kitchen island ideas for small spaces

[music] small spaces deserve the biggest,and smartest decorating tips. try these nine strategies, that give small rooms, a realboost. first, think big, instead of hanging a lot of little artwork, go for one, largestatement piece. it can be above the sofa to lengthen it, or, match the impact of atall hutch. take advantage of height. buy curtains long enough, to mount at the ceiling.they'll make the room feel grand. take collections up high too. dishes on high shelves, and asculptural branch make this dining room feel tall. be smart about side chairs. [music]these two are actually dining chairs, which take up less floor space than upholsteredpieces. you can fit two, in the space, instead of one. plus, the tall wingbacks, make thechair's and the awkward bay window, feel more

important. skip the book and coffee table,opt for a pair of storage ottoman's. you can move them around where needed. flip over theirtops, to a hard surface for drinks. and, use them to store games, remotes, or throws. [music].maximize your dining room by choosing armless style chairs with high backs for impact. goa step further and swap out the front pair, for a dining bench. you can see a third person.plus the bench tucks under the table when not in use, leaving the walkway clear. skipthe rug. in tight quarters your feet and chair legs will get caught on the corners. leavefloors looking like a wide-open plane instead. don't underestimate the power of a great,pendant light fixture. [music] choose one with a shape that stands out, and a finishthat adds sparkle. think you don't have room

for a home office? think again. a few shelvesinside a cabinet base, could be all the space you need to turn a dining table, into a workarea. incorporating a few of these decorating strategy, gives your small rooms, a greatersense of spaciousness and more flexibility. [music]