25 Small Apartment Decor Ideas That Will Make You Cherish Your Little Space

By Emma Frew

Updated on 6/5/2019 at 1:20 PM

Living in a small space shouldn't limit your ideas when it comes to decorating. Sometimes it can be hard to envision what the finished outcome will look like in your petite space compared to the spacious pads you see on TV and in magazines (Monica and Rachel's apartment on Friends was so unrealistic). Which is why we say, head to Instagram instead! With an avalanche of beautiful decor uploaded countless times a day for every type of home, you have endless ideas right at your fingertips (and, in case you haven't heard, small spaces are definitely in right now).

We've selected some of our favorites that show you all the tips, tricks, and hacks for making the most of your smaller space. Maybe that's painting your walls a pale color to give the illusion of a wider open area or taking advantage of unused space and filling it with useful storage. Whatever you're looking for, these ideas will hopefully be just the inspiration you're looking for.

01

Use Room Dividers to Create Different Spaces in 1 Room

02

Get a Bed Frame With Built-in Storage

03

Get Rid of Your TV and Use a Projector Instead

04

Have a Small Breakfast Bar in Your Kitchen Rather Than a Table

05

Paint Your Walls White or a Pastel Shade to Make the Room Look Bigger

06

Use Voile Fabric to Conceal Areas

07

Keep the Floor White to Help Make the Room Appear More Spacious

08

Add Floating Shelves in Your Kitchen For Extra Storage

09

Have Storage Built Into Your Seating Area or Reading Nook

10

Add a Clothing Rail or Rack in an Unused Space to Give You Even More Room to Hang Your Wardrobe

11

Turn Your Walls Into Bookshelves

12

Use Plants to Bring the Outdoors Inside

13

Use Large Mirrors to Open Up the Room

14

Rather Than Bunk Beds, Try This Space-Saving Alternative

15

Have Your Office Area Double as Your TV Station

16

Go For a Corner Sofa to Make Room For Other Furniture

17

Try Wooden Ladders as a Storage Option in Small Bathrooms

18

Make a Window the Focal Point of the Room to Make It Feel Bright

19

Use Color in Unexpected Ways to Draw Attention Away From the Size of a Room, Like a Full Pink Bathroom

20

Use Sliding Doors Rather Than Swing Doors to Help Give More Space

21

If You Don’t Have Enough Room For a Sofa, Try Benches or Cushions Instead

22

Have a Small Balcony? Create Your Very Own Outdoor Garden Oasis

23

Get a Sofa That Can Also Fold Into a Bed

24

Hang Hats and Bags on Your Walls to Save Space and Add a Bit of Decor

25

Baskets Make Pretty Storage Containers

26