.co.uk\/garage-conversions\">turn your garage into a multifunctional space<\/a> that the whole family can enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/garage-conversion.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7072\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Think about a loft conversion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the same light as a garage conversion, a loft conversion can be a great way to add an extra room to your property. If you\u2019re not making the most of your loft <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/getting-storage-space-basement\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">storage space,<\/a> it\u2019s going to waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s definitely something to look at as a long-term investment, but a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.touchstonelofts.co.uk\/loft-conversions-berkshire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>loft conversions in Berkshire<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;will give you that added breathing room that your property needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) Give the impression of space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, <a href=\"http:\/\/freshome.com\/2012\/06\/27\/11-clever-ways-to-maximize-space-in-every-room-of-your-home\/\">creating space inside your house<\/a> actually starts from the <em>outside<\/em>. By placing a focus on your property\u2019s landscape gardening and mowing your lawn regularly, you\u2019ll give the illusion of a clean, open, and tidy property on the inside too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/clutter.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7071\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) Tidy your entrance hall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your home\u2019s entrance hall is the first thing that your visitors see when they step food inside. For the sake of first impressions, keep it as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/speed-cleaning-tidy-up-in-20-minutes\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\">clean and tidy<\/a> as possible. You\u2019ll be amazed by the amount of space you can free up by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.huffingtonpost.com\/2014\/03\/06\/small-space-design-ideas-furniture_n_4897071.html\">replacing a shoe rack with a bench<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only will you still be able to store shoes underneath, if you have little ones it\u2019ll give them a place to keep their school bags. Add coat pegs above to make maximum use of the space.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So you\u2019ve moved into a property &#8211; congratulations. 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