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Small homes often inspire big ideas when it comes to creating extra space. The amount of square footage no longer determines the amount of style possibilities for your home.

Here are some space-saving ideas that not only make more room, but also make a statement.

Stair Drawers

The first space saving solution is one that is hidden in plain sight. These average-looking stairs are anything but. Each step pulls out to reveal a secret drawer. Stair drawers are an extremely clever use of space. They are sleek and functional and can hide belongings that may have otherwise cluttered hallways and floors into neatly-concealed drawers inside your staircase. That’s definitely a step in the right direction.

The Sofa Bunk Bed

Luckily, we have come a long way since the days of the Futon.

Futon – An extremely uncomfortable sofa that turns into an even more uncomfortable bed. 

Now, we have transforming furniture that is comfortable, stylish and multi-layered. The sofa bunk bed is a chic-looking sofa that quickly turns into a chic-looking bunk bed. That means two of your favourite guests can spend the night instead of just one.

The Murphy Bed

Got a small basement but still have overnight guests you need to put somewhere?  No problem.  These brilliant Airbnb hosts found a perfect solution to their 300 square foot small space challenge.  This practical and comfy Murphy Bed folds upright to create a beautiful, rustic, barnboard accent wall.

The Clever Laundry Room 

Does your mud room double as a laundry room? Many of us have cramped quarters for doing laundry, but here is simple yet brilliant idea to help you with clothes drying space that is also cost effective. “Blindry” is a clever creation that combines window blinds and laundry rack all in one.

Corner Shelves

Too many things and not enough shelving can be frustrating. Corner shelves can help solve that problem. They are a simple addition to any room and with minimal effort, you can create stunning results. Displaying your items while keeping them neatly tucked out of the way using corner shelves creates a space this is both tidy and trendy.

The Couch Sleeve 

No room for a table? No problem. Introducing…the couch sleeve! The couch sleeve is a piece of wood fashioned to fit over sofa arms in a variety of shapes and sizes. They come in many different styles and colours to suit and decor. The tiny table has room to hold all the usual suspects (iPhone, snacks, remote control) while allowing you to enjoy a more spacious living area.

The Wall Mounted Barbeque

Smaller homes often have small outdoor spaces to match. Believe it or not, warmer weather is around the corner, so it might be wise to invest in a wall-mounting barbeque.  This model folds neatly into the wall.  If you’ve got a tiny or awkwardly-shaped backyard space, there’s no need to compromise your outdoor living area by filling it with an oversized barbeque.

If you have a small home, don’t just make space, use some of these big ideas and make a statement.

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