Purple can look insanely chic in a tiny bathroom when you use it with a little strategy and a lot of light. I’ve done this in my own small spaces, and the trick is letting purple tones shine while keeping the room feeling open and airy. Purple Shower Curtain as the Main Statement A dusty purple linen shower curtain turns a tiny bathroom into a calm statement corner. In one of my smallest rentals, a…
A bedroom ledge can do the job of a nightstand, headboard, and decor moment all at once—especially when your room is short on floor space. I’ve styled a lot of tiny bedrooms (including my own), and the right ledge setup instantly makes the whole bed wall feel more intentional and pulled together. Use the Ledge as a Headboard Alternative Swap a bulky headboard for a floating ledge—clean lines, more space, instant design. I’ve replaced bulky…
That blank wall above your bed can make the whole room feel unfinished, especially in a small space where every corner is on display. These above-bed decor ideas are the ones I’ve used (and recommended to clients) to create a cozy focal point without eating up precious square footage. A Picture Ledge Floating Shelf A simple oak picture ledge above the bed—one frame, one vase, endless seasonal swaps. A floating shelf above my bed is…
The right paint color can make a small kitchen feel brighter, taller, and way more “designed” without changing the layout. I’ve painted my way through more tiny apartments than I can count, and these are the small-kitchen-friendly shades and tricks that consistently make the biggest difference. Warm Off-White Cabinets Warm off-white cabinets make a small kitchen feel taller, calmer, and instantly more polished. When I painted my upper and lower cabinets a warm off-white, the…
A small bedroom can absolutely pull double duty as a cozy sleep space and a functional work zone—you just need a plan that keeps clutter from taking over. I’ve built more than one bedroom office in tight apartments, and these ideas are the ones that actually made my days feel calmer (and my room feel bigger). Place the Desk Opposite the Bed Desk opposite the bed creates two calm zones—sleep behind you, focus in front.…
Fitting two beds in one room can feel tricky, but it’s totally doable without it looking like a kid setup or a temporary crash pad. Parallel Twin Beds With One Shared Nightstand Two twin beds, one shared nightstand—clean, grown-up, and perfect for tiny guest rooms. In my smallest guest room project, I placed two twin beds side by side with a shared nightstand in the middle, and it instantly looked intentional and grown-up. It also…
A small bathroom can still feel like a breezy beach escape when you lean into light, texture, and a simple palette. I’ve styled a lot of tight baths (including my own), and these small coastal bathroom ideas are the ones that consistently make the space feel bigger and calmer. Use a Pocket or Sliding Door If Possible Pocket-style sliding doors save precious swing space—perfect for airy, coastal tiny bathrooms. When a bathroom is truly tiny,…
Small homes can feel insanely cozy and totally put-together when every inch has a job (and still looks cute doing it). I’ve lived in tiny places for years, and these are the small home ideas I keep coming back to when I want more space without actually having more space. Turn Awkward Nooks Into Tiny Rooms A floating oak desk turns an awkward nook into a tiny office—instant extra square footage. My favorite wow-moment small…
A kitchen island dining table combo is my favorite small-space cheat because it lets you prep, serve, eat, and hang out without cramming in two big furniture pieces. If you’re trying to make one hardworking hub feel intentional (not cluttered), these ideas will get you there fast. Breakfast Bar Overhang With Stools Small-space favorite: a breakfast-bar overhang with stools that tuck away for a clean look. The simplest kitchen island dining combo is a generous…
A small bedroom can feel cozy and calm—until the stuff starts piling up and suddenly there’s nowhere to breathe. I’ve lived in tiny apartments for years, and these are my go-to small bedroom organization moves that create more space without sacrificing style. Tuck a Desk Into Closet Space A closet-office desk shelf you can close away—minimal, warm, and perfect for small bedrooms. One of my favorite small bedroom organization tricks is a closet-office setup, even…
