7 Design Hacks for Any Space

7 Design Hacks for Any Space

  • Creating a space of your own is a lot of work. If you’re dreading a big move, or a little redecorating, because of all the arranging and rearranging that goes with it, take a look at these design hacks that make big projects simple.


    1. Determine your focal point

  • Create a Focal Point to Enhance Design Results
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Whether it’s the TV, fireplace, window, or your favorite couch, decide where you want your attention focused. Once you know what to highlight, your arrangement will fall into place.


2. Use bed sheets to visualize how much space your furniture will need.


Fold bed sheets to the size of your furniture and place them around your space. You will discover which arrangement works best without having to move heavy pieces all over your room.


3. Lay your rug down first. Seriously.


If you’re using an area rug, put that in your space before you arrange your furniture. You’d be surprised how many people forget this.


4. Paper templates make hanging wall décor a breeze.

Save Walls From Unnecessary Holes with Paper Cut Outs
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  • Cut out paper replicas of your wall décor and tape them where you want to hang your pieces. This saves your wall from unnecessary holes and helps you make sure your pieces are level.


    5. Place your largest piece of furniture first.


    This piece typically faces the focal point, and is the most difficult to move. Once your biggest item is in your space it will be easy to fill in the space around it.


    6. Utilize dead spaces.

  • Complete Home Design By Filling Empty Spaces
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  • Place a console table behind a sofa or stack a few decorative storage boxes in an odd corner. Your function should extend to every corner of your space, and accent furniture is a great way to add some unique character to your room.


    7. Make sure there is a table near every seat.

  • Place Tables Near Chairs To Keep Beverages & Drinks

  • No one likes struggling to find a place to put their beverages. Consider arranging your living room so tables are easy to reach from all seats. Your future self will thank you. !

    Keep these tricks in mind for an easy transition from a space to your space.


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    About Jessica Olson

    Jessica Olson is a Minnesota blogger who writes about home decor and interior design. She has a BA in English from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire.   She loves stories, pops of color, and a good joke.