12 Interior Design Tips For Small Homes & Apartments

[@reynardlowell]

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[@denisechavoya2813]

Love this Checklist! It’s an excellent reference. Thank you for posting!

[@mediacron2258]

I m so happy you think of ppl that have small places or studio 🎉

[@janeb3024]

When I changed my bathroom floor, I chose what I liked for the space. As it turned out, it was a different material than the other floors that were visible from the bathroom but it was the same colour. I was amazed how much more spacious that part of my home felt when doors were left open. It is now "on my radar" for when I am ready to change the kitchen floor.

[@karenhanson359]

Hotels… yes! I’ve used them for lighting inspiration especially. They always have the best sconces and soft lighting 🙂 I always tell people who are moving to stage their home like a hotel. Hotels understand how to make you feel comfortable yet also make it inviting for everyone.

[@rockshot100]

I have a huge square window above my kitchen sink. Mini-blinds worked ok, but got dirty easy. Designers HATE café curtains today. I only needed privacy on the bottom 1/3 of the window, but liked nothing on the window. I used a thin cotton sheet to make a café curtain (just a white and blue 1/2" stripe), so closed it lets a lot of light in, but can't see through it. The 2" wall above the window is just really a ruffle type valance. I arched this "valance" so on the sides it is longer than the middle, this makes the window look longer than it is wide. This has a casual look, not modern. I can see the clouds and the neighbors can not see the junk in the sink. I kept the mini-blinds bottom slats closed, but this lets in so much more light even closed, and much easier to clean. Despite what they say, café curtains look fine in a kitchen or eating area, but never a living room. BTW, I took the doors off under the sink and put a curtain of that fabric there, so I have it floor to ceiling. This doesn't look country just casual/classic. Hope this helps somebody.

[@axellim7683]

Hey there! Your videos have been super helpful, it's like getting a free masterclass! Thank you for being such an inspiration to all of us aspiring architects and designers! I recently bought a small house for myself and my parents and I'm finding it tough to design it. It would be awesome if you could make more videos about designing and maximizing small spaces. I wish I could get your help with designing it.

[@rockshot100]

OK Reynard. I get that first point. In a small space, sticking to One color looks less cluttered because all the different elements don't compete with each other, the sameness looks less cluttered. Clutter is enclosing. This is like if I open food pantry and all the things in there are screaming for attention individually, it will look chaotic. If everything in there were all one color, it wouldn't look so junky, it would look like less stuff is in there. Got it, lesson learned. Instead of throwing out concepts or rules, you explain WHY and the rationale of the concept. Thanks again.

[@dealman3312]

👏🏻 love it Reynard! Can you do a video on 3d floorplan software we can use to create home designs?

[@reynardlowell]

Interesting, looks like this is quite popular based on the likes. Don't think I'll make a software tutorial, but I'll look into a video on planning or laying out a space which includes some software recommendations? Btw SketchUp is probably what I'd recommend for people doing renovations.

[@erikapacheco5108]

I always find your voice here soothing and your content very helpful. Soon, I will apply these to my own small bedroom.

[@willie265]

I love regular coffee tables and end tables as well as regular nightstands with my Lakewood bedroom set.

[@janeb3024]

An addition to my home has a lower ceiling than in the original house. I was advised to paint the ceiling and walls the same colour. I painted the built in cabinetry the same colour, too. It has made a small and pokey space feel bigger. Fewer items on display helps, too!

[@QuixoticSara]

Your tips are amazing and detailed 👌

[@sleuththewild]

Please do an episode on designing a small room with high ceilings in a small home.

[@hchayes9431]

The depth of the cabinets and drawers is what we considered and lower the height. Shallow and shorter.

[@elainedavis9053]

Love this channel!

[@CPAndy-x5x]

I like the tile idea - horizontal vs vertical. I never thought of that.

[@wabbidaful]

You are very talented. Thank you sooo much for sharing your insight. Hello from 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@estherstephens1858]

I’ll have to check out your video on furniture for small spaces but I’m pretty sure they are super expensive. The furniture piece itself but even more expensive if multifunctional.

[@michellesiv]

Thank you I love your videos and find them extremely helpful!

[@brendarosales6074]

Hi! Where is the round extendable table from? ❤

[@dkirk5814]

That's a great tip about hotel rooms. Thanks.

[@alisonknows]

Would also know how to design a larger family loungeroom, to make it copy without clutter, on a reasonable budget

[@anamalle8722]

Love the idea of the dining table next to the bed😂😂😂😂😂

[@shirkaner6548]

the last tip is so true!

[@oliaziabrieva8662]

Wonderful and useful ideas, as always! Thank you ☺️

[@barbaracarbone4658]

Very good and interesting advice. Thanks🎉

[@the_hunter89]

Great video, I couldn't agree more! I really enjoy your content

[@auricia201]

Still watching the add....but please let it be Actual small spaces 🙏🏻

[@avagrego3195]

Excellent suggestions

[@shifuworkout]

hi i have a video idea for you, could you make a video abot how to keep insects away and out your home

[@_Ag-]

Diatomaceous earth in the cracks near windows and doors.

[@andreymor5201]

7:10 when I see curtain’s this low in the apartments I just can’t believe somebody in the right might actually did that 😳😂

[@janicelavoie2457]

What to do with narrow hallway and small bathroom with a door that opens in, a pocket door not an option.

[@teainastorm4357]

Anyone know how I can locate that EXACT portable rechargeable lamp at 9:56 ? It's superb!

[@merav1589]

i love your videos!

[@kangeunseol]

Where is the console table behind you from?

[@mayelaa1]

Where is the dining table from?

[@winnythepoooh]

Where is the round extendable table from?

[@gbatzgirl]

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[@S_S_as]

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[@philrose7716]

Have you travel outside your home country to decorate?

[@Clauds71]

🤍😀👍

[@MeanOldLady]

Those rectangular, Japanese tiles are just ugly & make your place look cheap, no matter what. I haven't seen one attractive photo yet on pinterest that features them. They waste too much grout & are a pain in the ass to keep clean. Lighter colors are the way to go. Use offwhites to add a touch of color that works well with the direction your place faces. Dark colors look terrible because you have to deal with the glaring light coming in that's migraine-inducing when everything else is dark. (Darks work well in regions that don't get a lot of strong sunlight throughout the year.)