How to choose suitable furniture for small apartments

Small apartments, due to their limited size and lower price, have become the first choice for many working-class families and young people buying homes. However, precisely because of their limited space, the biggest deficiency in small apartments is space itself. Storage requires space, display items require space, and adding new items requires even more space. Small apartments already have insufficient area; if the furniture is poorly chosen, it can easily make the home feel extremely cramped. Only by freeing up enough space can one live more comfortably. So, how should one choose furniture for a small apartment?

1. Furniture placement in small apartments should minimize the visual boundaries.

If each space is clearly separated, it will make the area appear smaller and create a visually cramped feeling. It's better to soften the boundaries and increase the openness of the space. For small apartments, it's not recommended to place tall partitions between the living room and dining room. Additionally, it's best to avoid designing a partition door between the balcony and the living room.

2. Choose small furniture

Choose smaller furniture whenever possible, as it takes up less space and makes the space feel larger. Selecting a low-profile sofa is particularly important for small apartments. The low armrests and streamlined design of such sofas create a more fluid feel in the living room. Pairing it with a small round table and a mini TV stand further enhances the sense of spaciousness. For example, a small leather sofa is very practical.

3. Add some multi-purpose furniture

The most prominent feature of small apartments is their limited space, so maximizing usability is crucial. Furniture needs to be small yet sophisticated, and we can choose multifunctional pieces to maximize their utility. Multifunctional furniture is versatile and can be adapted to the needs of the space. Small apartments especially need this type of adaptable furniture, such as shelves that can be placed horizontally or vertically. These shelves can function as plant stands or bookshelves, so despite their small size, they fulfill multiple functions.

4. Choose lightweight furniture

In terms of texture, choose lightweight furniture for small apartments, such as glass, rattan, and wood. Glass, in particular, is highly transparent and has a cool feel. Furniture made entirely of glass in small apartments makes the line of sight seem to extend infinitely, so even tall cabinets do not feel oppressive in a space, and at the same time, they have the effect of expanding the space.

5. Choose a fabric sectional sofa for the living room.

Why must it be a "fabric" or "sectional" sofa? First, fabric sofas are generally cheaper than leather sofas for the living room. Also, compared to a 3+1 sofa, sectional sofas are more stylish and save space. Placing a fabric sectional sofa in a small apartment offers good value for money.

6. Make full use of unused space

Don't waste the potential of those nooks and crannies. You can improve space utilization by customizing storage items, such as setting up storage cabinets in the corner next to the sofa or adding shelves to the wall. Don't waste an inch of space.

Besides choosing furniture, the key to decorating a small apartment is the rational planning of space. As long as the space is arranged reasonably, the problem of cramped living in a small apartment can be easily solved.