Create the Feeling of More Space in a Small Bathroom

There is one room in our homes which serves a multitude of functions yet is often the smallest of the rooms.  Yes, we are talking about the bathroom.  Often, the room is shared by two or more people and is expected to accommodate everyone's needs and hold everyone's supplies.  While adding actual space may be unrealistic, there are ways to create the feeling of additional space.

• Cool soft colors create the illusion of space.

• Pedestal or wall mounted sinks will add the feeling of open space in comparison to a vanity cabinet which takes up a large amount of bathroom real estate.

• Utilize strategically placed shelves to make up for the loss of the vanity.

• Corner cabinets or shelving can provide storage space while using less space than a typical vanity cabinet.

• Lights!  Lights!  Lights!  Recessed lighting or wall sconces will brighten the room to give a more airy feel.  

• Limit the furniture and wall hangings to only those pieces needed for function or comfort.

If you are looking for ways to create more space in your home, Marc Williams Furniture design experts can help! 

Houseplants!

Flowers and plants can make a yard beautiful and inviting to relax in.  But you don't have to leave them to the outdoors!  Houseplants can brighten up the inside of your home as well.

There are many different ways to introduce plant life into your home.  Marc Williams Furniture offers these suggestions:

• Container Gardens - This is a great way to add a touch of your personality to the plants.  Choose baskets, planters, ceramic containers in shapes, sizes, and colors to match both the room and your taste.

•  Herb Garden - Beauty and function can be served well with an herb garden in your kitchen. Place on a window sill that faces east, west, or south for best results.

• Bathroom Garden - This room is often overlooked when it comes to plant life, but what a beautiful addition it can make!  Choose plants that do well in humid environments.

• Vertical Garden - Want help breaking up bare walls or directing a rooms traffic flow?  Use tall and spreading plants.  Trailing plants can be situated on high surfaces to catch the eye and make the room feel taller.

Whichever indoor garden you choose, be sure to read the labels on the plants to ensure you choose the best location for it to thrive.