Eight top tips on how to make the most of small spaces

Interior designer Dan Hopwood shares his secrets in making use of precious space in your home and making a room look bigger
24 February 2016

Do you know the true beauty of a small flat? That it's never too far from the kitchen to be able to nip out of bed, make a coffee and climb back in, writes architectural and interior designer Dan Hopwood.

Use less furniture and one oversized piece like a deep sofa
1. Furniture
2. Art
3. Spacial layouts
Spotlights and individual ceiling lights save space by replacing lamps on stands
4. Clever use of paint
5. Lighting and mirrors
Mirrors bring in light. Storage should be custom-made and built in to make the most of limited space
6. Storage
7. Underfloor heating
8. Curtains versus voiles

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