A tiny home has great bones that you can do a lot with, but that doesn’t mean every design choice you make is going to work. You can do a lot correctly and incorrectly when decorating your tiny home. Fortunately, we know the perfect way to optimize your space and storage. Malia Schultheis is the powerhouse of design at Tru Form Tiny, from designing the structures themselves to the décor and staging, she has mastered the art of bringing beautiful design to small spaces. With these dos and don’ts of decorating your tiny home, you can bring your design dreams to life without hurting the look and feel of your tiny home!
Do: Use Light Colors
One of the best things you can do when decorating your tiny home is to use light colors. Light and neutral colors for walls, furniture, and décor help to create an open and airy atmosphere, which will make your space feel full of life. Lighter tones also help to give the illusion of a more spacious environment, contributing to a sense of tranquility and brightness in your tiny home.
Don’t: Overcrowd Your Space
If you want to make the most out of your tiny home, one of the biggest mistakes you must avoid is overcrowding your space. There’s not much room to work with, which is why it’s crucial to maintain a sense of cleanliness and organization, keeping overcrowding your home with unnecessary items at bay. When you refrain from overdecorating, you can ensure that essential decorative pieces take center stage. A clutter-free space is a visually appealing one that also feels good to live in.
Do: Vertical Storage
Another thing you must do in your home when decorating is making use of vertical space. When you’re limited on the horizontal space in your tiny home, you need to turn your attention upward and start capitalizing on vertical space with:
- Shelves
- Cabinets
- Organizers
Vertical storage options can help you maximize space efficiency without sacrificing floor space, allowing you to keep your tiny home neat and well-organized. In addition to storage, decorating vertically also helps you avoid cluttering the limited spaces in your home. You can hang décor and other decorative elements on your walls, using things such as floating shelves or hanging planters. However, while the vertical realm is a great way to decorate your space, avoid overcrowding this dimension of your home by placing too many things on your wall.
Don’t: Overuse Dark Colors
Embracing light colors can open your space, but dark colors can have the opposite effect. Steer clear of dark color schemes that can make your small space feel enclosed and cramped. In a tiny home where space is at a premium, achieving the most open space possible will make all the difference.
Do: Use Mirrors
A smart decorating tip that can help your tiny home feel bigger is to strategically place mirrors that help further create the illusion of spaciousness in your home. Whether through mirrored furniture pieces or wall mirrors, incorporating mirrors can visually expand the perceived size of your tiny home while adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. There are also a lot of mirrors to choose from, so be sure to find the ones that match the vibe you’re aiming for.
Don’t: Purchase Oversized Furniture
If you want to make your home feel spacious, you’ll need to stray away from oversized furniture. When you overwhelm the room with bulky furniture items, you can hinder the flow and functionality of your living area. It takes some time, but you can find furniture that complements the scale of your space instead of hurting it.
Do: Make Use of Natural Light
Light colors help your space feel bigger, but so do big windows and natural light. This light helps boost the ambiance of your tiny home, making it feel more spacious, brighter, and more welcoming. If you want to maximize the light coming into your space, consider investing in lightweight window coverings. Another creative way to get more light in your home is to install a skylight.
Don’t: Neglect Storage Solutions
Storage solutions are a necessity in any tiny home, which is why you cannot neglect them in your home. If you want to ensure that your tiny home stays clutter-free, you need to invest in efficient storage solutions, solutions such as:
- Multi-purpose furniture
- Tansu stairs
- Lift beds
These options help your space flow while also providing you with creative places to store your things. Neglecting proper storage options can result in a chaotic and disorganized living space, detracting from the comfort and functionality of your home.
Do: Invest in Foldable Furniture
Similar to multi-purpose furniture, you should embrace foldable furniture in your home. Foldable or collapsible furniture pieces offer great flexibility for your small living area. The ability to tuck away furniture items when not in use is absolutely essential for maximizing space efficiency and maintaining a versatile layout in your tiny home. If you’re interested in taking space-saving furniture to the next level, check out this video to see how a hydraulic lift bed looks in our tiny homes.
Don’t: Clutter the Space
If you want your space to feel nice and spacious, then you definitely need to avoid clutter. Don’t leave items around—unsealed clutter can quickly overwhelm your tiny home. Organization and keeping clutter at bay help you create a tiny home that is both peaceful and comfortable.
Do: Infuse Personal Touches
Another design choice you should capitalize on is using personal décor elements to reflect your unique style and preferences in your tiny home. Meaningful trinkets help infuse a personal touch into your home. Consider displaying trinkets such as:
- Homemade art
- Photos
- Memorable knick-knacks
A warm and inviting atmosphere is easy to achieve when you know how to properly balance personal touches with other decorations that don’t leave your home feeling cluttered.
Don’t: Block Flow
Another crucial mistake you must avoid with your tiny home is blocking flow. You only have so much space to work with, so you need to be sure that you’re putting everything in a spot where it won’t get in your way. Strategically arranging your furniture helps facilitate easier movement in your tiny space. Something big like a piece of workout equipment or an ottoman could be an obstruction, impeding the traffic flow in your home. When you consider the flow of your space, it’s easy to maintain a sense of openness and convenience that enhances the overall comfort and livability of your tiny home.
There are a few crucial dos and don’ts you must adhere to when decorating your tiny home so that you can bring out all the home’s potential. Tru Form Tiny makes our tiny homes so that they’re durable and can last through the years. From there, decoration is up to you, and it’s easy to quickly fill your home to the point where clutter dominates.
Here at Tru Form Tiny, we can help you build your own tiny house, and we can help guide you when it comes to decorating. When you know the limits of your tiny home and how to take advantage of all the home’s features, making your tiny home feel big can be easy!
